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It never ceases to amaze me how well orchestrated the natural world is. The sheer volume of sprouting green leaves, insects pollinating, birds nesting, etc, it ʼs staggering. Everything in nature has its place and a role to fill. Winterʼs hopefully now a distant memory.

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There’s much coming up on the horizon this year, what’s fascinating is seeing all the Easter events appearing on the EventHub websites, it’s staggering how many clubs, charities, societies and organisations in general that get really busy in the spring (the EventHub is rapidly climbing up to the 5,000 organisation mark). Also on the horizon the elections are coming up in May. Spin, electoral bribes, scandals, it’s pretty much what we all associate with politics I’m afraid. It will be really interesting to see what happens, will the SNP be in the mix I wonder? Many feel we’ve fared really poorly over the last few years, certainly in East Devon there’s been rapid building development occurring - what’s more worrying is that much has been on greenfield/agricultural land, rather than existing brownfield sites? Also, we really do need more affordable housing, much development appears to be

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responsible for any costs, loss or damage suffered by any person, persons, or company as a result of any advertisement or article in this magazine. Adverts are accepted on the understanding that descriptions of goods and services are fair and accurate. All artwork is accepted on the strict condition that permission has been given by the owner for use in this publication. The opinions and comments expressed are purely those of the originators. We do not endorse any products or services advertised within this magazine. Whilst every effort is made to ensure that information is correct, the publishers take no responsibility for any errors or omissions. Any person or persons undertaking the circular walk featured within this publication does so entirely at their own risk. If you take children or dogs on the walk, they will require supervision. We strongly advise that prior to travelling to any of the events listed in our What's On sections, that you call the event organisers to check that the event is running at the times and dates specified.

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at the luxury end of the market. Perhaps we may see ‘new blood’ voted in locally which would help address these issues? We certainly need to look after our lovely countryside for future generations. One great event to look forward to this year is Sidmouth Sea Fest (page 36). I have to confess, it took me a time to work out what it was all about, as it’s multi- faceted. The ethos of the event is to channel interest and energy into recognising and preserving our coastal fishing Sidmouth heritage - a truly Sea Fest excellent community involvement scheme with great potential long-term benefits. It promises to be a great event with lots happening over the 2 days that it runs. A very well done to all involved with it - we need to see more of these types of events. If you’re a bird lover, Andy Stuthridge’s feature in this issue on Dartmoor birds is a visual feast. It’s easy to forget the range of landscapes and habitats that we have all around us, we surely live in the best part of the UK. It really is worth making the effort to get out and enjoy the countryside, the rewards are great. In a coming feature, we’re going to be talking about photography and the gear we use here at Devonshire. Technology these days is really amazing, cameras are moving along at such a pace. Wishing you a lovely, warm and sunny Spring.

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5. Editor's Letter

31. Fashion & Beauty

65. Murder at Babbacombe

The latest from the Editor.

Great places to indulge yourself.

'The man they couldn't hang'.

9. Letter Box

36. Sidmouth Sea Fest

71. Yellingham Farm

Regional news snippets.

A great new event and scheme.

From lady farmer Janet East.

13. Nelson's Column

40. Restaurant Inspector

By Devonshire's, John Fisher.

A visit to The Loft, Sidmouth.

72. Otterton Walk

14. What's On

44. Dartmoor Birds

A great walk for the Easter holidays.

77. The Old Vet'nary

Events from the EventHub.

By Andrew Stuthridge.

24. Live Music

Gigs, bands and venues.

48. Studio Edit Interior trends by Susan Folwell.

78. Life Matters

26. Art Exhibitions

59. But here's the thing...

82. Financial Planning

Events at the major galleries

More expounding by John Fisher.

Cats of character by Ken Watson.

Moorland Pony Rescue.

With adviser Helen Mulvaney.

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compositions of Devon and Cornish coastal countryside. Her images are constructed using a multiplicity of media such as handmade paper, silks, cotton and denim with further authenticity and scene setting created by clever use of lichen seaweed, ﬂowers or heather sourced from the site of her chosen composition. The clarity , depth and jewel like quality of this ﬁne work is almost impossible to appreciate in a photograph; they must be viewed in real life.

Kate Aggett at Marine House One of the South West s leading art galleries, Marine House at Beer, continue to foster great upcoming artists. One such artist to join them is Kate Aggett, who is the daughter of the celebrated South West artist

the late Lionel Aggett. He was a leading landscape artist and Kate has followed in his footsteps, but charted a very diﬀerent course in her choice of medium. Astonishingly, Kate dispenses with paint in her

I always enjoy visiting Marine House (or indeed Steam Gallery) when I m in Beer, they really do provide a visual feast for the browser, actually, one of my favourite ways to spend some quality time, perhaps followed by lunch whilst enjoying the fantastic coastal views and dazzling chalky cliﬀs - Editor.

