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Editor’s Note...

Hello, hello! I hope you’re looking forward to great issue this month because we have plenty in store for our readers.

We visited the major Plymouth law firm, Wolferstans Solicitors, at one of their satellite offices in Plympton this month. With history dating back to 1812, their solicitors are guaranteed to provide with you high quality, straightforward and down to earth service. Find out more about the company by skipping straight to their Business Profile on page 8.

Following on from Dying Matters Week, our team here at OM want to continue to raise awareness for the cause by encouraging people to talk more openly about dying, death and bereavement. This topic of conversation is understandably difficult to discuss, but let’s help to change that mindset.

Enjoy this issue and have a great month!

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Sophie Squires - Editor

Contents

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Gard & Co Solicitors

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Midsummer Festival

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Wolferstans Business Profile

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Shapla Balti Cuisine

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Dying Matters

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In today’s modern society, travelling through our day to day lives, many of us will require expert legal advice at some point. A handful of the most common issues that face us are moving home, making a Will, dealing with the estate of someone who has died or getting a divorce. When it comes to your legal requirements, you want to be 100% sure that you are in the right hands.

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here are so many solicitors to chose from these days and often people can be very anxious when it comes to talking to or sitting in front of someone to proceed down that legal route. Most of us want a local firm of solicitors that can provide not only first-class legal advice but also be approachable and friendly. This of course can be difficult to find but that is certainly not the case at Wolferstans, Plympton.

OM caught up with Martin Weeks, Solicitor and Partner and head of the Wolferstans office in the Ridgeway, Plympton and previous owner of the long-established Clark and Weeks. Wolferstans is a major Plymouth law firm with a history going back as far as 1812. The firm is based in North Hill with satellite offices in Plympton and Plymstock. The Plympton branch joined the team over two years ago after merging with Clark and Weeks who were formerly based in the office on the Ridgeway.

Martin and his team on the Ridgeway have been providing legal services to the Plympton community and further afield for over 20 years and Wolferstans have been helping the people of Plymouth solve their legal problems for the last 200 years and today are more committed than ever to doing so.

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Martin Weeks & Lydia Wilkinson As you would expect from a firm the size of Wolferstans, they are able to offer a wide range of legal services to meet the needs of individuals, families and businesses throughout the area.

For private individuals, they can help in times of change such as moving home or making a Will, or in periods of difficulty such as a bereavement, family breakdown, problems at work or making a claim for an injury sustained.

For their business, public and voluntary sector clients, they can help with commercial property transactions, dispute resolution, employment law, corporate restructuring and commercial contracts.

With outstanding legal knowledge, Wolferstans will provide you with the best legal advice.

For Martin, at the Plympton office, it is very important that his team are friendly, accessible and approachable. “I want our clients to get personal attention and to feel comfortable about approaching us and know that they will receive a sensitive, sensible and compassionate as well as a professional service.�

It is important to have a well-known brand so clients pick your service over the thousands of options already available. With the world of social media and the internet, companies are no longer competing with each other locally; they are fighting for that top spot with other businesses from all over the UK.

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Lydia Wilkinson - a Chartered Legal Executive based at the Plympton office - explains how playing an active part in the local community is perhaps the reason behind the success: “I think our presence at events such as Armed Forces Day really helps us. For example, someone might walk by and chat to one of our members of staff and remember our firm based on that person and how they have presented themselves. This is why it is important to be at these events, so you have got that familiarity with people so that they remember something about you over all of the other solicitors out there.”

People choose Wolferstans by recommendations and travel from places far and wide to seek their expert advice!

“I want our clients to get a good service from us, whatever it is we do for them.” Martin explains, “I want them to think ’we want to use Wolferstans again, they have been good to us, they’re doing a good job and they’re nice and friendly as well. And I want them to recommend us to their family and friends.”

It is not just impressive legal advice that Wolferstans can do.

Wolferstans also play a very active role in supporting a variety of different charities. Lydia tells us more about how the company does their bit to give back to the community: “As a firm, we pick a charity each year and this year we are delighted to be supporting St Lukes Hospice.

We will be holding various fundraising events for St Lukes such as a bake sale, quizzes, staff challenge days and we will be volunteering and joining St Lukes’ annual events such as the Midnight Walk and Men’s Day Out. Not to mention The Elmer Trail which will run throughout the summer 2019. We even had

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Elmer the Elephant in our window recently! Within the firm there are lots of charity events for which we raise money. There is always something going on.”

“I think that is how Wolferstans works. A lot of charities have got a place in someone’s heart, so someone that works here may have had something happen to them, and will therefore raise money for that cause, and Wolferstans gets behind them and backs them every step of the way.”

The Lawyers aren’t the only ones who are playing an integral role within Wolferstans.