Lucy takes over the reins The dog lovers amongst you will probably have heard of Barking Mad who provide a great service placing your dog with host carers whilst you re away on holiday or otherwise. Steph Evans previously ran Barking Mad in Exeter, Mid and East Devon, but following the tragic death of her husband (Kimmo Evans - a really lovely chap, missed by all who knew him), she handed the business

over to Lucy Mumford, the new owner. Lucy, based at Rawridge, covers the EX1-

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17 and EX24 areas. Lucy said I really enjoy meeting like-minded people and being able to solve their pet care dilemmas . She took over the

business in September last year and reports that things are going well, although due to demand, she s urgently on the lookout for suitable host families. If you love dogs and think you could provide temporary care as a host family, please get in touch with Lucy on 01404 565000.

Lucy Mumford with her Newfoundland, Stanley

Overjoyed staff at Ferne Animal Sanctuary yesterday (Thursday 26th February 2015) announced at the Grand Opening of their new re-homing centre that in less than a year, they’d reached their fundraising target of an incredible half a million pounds towards their “New Digs for Dogs” project. The new centre has enabled the Sanctuary at Wambrook, near Chard to double its current capacity and now look after up to 50 dogs. Apart from the kennel block, it also includes an improved grooming and veterinary care room, social unit, offices, reception and a

retail shop selling high quality goods. Elaine Hayes, CEO at Ferne Animal Sanctuary said: “Yesterday’s opening was a fantastic event. Thank you to all our sponsors for their generous donations that have made this possible. I am delighted that we have reached our £500,000 target and that our ‘New Digs for Dogs’ is open for business.” Really great to see all their hard work come to fruition, keep up the good work - Editor.

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Another Classic at Pecorama Now in its 15th year, the Vintage & Classic Vehicle Rally will take place at Pecorama this spring on Sunday, 24th May. Exhibits can number in their hundreds and include all manner of domestic, commercial and often military vehicles, with owners travelling from all over the southwest and frequently further afield to display their pride & joy. For the standard admission price of just £7.00 for children, £8.00 for senior citizens and £9.25 for adults, visitors can enjoy not only the vehicle display but also all the attractions of Pecorama.

The Art Room rises again! Since the Topsham gallery closed last November, Deborah Wood has been busy curating a major exhibition for The Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery, Exeter. The exhibition celebrates the remarkable work of Benedict Rubbra and features paintings, drawings and prints from the last four decades.

Rubbra was born in 1938; he studied at the Slade and has enjoyed a long and successful career as a portrait artist with Royal commissions. This however, is the first major exhibition dedicated to his search for a harmonious relationship between form, colour and light using a three dimensional model as his starting point. The exhibition ‘Eye to Image’ opens 2nd May to 2nd August and is accompanied by a commissioned film showing this exciting process. Visit RAMM@exeter.gov.uk for more information or www. theartroomtopsham.co.uk for exhibition catalogue.

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A point of view!

Nelson’s Column

by JOHN FISHER

Cheese and toast Henry V’s army, on the way back home via their historic walkabout through Picardy and Normandy almost certainly liberated copious amounts of fromage and cidre along the way, but shouldn’t we make it a point to mark this day by standing on a chair in a public place with a slab of Devonshire cheddar in one hand and a flagon of Devonshire cider in the other, reciting Henry’s speech before the battle?

Feast your neighbours THIS DAY IS CALLED THE FEAST OF CRISPIAN: He that outlives this day, and comes safe home, Will stand a tip-toe when the day is named, And rouse him at the name of Crispian. He that shall live this day, and see old age, Will yearly on the vigil feast his neighbours, And say ‘To-morrow is Saint Crispian:’

Aux armes, Devon! Atteindre pour votre fromage!* THERE WERE PLENTY OF DEVONIANS at the Battle of Agincourt. They were led by Sir John Chichester of Pilton, Sheriff of the county, (that’s his shield, inset) together with other knights from the shire and countless numbers of their followers. So how should we precious few, descendants of that illustrious band of brothers best mark Ocober 25th, this year, 600 years to the day since our great victory over the French on

Over the hills - or far away?

But in the meantime that stretch of road between Ilminster and Taunton is being turned into dual carriageway and will clearly siphon traffic helter skelter down the M5. AS more traffic diverts East Devon must surely begin to fade from memory and its visitor pool M5 A303

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Well, look around you and see where the entente cordiale has brought us over the intervening centuries. Today no fewer than 93 towns and villages in Devonshire are twinned with French counterparts. How many of them sell us cheese we have no way of knowing, although the French claim to make over one thousand varieties - whilst Devonshire can boast barely a dozen cheese producers.

evaporate as ever larger numbers of visitors are encouraged to turn right.

IT WILL BE AT LEAST six more years (that’s two elections away) before Devon County Council’s proposed A30/A303 upgrade from Ilminster in Somerset to Honiton, in Devon is put on the table – let alone started.

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St. Crispian’s Day, 1415?

So how best to tempt more of them into that part of Devon that is already being overlooked by persuading them to head for the beauty of the Blackdown Hills and what lies beyond? One suggestion might be to employ a sandwich-board person on the minimum wage to stand at the Ilminster roundabout. Assuming an eight-hour day, a five-day week and a season running from, say, April to September, this would not only create employment it would cost ratepayers just £7,280 per annum or £43,680 for the full six years. Cheaper than the £220-million currently being mooted.

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This story shall the good man teach his son, And Crispin Crispian shall ne’er go by, From this day to the ending of the world, But we in it shall be remember’d; We few, we happy few, we band of brothers; For he to-day that sheds his blood with me Shall be my brother; be he ne’er so vile, This day shall gentle his condition: And gentlemen in England now a-bed, Shall think themselves accursed they were not here, and hold their manhoods cheap whiles any speaks That fought with us upon Saint Crispin’s day. *To arms, Devon! Reach for your cheese!

Gadgets in a landscape BECAUSE OF POSSIBLE DAMAGE or injury to other visitors museums and art galleries have started to ban telescopic ‘selfie-sticks’ for smart ‘phones.

The perpetrators themselves might also be helped if the ban could be extended to outdoors, starting with say, Devon, a place famed for its scenery. If it’s all about capturing a ‘selfie’ moment to look at it in the future it is to miss experiencing the moment itself. Hrrmph! PICTURE THIS: The best view in England, wrote Daniel Defoe, is of Devon’s Otter Valley, experienced from the hill above Honiton.

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25 Apr to 26 Apr - Critics choice; 'Top Five Dance Productions touring the UK', Manor Pavilion Theatre & Arts Centre, Manor Road, Sidmouth, 7.30pm.

ROYAL BALLET: LA FILLE MAL GARDÉE 05 May - Ballet performance beamed live, Radway Cinema Sidmouth, Radway Place, Sidmouth, 7.15pm.

Children CHOCOLATE AND CANDY FORNIGHT

EASTER HOLIDAY HUNT Until 12 Apr - Can you solve the riddles to help you locate the hidden eggs? The Donkey Sanctuary Sidmouth, Slade House Farm, Sidmouth, 10.00am.

CADBURY EASTER EGG TRAIL Until 12 Apr - Have some Easter fun following the trail around the garden, Killerton House, Killerton House, Broadclyst, 11.00am.

PONY MORNING 01, 03, 08, 10 Apr & 27, 29 May - A fun & educational morning with ponies for children from 4 years of age, East Devon Riding Academy, Branscombe, Sidmouth, 10.00am.

GREAT GOLDEN EASTER EGG HUNT 03 Apr to 06 Apr - Celebrate Easter at

Until 11 Apr - Axminster TIC supported by the Arts Cafe, Archway Bookshop & the Sweet shop, Axminster Arts Cafe, The Axminster Arts Cafe, Axminster, 9.00am.

EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA 04 Apr to 05 Apr - Fun for all the family with craft activities, face painting, Cadbury sponsored, A la Ronde, Exmouth, 11.00am.

DINOSAUR TRAIN 05, 12 Apr & 24 May - Adventure-filled tram ride with music, stories and new dinosaur activity area, Seaton Tramway, Riverside Depot, Seaton.

JUNGLE JIM (LIVE SHOW) 06 Apr & 25 May - Unforgettable, unique show for children and adults of all ages, Crealy Great Adventure Park, Sidmouth Road, Clyst St Mary.

Glorious Gardens, Games & Trains A GREAT DAY OUT

Until 10 Apr - Children can meet the famous chocolatier, Powderham Castle, Kenton, Exeter, 11.00am.

CHILDREN'S EASTER TRAIL IN AXMINSTER

Escot and take part in our Great Golden Easter Egg Hunt! Escot Park and Gardens, Parklands Farm, Ottery St Mary.

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ART WEEKEND - MEET THE ARTISTS

09 Apr - Acclaimed artist Ray Balkwill gives illustrated talk, £10, 7-9pm.

02 to 03 May - A chance to meet the artists behind Kennaway Gallery’s exhibition, 10am-4pm.