Wolfie is a huge Wolf mascot who represents the local legal experts by making an appearance at functions and events held by Wolferstans. Wolfie does everything from bake sales to marathons; he definitely plays an active role in the community.

Martin believes that the Plympton office window which has changing displays throughout the year is a focal point for the people of Plympton and at the heart of the community.

“Wolferstans are committed to building a long-term relationship with our clients and to meeting their changing needs and we are a local team of friendly legal professionals.”

For more information about Wolferstans, the services they offer, and how they can help you, contact them at the Plympton Office through any of the details listed below.

They are also now offering a free 30 minute family clinic at the Rees Centre in Plympton every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. Please contact the Plympton office to book your appointment.

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DYING MATTERS: LEARNING TO TALK ABOUT IT

Following on from Dying Matters Awareness Week, we want to discuss the topic that everyone spends their lifetime avoiding.

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here are many topics and conversations in life that we continously avoid unless we have to talk about them. The matter of death and preparing for the inevitable mortality that we all must face one day is one of the topics that we find difficult to discuss.

Dying Matters Awareness Week is an annual event created by Dying Matters - a coalition of individual and organisational members across England and Wales. Their aim is to encourage people into talking more openly about dying, death and bereavement, and to make plans for the end of life.

Recognising that death is a part of life will make it easier to prepare for what’s to come.

Anticipating death can often be both emotionally and mentally draining; but no one should spend their lives worrying about what comes next. This is why it is important to make people aware that they’re not alone in their worries and it’s would be beneficial to talk to someone now so that the concept of death doesn’t appear as frightening.

It may sound daunting, but planning ahead will make everything a lot easier on both yourself and your family. This way, people will know what you want after you’re gone, including your wishes for what to do with everything you own. Planning now will prevent potential stress and arguments, which is the last thing you would wish upon your loved ones after passing on. Here a few ways you can prepare now: 1. Write Your Will You can write your will by yourself, but it’s always best to seek professional advice first, especially if your will isn’t straightforward.

According the gov.uk, the main focus areas for your will - if applicable - should be who will benefit from your will, who will look after any children under the age of 18, who will be responsible for sorting out your estate and carry out your wishes after your death, what happens if the people you want to benefit die before you. You will need to ensure that your will is legal by signing it in the presence of two witnesses who are both over the age of 18, and have it signed by your two witnesses.

If you’re unsure about anything, seek advice from a local solicitor.

A solicitor can assist you with making sure the final version of your will is exactly how you want it to be.

They can also keep your will safe if you would prefer not to keep it in your home.

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2. Make Your Funeral or Memorial Service Requirements Clear This may not be a necessary step for everyone, but it is something you may want a say in so your family know exactly how you would like to be remembered.

The first step is one of the biggest decisions - burial, cremation or donation?

If you would prefer to be buried, you or your family will need to buy a burial plot, if you choose cremation you can decide what you want done with the remains - such as having them scattered, or stored in an urn.

There is also the option to donate your body for research. In the UK around 1,300 donated bodies are accepted by medical schools. Donating your body to science means that medical and health professional students will gain more understanding of the arrangement of the human body. It’s just deciding on what option you feel best suits you.

3. Organise Your Finances This step coincides with making a will, but it is an important step in order to get all your finances in order, instead of leaving it for someone else. In your will you want to make sure that you clearly state where and who you would like your money and your belongings to go to. If you don’t make this decision, the law will decide who they go to - and this might not be who you want it to be. Your will also nforms people of who you want to be your executor - the person who sorts out all of your money and your will when you pass on.

Get your paperwork together so your executor knows where they are kept. According to the Money Advice Service, this includes important documents such as: divorce papers, property deeds, bank statements, outstanding bills, insurance policies, credit card statements, mortgage information, birth and marriage certificates, tax certificates (such as your P60), details of savings and investments, including share certificates, Premium Bonds and pension plan statements.

If you deal with your bills and bank accounts online then printing out some copies will help.

Don’t forget to also make a list of regular payments that will need to be cancelled, such as magazines, mobile phone contracts, breakdown services etc.

More information about getting your finances in check can be found at www.moneyadviceservice. org.uk/en/articles/putting-your-affairs-in-order.

THE REALITY Death and dying are an inevitable part of human life - and although everyone experiences death, it’s not something that we discuss very often. This is obviously understandable, as no one wants to spend their living days anticipating their, or a loved one’s, demise.

No one is promised tomorrow. The only thing we can count on is today.

Most people accept death as they age and are able to get their affairs in order long before their dying days.

But death can occur without warning, which is why it is important to be able to talk about it now whilst the opportunities are available.

In an opinion article from The Guardian written by Vanessa Billy, her own experience after the death of her father draws to the point we are trying to establish, that our society does not cope with the idea of death.

“We fear it, and because we fear it, we ignore it. We refuse to consider death and illness as a part of life.