JAZZ AT KENNAWAY - PIANO DUET 12 Apr - Jazz pianist Dave Newton joins Craig Milverton to play top jazz duets, £10, 1.30-4pm.

MAGNA CARTA THEN AND NOW 24 Apr - Talk by Professor David Carpenter to celebrate 800th anniversary, £6, 2.30-4pm.

BUGS, PONDS AND DENS 08 Apr to 09 Apr - Creepy crawlies, things that jump, squirm, swim, wriggling legs oh Yes! Escot Park and Gardens, Parklands Farm, Ottery St Mary.

PIRATE DAY 12 Apr - Pirate songs & sea shanties will be performed by Seaton Drama Group! Pecorama, Underleys, Beer.

SING-A-LONG-A-FROZEN 12 Apr - Tickets £14.50 and £10.00 kids, Exmouth Pavilion, The Esplanade, Exmouth, 11.00am & 3.00pm.

MEGA - MAY! 02 May to 04 May - Celebrate May with us at Escot and lets get spring off to a blooming start! Escot Park and Gardens, Parklands Farm, Ottery St Mary.

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MEET THE AUTHOR - KATIE FFORDE 15 May - Romantic novelist Katie Fforde will talk about her novel A Vintage Wedding, £10, 7pm.

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MEET THE AUTHOR - ANDREW LYCETT 05 Jun - Biographer Andrew will talk to author Jane Bidder about his career and books, £10, 7.30-9pm.

famous bear, Powderham Castle, Kenton, Exeter, 11.00am.

BUSHCRAFT WEEK 23 May to 31 May - This half term week children can take part in fun bush craft skills! Escot Park and Gardens, Parklands Farm, Ottery St Mary.

FAMILY CAMP 23 May to 25 May - Connect with yourself, your family and the beautiful landscape of Trill Farm, Trill Farm, Musbury, Axminster.

PIRATE WEEK 24 May to 31 May - Captain Jack and the crew are back! Powderham Castle, Kenton, Exeter, 11.00am.

KIDS GO FREE - CAMP WILD DAY 26 May - FREE ENTRY for all children to Escot! Escot Park and Gardens, Parklands Farm, Ottery St Mary.

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27 May - Meet your favourite Superheroes. Series of meet/greets are held throughout day, Crealy Great Adventure Park, Sidmouth Road, Clyst St Mary.

26 Apr - A feast of 20th Century choral music, Lyme Bay Chorale, St Michael's Church, Lyme Regis, 6.00pm.

CHORAL CONCERT 02 May - Exmouth Choral Society, Holy Trinity Church, Exmouth, 7.30pm.

Choirs CONCERT- FAURE REQUIEM, HAYDEN, BACH, MOZART 25 Apr - Choral Concert- Faure Requiem, Hayden, Bach, Mozart, Axminster & Dist Choral Society, Minster Church, Axminster, 7.30pm.

LA LA CHOIR 25 Apr - The fantastic La La Choir. Pop, rock, soul and choral in joyous har, 1st Sid Vale Scout Group, All Saints Church, Sidmouth, 7.30pm.

SPRING CONCERT 21 May - Spring Concert, Budleigh Salterton Ladies Choir, Temple Methodist Church, Budleigh Salterton, 7.30pm.

Classical Music LUNCHTIME CONCERT 08 Apr - Chris Gladwell, clarinet & saxophone and Richard Llewellyn, guitar, Glenorchy United Reformed Church, Exeter Road, Exmouth, 12.30am.

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EXETER RECORDED CONCERT SOCIETY 20 Apr - Enjoy recorded classical music with fellow music lovers, Exeter Recorded Concert Society, Southernhay UR Church, Exeter, 7.00pm.

15 Apr - An varied recital including music by Handel and Satie, St Peter's Music Society, Temple Methodist Church, Budleigh Salterton, 7.30pm.

LUNCHTIME CONCERT

PLYMOUTH & DISTRICT ORGANISTS' ASSOCIATION

15 Apr - Phil Bonser, clarinet and Margaret Chave, piano, Glenorchy United Reformed Church, Exeter Road, Exmouth, 12.30am.

25 Apr - Evensong followed by a talk and short on the newly-rebuilt cathedral organ, Exeter Cathedral, 1 The Cloisters, Exeter.

SPRING CONCERT 25 Apr - Handel's Messiah and Rutter's Requiem, large choir, soloists and orchestra, Sidmouth Choral Society, Sidmouth Methodist Church, Sidmouth, 7.30pm.