“We irrationally believe that it won’t happen to us or our loved ones. This makes us totally ill-equipped to deal with it when it does happen and to relate to people who have experienced it.”

Sudden death is something that no one can anticipate. In young people especially, sudden death is an occurrence that we are never prepared for.

Althought it’s rare, it’s important to look at the risk factors and take precaution before it’s too late. The unforeseen circumstance can be drawn to factors such as heart disease, medication-related causes, or other conditions such as asthma attacks, epilepsy, and even poor mental health which can lead to suicide.

According to Young Minds, around 25% of young people feel suicidal at least once in their lives. These feelings and thoughts are more likely to occur if the individual is depressed or have another serious mental illness, have very low self esteem, using drugs

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and alcohol, very anxious about the future or today’s pressures, or under pressure from family or peers.

painful emotions. This can be a friend, family member, health professional or a counsellor.

If you or someone that you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, call Samaritans on 116 113 today. Calls are free and they’re here to talk to you 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Allow yourself to feel sad - don’t bottle up what you’re feeling. After losing a loved one, you are entitled to feel sad, it’s a healthy part of the grieving process.

Death by heart attacks in young adults is becoming increasingly more common. A study conducted by the American College or Cardiology found that the proportion of very young people having a heart attack has been rising by 2 per cent each year for the last 10 years. If you experience unexplained fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain, or have a family history of sudden cardiac death, seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Keep your routine up - stick to the things that you would do on a normal day-to-day basis. Keeping up with simple things such as the housework allows you to get back into the flow of your normal everyday life.

The death of a young adult is devastating, because not only are they leaving behind friends, families, and sometimes a companion or children, they’re also leaving behind a half fulfilled life that they no longer have the opportunity to create their own happy ending in. This is why it’s important to talk about and seek advice on anything you are going through now.

Avoid things that “numb” the pain - this includes turning to substances such as alcohol. It will only make you feel worse once the numbness wears off.

LET’S TALK ABOUT IT It’s important not to ignore what is inevitable.

Although death is not the most cheerful topics of conversation, it is good to be prepared to talk about it and not bottle your feelings up.

It’s also not just about learning to cope with the idea of death, it’s also learning how to acknowledge the pain and bereavement we experience after losing a loved one. Grief is painful and depressing, but it is something that will happen to all of us, and we need to be willing to support those around us when it does.

Sleep and eat healthily - emotional strain can make you very tired. Make sure to rest up, and if you’re having trouble sleeping, see your GP. A healthy wellbalanced diet will help you cope.

Go to counselling if it feels right for you - this is entirely dependent on how you feel you are coping with your grievance. Counselling may be more useful after a couple of weeks or months, but only you will know when you’re ready.

Without communicating and having a proper understanding about death, the experience of death and bereavement can be a lonely and stressful experience. Don’t let it be.

It may not be the right time for you now to start talking about death and dying, but know that the help and advice is available if you should need it.

There’s no easy or quick fix for coping with the loss of another. You will go through a very long period of grievance, but over time, the grief is less likely to be at the forefront of your mind.

Some people take a lot longer than others to recover. It may be a good idea to seek help from a counsellor or a therapist.

According to the NHS website, these are some practical things that you can do to get through a time of bereavement or loss: Express yourself - simply being able to talk about your feelings can be an effective way of soothing

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At times, some of us in smaller businesses may often find ourselves feeling quite isolated, however by coming together with other like minded businesses and business people, it’s astonishing how much can be achieved through a collaboration of different skill sets, mindsets and overall, people. This is exactly what the Plym Chamber are all about.

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here are many different networking groups that business owners can explore around Plymouth and the South Hams however one of the largest networking groups, local to Plympton, is set to see a lot of exciting changes in the very near future.

Formerly known as the Plympton Chamber, the newly renamed ‘Plym Chamber’ is rebranding and expanding to reach out to even more businesses across Plymouth and the surrounding area in the coming year.

Plympton Chamber, not to be confused with Devon and Plymouth Chamber which is a separate organisation, first became established in 2010. The local community aimed to engage with local business folk who had a common aim and purpose.

Stella Goodman - Secretary of Plym Chamber and founding member of Plympton Chamber - wanted to utilise the Plympton Chamber to be able to reach out to more local businesses, especially smaller ones: “Our mission statement is ‘Together we can do so much’ and I still think that’s true today - especially if you’re a sole trader because when you’re working by

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yourself, you can be quite isolated. So we thought the Chamber should be reaching out, in particular, to small businesses as collectively we can achieve a lot together.”

Now known as the Plym Chamber which is currently standing at 120 members, the community aims to keep steadily expanding and branching out to even more local businesses and business owners.

The decision to rebrand didn’t come overnight.

Although they are based in Plympton, Beverley Clarke - a volunteer for Plym Chamber - explains that a lot of their members are based outside of the PL7 area, so there was a need to expand:

“Part of our success has been our breakfast networking meetings. This has enabled the Chamber to grow from 20 people to 120 people.