RETORICA VIOLIN DUO, HARRIET MACKENZIE AND PH 25 Apr - Retorica have performed all over the world to great acclaim, Sladers Yard, West Bay Road, Bridport.

NEW GENERATION ARTIST: JOO LEON SIR, VIOLIN 08 May - Joo Leon Sir, virtuoso violinist from the RCM - spectacular violin recital, Powderham Castle Organ Fund, Powderham Castle, Kenton, 7.30pm.

BSO FAURE'S REQUIEM

Sidmouth Sea Fest

BSO COUNTRY FOLKSONGS 16 Apr - Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra plays works by Khachaturian and Dvorak, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Great Hall, Exeter University, Exeter, 7.30pm.

CONCERT: HONEYMEAD ENSEMBLE 16 Apr - World-class chamber music (piano trios by Schubert and Dvorak), Exeter Cathedral, 1 The Cloisters, Exeter, 7.30pm.

Saturday & Sunday 20th & 21st June 2015

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09 May - Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra plays works by Gabrieli, Stranvinsky and Faure, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Exeter Cathedral, Exeter, 7.30pm.

BOURNEMOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 09 May - Conductor Kirill Karabits & the Exeter Festival Chorus, Exeter Cathedral, 1 The Cloisters, Exeter, 7.30pm.

SIR JOHN TAVENER TRIBUTE DAY AND CONCERT 09 May - An opportunity to learn and 'get inside' some of Tavener's iconic works,

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4 GIRLS 4 HARPS 09 May - Europe's leading harp ensemble with their 15th anniversary programme, Honiton Festival, The Beehive, Honiton, 7.30pm.

MENDELSSOHN'S ELIJAH 09 May - Choral & Orchestral Concert, Seaton Choral Society, The Gateway, Seaton.

ROYAL WELSH COLLEGE OF MUSIC- LUX QUINTET 13 May - Established & talented musicians playing a variety of core & modern works, St Peter's Music Society, Temple Methodist Church, Budleigh Salterton, 7.30pm.

BOREALIS SAXOPHONE QUARTET 16 May - Acclaimed saxophone quartet playing Carpenter, Gershwin, Thompson and others, Honiton Festival, The Beehive, Honiton, 7.30pm.

TRIO MARTINU 23 May - Performing Beethoven, Martinu and Dvorak, Honiton Festival, St Pauls Church, Honiton, 7.30pm.

CHAMBER PHILHARMONIC EUROPE 30 May - Playing a programme of Bach, Hummel, Mozart, Holst, Honiton Festival, The Beehive, Honiton, 7.30pm.

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Collectors COLLECTORS FAIR 18 Apr - Michael Hale Collectors Fairs, Michael Hale Fairs, America Hall, Exeter, 10.00am.

DEVON COUNTY ANTIQUES & COLLECTORS FAIRS 25 Apr & 23 May - Largest Saturday fair in the country. 230 inside stands & many more outside, Matford Centre, Exeter City Council, Exeter, 9.00am.

MEETING HONITON POTTERY COLLECTORS’ SOCIETY 26 Apr - Honiton over time-illustrated talk discussion of Honiton & Crown Dorset pots, Honiton Pottery Collectors' Society, Offwell Village Hall, Offwell, 11.00am.

VINYL SATURDAY BRIDPORT 23 May - For collectors of rock, pop, folk blues & jazz records & CDs, Vinyl Saturday, Bridport United Church, Bridport, 10.00am.

17 May - The popular stand-up comic, Lee Nelson, Exeter Corn Exchange, Corn Exchange, Exeter.

COMEDY CAFE 21 May - Feat. Jack Glanville, Exmouth Pavilion, The Esplanade, Exmouth, 8.00pm.

JIMMY TARBUCK OBE 29 May - £20.50, Exmouth Pavilion, The Esplanade, Exmouth, 7.30pm.

Community FUND RAISING EVENT AFTERNOON OF MUSIC 11 Apr - Organist Chris Powell entertains on the cinema organ, Beer Congregational Church, Fore Street, Beer, 2.00pm.

SILK ROAD SUPPER 18 Apr - Amnesty International East Devon, Branscombe Village Hall, Branscombe, 7.30pm.

TRAMATHON

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27 May - Non stop 24 hour event for charity, Seaton Tramway, Riverside Depot, Seaton.

COMEDY CAFE 23 Apr - Feat. Paul Eastwood, Exmouth Pavilion, The Esplanade, Exmouth, 8.00pm.

GATEWAY COMEDY GROVE 08 May - Gateway Comedy Grove (Live Comedy), The Gateway, Fore Street, Seaton, 7.30pm.