There is obviously a need for small businesses to work together, and it’s just getting bigger and bigger. The majority of our members now are outside of the PL7 area.”

The name change will see the launch of the new Plym Chamber VIP Rewards Scheme. These rewards can be obtained by showing commitment to the Chamber and receiving points for doing so for example by bringing a guest along to a Breakfast meeting or by hosting a networking event for the Chamber. By encouraging more guests along they will gain an insight into the opportunities within the Chamber and, hopefully, see the benefits of joining the Plym Chamber. Matthew Bryant - the current Chairman of the Plym Chamber tells us more about how this works:

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“It’s a points-based rewards scheme, where points are awarded based on the amount of involvement and interaction with the Chamber, bearing in mind that we are all volunteers organising it, so it is quite a commitment, and therefore the more people and the more members who can contribute and get involved in some way, then the more successful we will be as a group.”

The Plym Chamber currently hosts a number of different meetings. On the second Tuesday of each month they hold their popular Breakfast Meeting at Boringdon Park Golf Club, in addition there is a Talking Tables supper club, with guest speakers, which is held quarterly at Elfordleigh and also their well established Members Mingle, which is an opportunity for businesses to showcase their business at their place of work.

The Plym Chamber caters for all businesses and its membership covers a wide range of different occupations, trades and professions from the business community including lawyers, accountants, financial advisors, builders, plumbers, painters and decorators … the list goes on!

“Before the name change, we felt outside of the breakfast meetings, people were put off joining because they thought the Plympton Chamber was exclusive to Plympton, but we hope that the name change will now help combat that.” Stella explains.

Plym Chamber is an affordable business network with real benefits.

“One of the things we’ve always aspired to be is inexpensive.” Stella explains, “Every event that we organise we try and do it cost-effectively. It’s all going to be very affordable.”

The current price to join the Plym Chamber as a new member is only a £75 joining fee for an annual membership. After that, if you setup to pay through standing order, the current annual renewal fee stands at only £60 per annum (corporate offers also available).

The aim of the Plym Chamber now is to encourage more members to join. Their goal is to hit the 200 members mark within the next year. Matthew Bryant describes the great opportunities that come with being a Plym Chamber member:

“The Breakfast Club really struck me specifically because it’s a good opportunity to share topics of interest.”

So you might have a presentation from a member firm on a specific legal topic, you might have a property specialist giving an update on the current housing market, or it could be individual businesses just having a platform to promote their services and their products to other members. And it’s really not easy for small businesses to reach out to the larger community, so it’s a ready-made network for that.”

If you are a business keen to get involved and become a member, then visit the Chamber website for more information.

Website: plymchamber.co.uk Call: 01752 340183 Email: enquiries@plymchamber.co.uk

The aim of the Plym Chamber is to continue to grow and encourage people locally within Devon and Cornwall to join.

“To summarise what the chamber has done up until now,” Matthew explains, “ the main aim has been to engage with the local community directly through staging events like “Light up Plympton” in the run up to Christmas whilst engaging with the business community at the same time.”

With such a wide range of businesses involved within the Chamber, it is important to cater to the needs of every member. Beverley explains that: “Taking away from what we learn from our Breakfast Meetings, it’s about listening to what our members want, so we can then go forward and deliver things that people may not do as an individual, but collectively as a group they might want to do. There are lots of ideas taking shape going forwards.”

Plym Chamber will be launching on May 1st.

If you’re still unsure about why you should get involved with the Plym Chamber, Carolyn Croft - a committee member of Plym Chamber - has a very good reason why: “What’s very good about our Chamber and where it differs from some of the other networking groups, is that we’re quite informal and relaxed, everyone’s very approachable.”

The Plym Chamber can help local businesses spread the word of what they do through their community and network, so it would be foolish not to take up the opportunity that is right on your doorstep!

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Plympton What’s On Guide 14th June - 16th June

Friday 14th June

Mid-Summer Festival Plympton St Maurice’s Summer Festival is back, with plenty of different events for all ages taking place over the course of three days. The busy volunteers of St Maurice have extended to local celebrations to ensure there’s something for all ages! Kicking off on Friday night with the 50-strong Sir Joshua Reynolds choir from 19:30pm (tickets are £5 and available on the night). From12:00pm on Saturday the Lamb Feast will open, with plenty of crafts, cakes, puppet shows, refreshments, plants and kids entertainment to keep you busy throughout the day! Finally on Sunday, visitors are able to take a peek at the beautiful Hidden Gardens of St Maurice. Visitors can enjoy the interesting layouts and glorious flowers, have a cream tea in the church or listen to ukelele players in Fore Street. For more information about the event please visit their website: www.plymptonstmaurice.com Plympton St Maurice

A Diamond Experience Globally recognised as one of the finest LIVE tributes to Neil Diamond, with the wonderful voice of Bob Drury set to serenade Boringdon Park! Book now and you will enjoy a beautiful three-course meal upon arrival with a complementary drink. The night starts from 7pm and goes all the way to 1am for those who can’t tear themselves from the dancefloor. Book your tickets for this unmissable event now by giving the team at Boringdon Hall a call on 01752 339113.

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Various Dates

Family Law Clinic On the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month from Wednesday 22nd May 2019 between 9:30am and 12:30pm, you can book a FREE 30 minute consultation to discuss your Family Law issues. Call Wolferstans’ Plympton office on 01752 345311 to speak to Hannah Biggs or Lydia Wilkinson to arrange your free appointment.

The Plympton Hub Sunday 23rd June

Tuesday 18th June

A Star is Born A free screening of the film ‘A Star is Born’ (Cert. 15, runtime 136 minutes). Being shown at the Plympton Library, starting at 2pm.

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Open Mic Night Every other Sunday, local musicians are invited to take to the Brook Inn stage for their popular Open Mic nights. They’re a LOT of fun.

And quite often end up in a communal jam session with all the musicians performing together. Performers can book a time slot here: https:// thebrookinn.simplybook.it/ v2/ or you can just turn up and they will try and squeeze you in. There’s a free drink for everyone who performs.

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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE MIDSUMMER FESTIVAL!

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f you fancy trying your luck by cudgel playing, there’s a silver cup in it for you. Or you can wrestle for a purse of money? And if there are 13 smart dashing men out there they can win a hat by jingling.

At least you could if you were going to the Plympton St Maurice fair in 1807. Now there are more familiar activities, but the tradition of the centuries old Fair still goes on - and it’s still held on the historic Castle Green.

Over the years the busy volunteers of St Maurice have extended the local celebrations to ensure there really is something for all ages and interests.

The Midsummer Festival, held on Friday June 14th until Sunday 16th is the result of months of hard work and the volunteers are constantly thinking up new events to keep the event fresh.

“This year the Festival kicks off on Friday night with the 50-strong Sir Joshua Reynolds choir performing “As Long As I Have Music” says one of the organisers, Duncan Bray. ‘And this year, for the first time, they’ll be performing at the Historic Plympton St Maurice Guildhall.

“The Civic Association, who organise the Festival, and Friends of the Guildhall (FROGS) are working together to raise money from the event and ensure the refurbished Guildhall will do the choir proud”. The performance starts at 7.30pm.Tickets cost £5.00 and are available on the night.

It’s all hands to the pump from dawn on Saturday 15th when the Lamb Feast opens at noon. Volunteers prepare the Castle Green at sun up. Gazebos grow to house endless crafts, cakes, puppet shows, refreshments, plants and kids entertainment.

There’ll be a dog show, human fruit machine (honestly!) magic displays, classic cars, veggie food, hot dogs with delicious Gribbles bangers, swing boats, archery, martial arts displays, dancing, brass bands and even fortune tellers - the list goes on. And of course there’s the legendary hot lamb baps that give the Saturday event its name.

On Sunday 16th, visitors are able to peek at the beautiful Hidden Gardens of St Maurice, that hide behind the ancient facades of the village. Visitors enjoy the interesting layouts and glorious flowers, have a cream tea in the church or listen to ukulele players in Fore Street.

It’s a fantastic afternoon suited to gardeners or people who are just plain curious about what goes on behind the façade of the medieval village. From 2-6pm people come from far and wide to enjoy the historic backdrop of St Maurice.

And historic it is. There are allotments in the castle moat. Gardens with old piggeries, gardens with chunks of medieval Plympton Priory. Small, perfectly formed gardens imaginatively laid out to make the most of their size. Then big walled ones - some with trees that are 400 years old most with a treasure hunt that kids can enjoy. Tickets £5, kids free. Buy from The Guildhall, Fore Street, Dark Street Lane and the bottom of George Lane, and they can enjoy a special treasure hunt in various gardens.

And before you even think of enjoying a cream tea in the Church Hall you’ve got to do a twirl round the Guildhall, which is where the Plympton Art Group will be exhibiting their paintings throughout the weekend.

The entire Midsummer Festival would not happen without the volunteers - not just from the village, but the sponsors, such as The Lyneham Inn, Otter Nurseries and many others who work behind the scenes to ensure the day is a success.

“We give all the money we raise to charity after we’ve paid our costs” says Duncan. “So it’s a really worthwhile day - and before we know it we’re planning it all over again!”

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These days most of us are more than happy to travel to a good restaurant, but what if you didn’t have to travel? What if one of the best restaurants from Gloucestershire to Lands End was right here on our door step?