TALK & PRESENTATION DISCUSSION AFTERNOON 05 Apr - Open Discussion Afternoon, What Do You Think, Leigh-Browne Room, Sidmouth, 3.00pm.

Theatre Royal, Plymouth

NLO MONTHLY MEETING 13 Apr - Talk: Exploring the Atmospheres of Exoplanets by Nathan Mayne (univ of Exeter), Norman Lockyer Observatory, Salcombe Hill, Sidmouth, 7.30pm.

CHANGING ROLE OF WOMEN IN THE 20TH CENTURY 21 Apr - A presentation on what women have achieved by the end of the 20th century, Honiton Evening WI, Honiton Methodist Chapel, Honiton, 7.15pm. CONTINUED OVERLEAF

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24 Apr - Outstanding BBC broadcaster Kate Adie will talk about her career and books, Kennaway House, Coburg Road, Sidmouth, 7.30pm.

MAGNA CARTA THEN AND NOW 24 Apr - Talk by Professor David Carpenter to celebrate 800th anniversary, Kennaway House, Coburg Road, Sidmouth, 2.30pm.

SEMINAR TALK KAHLIL GIBRAN 03 May - The Life and Work of Kahlil Gibran, What Do You Think, Leigh-Browne Room, Sidmouth, 3.00pm.

NLO MONTHLY MEETING 11 May - Talk by Stephen Tonkin (Wessex Astro Society), Norman Lockyer Observatory, Salcombe Hill, Sidmouth, 7.30pm.

MEET THE AUTHOR - KATIE FFORDE

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15 May - Romantic novelist Katie Fforde will talk about her novel A Vintage Wedding, Kennaway House, Coburg Road, Sidmouth.

Scholarships and Bursaries are available. For more information visit www.stjohnsdevon.co.uk or call Mrs Jo Mason on 01395 513984.

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Craft 13 Apr to 17 Apr - Set solid foundations and produce a variety of basic woodworking joints, Boat Building Academy, Monmouth Beach, Lyme Regis.

POTTERY CLASSES 15 Apr to 20 May - Get creative with clay. New members invites to join this small

friendly group, Pottery Classes with Chris Ferguson, Reece Strawbridge Youth Centre, Colyton, 9.30am.

EXMOUTH ART, CRAFT & DESIGN FAIRS 19 Apr, 03 & 24 May - Art, Craft & Design Fair, Exmouth Craft & Design Fairs, Exmouth Pavilion, Exmouth, 10.00am.

Fairs COFFEE MORNING 18 Apr - Cats Protection, East Devon Branch coffee morning, Cats Protection East Devon, Kennaway House, Sidmouth, 10.00am.

VICTORIAN MUSIC HALL (PART OF ROPEWALK FAIR) 08 May - Salon y'Strel plays The Ropewalk Fair, The Lyric Theatre, 9 Barrack Street, Bridport.

SPRING FAIR AND PLANT SALE 16 May - Plant sale, East Budleigh in Bloom, East Budleigh Village Hall, Budleigh Salterton, 2.00pm.

RIVER COTTAGE SPRING FOOD FAIR 23 May to 24 May - Cookery demos, cookery masterclasses, gardening advice, kids activities etc, River Cottage HQ, Park Farm, Axminster, 10.00am.

BRIDPORT'S MAY FAIR 25 May - May bank holiday fair, Bridport May Fair, Various locations, Bridport, 12.00am.

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Forthcoming Events COUNTRY FAIR

TOBY BUCKLAND'S GARDEN FESTIVAL

28 May - Annual Country Fair in the Village. Free Car Park, free bus to village, Salcombe Regis Country Fair, The Village, Sidmouth, 2.00pm.

01 May to 02 May - Spring Garden Festival is set in the stunning grounds of Powderham Castle, Toby Buckland's Garden Festival, Powderham Castle, Exeter, 10.00am.

MIND BODY AND SPIRIT SHOW

LYME REGIS 10TH FOSSIL FESTIVAL

30 May to 31 May - Over 40 exhibitors including readers, therapists, healers, Traders, Rainbow's End, Woodmead Halls, Lyme Regis, 10.00am.

01 May to 03 May - Mapping demonstrations both traditional & hi-tech, plus theatre, music etc, Lyme Regis Fossil Festival, C/o LRDT, Lyme Regis, 10.00am.

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09 May to 10 May - Festival of fun, milling, art, music, food & drink in Lyme's creative heart, Town Mill Lyme Regis, Town Mill Complex, Lyme Regis, 11.00am.