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et us introduce to you Mr Moshahid Ali a man who will go above and beyond to create what has been said to be one of the best restaurants and dining experiences in the south west, Shapla Balti Cuisine. As owner of the business, you can imagine that he has his hands full, but that doesn’t stop him from hosting the best service possible in an establishment that his customers describe as being “the best tasting Indian food in Plymouth”.

We visited Mr Ali a year ago as Shapla Balti had been nominated for the very prestigious British Curry Awards. Now one year later since the OM Team last visited Mr Ali we find yet again, Shapla Balti Cuisine has been nominated and shortlisted for the 2018 British Curry Awards!

Shapla Balti is the only Indian restaurant to be shortlisted for the Best in South West category from Plymouth - and when considering that this category covers everything from Lands End up to Cheltenham, it’s easy to agree what an amazing achievement that is.

This is the second time that Mr Ali and his team have been shortlisted for the British Curry Awards and Mr Ali knows it won’t be their last because he has a fantastic team behind him. “It’s big thanks to my chef and my staff; they’re really hard working people. It’s a team effort. Like when you’re playing cricket, football,

Mr Moshahid Ali any team sport, no matter what a good player you are, you need the rest of the team there to win. So I believe it’s a team effort to satisfy the customers and it works. I have a great team behind me who are great to work with.”

The Best in South West category is shortlisted to only eight restaurants. Shapla Balti has come away with a prestigious certificate that states their title of being one of the best in the South West.

Nominations are done anonymously but after building an impressive reputation for himself in the Plympton community, it’s perhaps a bit clearer to see people would choose Mr Ali’s establishment: “The people of Plympton have been very good to us, we’ve been here a while now and we have a nice community here. We’ve seen children come in, grow up and come in with their children!”

After being nominated, you are sent an application that you have to fill out to explain why you think you deserve the award. Before the awards ceremony the judges at the British Curry Awards will all make a decision after sending their mystery shopper to investigate: “They will send their mystery shoppers who will come and taste your food, see the service, quality of waiters and how they are presenting themselves.

You never know who they are but sometimes you get a feel for it because you get something like three weeks timeframe in October where they will come in.

So I will normally work seven days just to make sure I’m here when they come!”

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“We found out we were nominated in September time.” Mr Ali tells us, “After that they send you the golden envelope saying “you have been shortlisted”.

They will give you a category and then you have to book a table to go. We didn’t win last time, but this time we’re going to do more so we can.”

“With hard work, with determination and if you have the willpower I think we can win. I believe that myself and my staff work hard enough to impress our customers.”

Mr Ali and his business partner Amirul Islam had a lovely time at the British Curry Awards and are looking forward to next year!

Shapla Balti offer authentic Punjabi, Kashmiri, Bengali and Indian Cuisine from their premises based on the Ridgeway, in Plympton. Mr Ali believes his establishment stands above the rest because of all of the hard work that is put in: “I believe that we work very hard. We do our best to satisfy our customers and I believe the reviews that our customers have left on Trip Advisor and word of mouth have given us this edge of where we are at the moment.”

Shapla Balti always puts their customers first.

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“Everyone who comes through that door we want to make sure that their experience is as comfortable as possible, we just want them to come here from home and be able to relax.”

Shapla Balti offers a wide range of dishes with a different variety of taste from mild, medium, spicy and hot to suit everyone’s pallete.

Shapla Balti sources their produce both locally and worldwide, so you know you’re getting an authentic Indian dish when you visit this establishment. Some of their signature dishes include the Tandoori Garlic Chilli Chicken and the Lamb Chun Chun - which is Mr Ali’s personal favourite! People really enjoy Shapla Balti Cuisine’s food and maybe that’s why they’re always returning for more: “The best meal I’ve had in a long time! The staff are so friendly, especially the owner Mr Ali- you are treated like friends from the second you walk in, nothing is too much hassle!”

“The food is amazing, especially the naan breads.

Mr Ali is more than happy to give knowledgeable recommendations based on your taste, so you feel confident in trying something new. The menu is great and has so much choice. I’ve already made plans to come back again.”

Looking to the future of the business, Mr Ali has no plans to leave Plympton. He loves the area and the people who are part of it.

“I am friends with my customers, we have a great atmosphere here and everybody loves to socialise that’s what makes this place so special.”

Shapla Balti is open from 5:30-11:30pm 7 days a week, and delivers to the people of Plympton. You may have already found your go-to Indian, but it’s always good to try something different; and going by their recent success, it’s definitely worth a try!

Call: 01752 338169 or 340555 Find us: 137 Ridgeway, Plympton, PL7 2AA Open 7 days a week 5:30pm - 11:30pm Order online: www.shaplabaltiplympton.co.uk

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As we step into the summer season, we will see the return of popular fruits such as strawberries and raspberries that will bring a bit of sweetness back into our lives. Experiment with the various ingredients that are in season by trying out our favourite recipe ideas!

homemade elderflower cordial 15 heads of elderflower, 500g caster sugar, 4 tablespoons quality runny honey, 2 unwaxed lemons ONE Wash the elderflower well. Place the sugar and honey in a large saucepan with 1 litre of water.