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EXMOUTH FESTIVAL

23 Apr to 26 Apr - Celebrating the South West's food and drink, it's the ultimate foodie event! Exeter Food & Drink Festival, Northernhay Gardens, Exeter, 10.00am.

22 May to 28 May - A Celebration of local music & Art, Exmouth Festival, Town Centre, Exmouth, 9.00am.

SIDMOUTH SEA FEST 2015

30 May to 31 May - Rotary Club of Exmouth, Imperial Recreation Ground, Exmouth, 11.00am.

01 May to 02 May - Coastal Community Celebration: Fish Kitchen, Coastal Creativity, Exhibition, Sidmouth Sea Fest, The Ham, Sidmouth.

GENERAL DEVON'S POTENTIAL ENERGY BUDGET 11 & 18 Apr - A symposium discussing Devon’s potential renewable energy budget by 2030, Devonshire Assocation, The Mint, Exeter, 10.00am.

EXMOUTH KITE FESTIVAL

MUSIC BUDLEIGH SALTERTON JAZZ FESTIVAL 2015 17 Apr to 19 Apr - Be inspired with the best of local, national and international jazz music, Budleigh Salterton Jazz Festival, Budleigh Public Hall, Budleigh Salterton.

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BRANSCOMBE F E S T I VA L

FRIDAY 24 – SUNDAY 26 JULY 2015 PRESENTING LEADING STARS FROM OPERA, CLASSICAL MUSIC AND JAZZ IN THE INTIMATE AND BEAUTIFUL SETTING OF BRANSCOMBE VILLAGE, DEVON.

Artists include: Susan Bullock CBE Francesco Meli Angel Blue 4-MALITY Sacconi Quartet Leo Green Experience Danny Toeman The Band of the Royal Marines

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FARMERS & COUNTRY EXMOUTH FARMERS' MARKET Every other Wednesday - Providing highest quality, local foods, Exmouth Farmers' Market, Strand Gardens, Exmouth, 9.00am.

TOPSHAM COMMUNITY MARKET Saturdays - Community market which runs every Saturday, Matthew's Hall, Matthew's Hall Committee, Topsham, 8.30am.

EXMOUTH COUNTRY MARKET Fridays - Regular Friday market selling local fresh produce, Exmouth Country Market, Glenorchy Church Hall, Exmouth.

SIDMOUTH FARMER'S MARKET 11 Apr & 09 May - A volunteer run local produce market providing sustainably sourced fresh goods, Sidmouth Farmers' Market, St John's Ambulance Hall, Sidmouth, 9.00am.

CULLOMPTON FARMERS' MARKET 11 Apr & 09 May - Farmers' market on 2nd Saturday of the month, Cullompton Famers' Market, Higher Bullring, Cullompton, 9.30am.

BUDLEIGH SALTERTON FARMER'S MARKET 24 Apr - Boasts a wide variety of high quality local produce, Budleigh Salterton Farmer's Market, Rolle Mews Car Park, Budleigh Salterton, 9.00am.

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Wednesdays - Warm & Friendly craft & retail Market on every Wednesday, Cullompton Indoor Craft Market, Town Hall, Cullompton, 9.00am.

The Exmouth Pavilion The Esplanade , Exmouth EX8 2AZ 10.00 am to 4.00 pm on the following Sunday 22nd March

Thursdays - Unique market full of local traders, for jewellery, housewares, gifts and more, Sidmouth Thursday Market, St John Hall Blackmore Drive, Sidmouth, 9.00am.

Sunday 3rd May Sunday 24th May

UNIQUE BOUTIQUE ART MARKET

June

Sunday Sunday

19th July

Sunday

16th August

BUDLEIGH ANTIQUE & FLEA MARKET Thursdays - Regular Thursday antique & flea market with up to 36 stands, Hyson Fairs Ltd, Public Hall, Budleigh Salterton, 7.30am.

SIDMOUTH'S LOCAL THURSDAY MARKET

Sunday 19th April

28th

Monday to Saturday - Popular indoor market, Exmouth Indoor Market, The Strand, Exmouth, 9.00am.

INDOOR CRAFT & RETAIL MARKET

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EXMOUTH INDOOR MARKET

04 Apr - Pop up art market with hot food and cool tunes, Unique Boutique, Woodmead Halls, Lyme Regis, 10.00am.

Sunday 18th October

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Chocolate and Candy at Powderham

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Monday to Saturday - Traditional street market, Exeter City Council arts/festivals/ event, Sidwell Street, Exeter, 8.30am.

EXMINSTER MARKET 04 Apr & 02 May - A friendly and lively community monthly market held the first Sat of month, Exminster Market, Victory Hall, Exminster, 9.30am.