Gently bring to the boil until all the sugar has dissolved, then remove from the heat. two Finely grate in the lemon zest and add the elderflower upside down, making sure the flowers are completely submerged. Squeeze in the juice from one of the lemons then slice the other and add it to the pan too. Pop the lid on and leave to one side to infuse for 24 hours.

Three When you’re ready to strain your cordial, line a fine sieve with muslin (or a good quality kitchen towel) over a large bowl and pour through the cordial. Store in bottles and drink diluted with water, soda or Prosecco.

strawberry and basil tart For the pastry: 125g butter, 200g plain flour plus extra for dusting, 60g caster sugar, 1 egg yolk For the filling: 400ml whole milk, 70g caster sugar, 1/2 vanilla pod seeds scraped, 4 eggs, 20g plain flour, 20g cornflour, 50ml double cream, 400g strawberries, 5 tbsp strawberry jam, small handful of small or micro basil leaves ONE Make the pastry by putting the butter and flour in a food processor and pulsing to a crumbly mixture. Tip the sugar and egg yolk, and pulse to a dough. Wrap in cling film and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to the thickness of a ÂŁ1 coin, then drape over a 12 x 35cm rectangular tart tin, press into the side and chill for 30 mins. two Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Line the pastry case with parchment and baking beans. Bake for 25 mins until the pastry is a light biscuity colour. Remove the beans and parchment; if needed, bake a little longer to crisp up the base.

Three While the pastry is cooking, bring the milk, sugar and vanilla to the boil. Whisk the eggs and flours together, then pour over the milk, whisking as you pour. Return the mix to the pan and cook until it becomes a thick and glossy custard. Pass it through a fine sieve and leave to cool. Meanwhile, whisk the cream until it holds its shape. Fold the cream and custard together.

Four When the tart case is cool, spread the custard over the base. Slice the strawberries and arrange them over the top. Bring the jam to the boil with a few tbsp of water, simmer to a smooth glaze, then brush over the strawberries. Scatter over basil leaves and serve.

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BRING YOUR DOG TO WORK DAY! June 21st 2019 is the day when you can bring your canine companion into the office!

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he saddest time of the day for most is waving goodbye to their furry friend as they leave for the working day. While there are gadgets and gizmos that give you a means of watching your puppy through a webcam from the office computer or on your phone, it’s just not the same as having them by your side; and I’m sure they feel the same way too.

Bring Your Dog to Work Day is an annual nationwide event that raises money for charities dedicated to making a difference to the welfare of dogs. The day was first established in 2014 and encourages all business and employees to get involved in what has become the nation’s best day out for dogs.

Founded by pet grooming product manufacturer Hownd, the aim for 2019 is to raise money for All Dogs Matter and Animals Asia. All Dogs Matter is a charity that rescues, rehabilitate and re-home dogs in and around London, and find homes for dogs in need from overseas. Animals Asia is an international charity devoted to ending the barbaric practice of bear bile farming, as well as improving the welfare of dogs and cats in China and Vietnam.

Bringing your dog to work can have a lot of great benefits.

According to a study that took place at a company with around 450 employees, and approximately 20 to 30 dogs, found that “the employees as a whole had higher job satisfaction than industry norms.”

and improved heart health, meaning if an employer allows their employees to bring their dog to work, they may be rewarded with fewer sick days from staff!

Make sure your working space is suitable for your dog and those around you.

But consider whether your working environment is suitable for your pup before embracing the dog and work-life culture. If you work in a kitchen, bringing your dog to work is going to breach some health and safety requirements. You must also factor in that some of your colleagues may be allergic to dogs. If you’ve made sure to consider all of the contributing factors - and of course, run it by your boss first - then you’re all set to give your dog a job for the day!

Bring Your Dog to Work Day is a great opportunity to raise money for charity, while also being hugely beneficial for employee productivity and wellbeing.

Here at OM, we embrace Bring Your Dog to Work Day everyday, with our very own office dogs Bella and Stevie (pictured below). For us, having the two pups as part of our everyday working routine creates a happy and healthy office environment for all of the team and those who pay us a visit.

For more information on Bring Your Dog to Work Day and how you can get involved, visit: www. bringyourdogtoworkday.co.uk

Not only does having your dog at work reduce stress that owners may feel from leaving their pooch at home, it can encourage a lot of other positive health benefits.

Whether you own a dog or not, petting a dog has proven to reduce stress. Pet ownership also generally includes fewer visits to the doctor, lower cholesterol

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f you have trotted past Toys R Us at the bottom end of the city centre recently, you may have seen the herd of elephants gathered together inside the building. Whilst that might sound alarming, it’s nothing to worry about.

“We have 40 large Elmer sculptures which we’ll be positioning throughout the city and into Cornwall. Each one has been uniquely designed by a chosen artist.

For ten weeks this summer, 40 fabulously colourful and unique elephants will be taking you on a trail throughout Plymouth’s city centre and beyond. Elmer’s Big Parade will not only help you to explore Britain’s Ocean City, it will also create long-lasting memories and make a real difference to the patients and families of St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth.

“We have an incredible range of artists from Brian Pollard - who is obviously an established and world-renowned name - through to local amateurs, students, professional artists and artists who paint sculptures on art trails around the country for a living!

Each one of those sculptures will be on display at a different location around the city engaging with the public, allowing them to enjoy the different designs from an art perspective.”

St Luke’s is working in partnership with Wild in Art and Andersen Press to bring this mass participation, family friendly art trail to life; featuring the much-loved children’s character of Elmer, created by Devon-born artist and author David McKee. Each of the 40 Elmer sculptures will be designed by both renowned or emerging local and national artists, hand-picked by a specially formed art panel from the 180 designs originally submitted. Adrian Carey - the St Luke’s Project Manager - explains how Elmer’s Big Parade is essentially a public art project:

As well as an impressive collection of 40 large elephants, there are also 25 smaller ‘Young Elmers’ currently being designed by local schools as part of an Education Trail.

Alongside their Elmer sculpture, schools have been provided with an education resource pack which can be used to drive the creative process to piece together an artistic design for the Young Elmer, but it can also be used for lesson planning. Within the Education Programme St Luke’s are also able to include some of their messages around death and dying in an age-appropriate way.

“The Elmer books are very simplistic on one level,” Adrian explains, “but when you dig a little deeper you can start to uncover themes that are more profound and far-reaching, including some themes that overlay with the St Luke’s perspective of care and compassion.”

Emma Couch - the trail’s Account Executive - shares how Elmer was the best choice for this trail:

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“He’s just the perfect character for us. There’s been many different sculpture trails around the country,

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but when St Luke’s met with Elmer, it just matched in so many ways. Not only because people are familiar with Elmer and he’s a much-loved childhood favourite, but also because of the subjects covered within his stories, topics such as diversity and inclusion.

“Elmer connects so well with St Luke’s, the concept that ‘elephants never forget’ and making memories for example - there are just so many themes that overlay and fit perfectly.”

The key element to Elmer’s Big Parade is the engagement it has and will continue to see past the end of the trail in the autumn. Adrian says there has already been an incredible number of stories emerging as well as relationships developing across the entire project: “Whether it’s artists who have some sort of relationship with our care. Whether it’s businesses who’ve already raised funds for us but have chosen this year to do it in a different way by becoming engaged with the Elmer project, there has just been an incredible intertwining of stories; and the more people we meet, the more stories there are, and that’s become an integral part of the entire project.”

Elmer has already received a huge amount of interest and the trail hasn’t even begun!

“The reaction has been huge, there’s been a giant wave of attention since the project launched and the sculpture painting begun at our Herd HQ studio.”

Emma explains, “People have been coming forward to share their stories and volunteers and businesses have been stepping up to approach us with offers of help and sponsorship. Not just because they have an existing connection with St Luke’s, but because they want to build a relationship with us, which is so important as well - many of us or our families may need the support of St Luke’s at some point in the future.”

Elmer’s Big Parade will see a potential 200,000 people taking part in the trail.

“It’s a huge year for Elmer. 2019 is definitely Elmer’s year, he will also be turning 30 on May 25th.” Emma explains, “It’s going to be huge for Plymouth too. It’s a great thing to bring the community together - which it has certainly started to do on so many levels, be it schools, businesses, artists - everyone is becoming engaged and wanting to be involved.”

The project ultimately aims to raise money for St Luke’s so that they may continue to care for patients living with life-limiting illnesses. Adrian tells us how the project has already got people talking about St Luke’s: “St Luke’s is an incredibly well-known organisation. So many people have heard of us and so many people know of one of our buildings and our locations, but the reality is they don’t know very much about us; there’s more to St Luke’s than the one or two things people may know. People just think of the building on the hill and that’s it, we’ve only 12 beds there, yet we see 3000 patients every year.”

Elmer’s Big Parade will open on July 8th and continue for 10 weeks until September 16th. St Luke’s will then host a public viewing weekend open to anyone wanting to see the elephants they may have missed on the trail and after that, they will say goodbye to the Elmer’s as they are each auctioned.

Adrian and Emma may feel sad to see the elephants go but will have very much enjoyed being involved in a project resulting in a lasting legacy of relationships with artists, schools and businesses and ultimately raise money and awareness for St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth.

To find out how you can join the herd, please visit:

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