SEATON ARTISAN MARKET 04 Apr & 02 May - Beautiful arts & crafts from the South West, Seaton Artisan Market, Windsor Gardens, Seaton, 10.00am.

THROGMORTON COMMUNITY MARKET 11 Apr & 09 May - Community market, second Saturday of month in the hall, Throgmorton Community Hall, Off Culme Way, Dunkeswell, 10.00am.

STREET MARKET, EXETER Monday to Saturday - Open air market, Exeter City Council arts/festivals/event, Sidwell Street, Exeter, 8.30am.

BANK HOLIDAY STREET MARKET

THE CIVIL WAR

Sunday 6th December

Art, Crafts & Gifts presented by LOCAL craft workers

Exmouth Craft Fairs 01395 263495 www.exmouthcraftfairs.com

MARKET DAYS SIDWELL STREET MARKET, EXETER

Heritage

Sunday 22nd November

A Shopping Experience

COMMUNITY MARKET 25 Apr & 30 May - Community Market at the Institute - local food and craft products, free entry, Ottery St Mary United Reformed Church, The Institute, Ottery St Mary, 9.30am.

04, 25 May- Bank Holiday Street Market organised by the Royal British Legion, Seaton & District Lions Club, Sea Front, Seaton, 8.00am.

Sunday 27th September

A real change from the high street

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YARCOMBE VILLAGE MARKET 11 Apr & 09 May - Popular monthly village market, Yarcombe Village Market, Jubilee Hall, Yarcombe, 10.00am.

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01 Apr to 01 Jun - The Civil War in Topsham, Topsham Museum, 25 Strand, Topsham, 2.00pm.

50 YEARS OF THE TOPSHAM SOCIETY 01 Apr to 30 Jun - An exhibition commemorating fifty years of the Topsham Society, Topsham Museum, 25 Strand, Topsham, 2.00pm.

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ROMAN SEATON 15 Apr - An illustrated talk by Doug Hislop on the Seaton area during Roman occupation, Axe Valley Heritage Association, United Reformed Church Hall, Seaton, 7.30pm.

*95% of Sixth Form go on to university* *Outstanding Dyslexia Centre*

RE-VISITING EXETER'S ROMAN BATHS

*50+ extra curricular clubs including the popular surf club*

28 Apr - Re-visiting Exeter's Roman Baths - current plans to display legionary baths, Topsham Museum, 25 Strand, Topsham, 10.45am.

*Home-from-home Boarding*

THE NEWLYN SCHOOL 26 May - The Newlyn School and other art colonies of the 19th and early 20th centuries, Topsham Museum, 25 Strand, Topsham, 10.45am.

Opera LIVE SCREENING FROM THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE

Member of the Methodist Independent Schools Group

01 Apr - Screening of Rise and Fall of the City of Mahogonny, Exeter Picture House, 51 Bartholomew Street West, Exeter, 7.15pm.

The Honiton Festival

FAIRLYNCH MUSEUM 2015 SEASON 03 Apr to 01 Jul - Great War at Fairlynch exhibition Sir Walter Ralegh, costumes & much more, Fairlynch Museum & Arts Centre, 27 Fore Street, Budleigh Salterton, 2.00pm.

RISE AND FALL OF THE CITY OF MAHAGONNY 01 Apr - Royal Opera House live screening of Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill’s satire, Radway Cinema Sidmouth, Radway Place, Sidmouth, 7.15pm.

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SIDMOUTH SEA FEST 2015 Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd May See page 36 for more information on SIDMOUTH SEA FEST

THE FISH KITCHEN • CREATIVITY ON THE COAST From Holland ARNEMUIDEN FISHING HERITAGE EXHIBITION THE FISH HUNT Live Music and Evening Concerts From Canada GORDIE MACKEEMAN AND HIS RHYTHM BOYS THE SEA FEST CHOIR • FISHERMEN’S SWEATERS CATWALK HASTINGS CLASSROOM ON THE COAST GAMES • PRIZES AND MUCH MORE! The Ham, Port Royal, Sidmouth Devon www.sidseafest.net

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THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, LIVE 19 May - Gilbert & Sullivan's swashbuckling musical performed liev, Radway Cinema Sidmouth, Radway Place, Sidmouth, 7.15pm.

Rally & Motor

NEIL SANDS PRESENTS WHEN YOU'RE SMILING 20 Apr - A brand new show taking you down memory lane with songs from the 1940s1970's, Manor Pavilion Theatre & Arts Centre, Manor Road, Sidmouth, 2.00pm.

ZEPPELIN UNPLUGGED

25, 26 Apr & 09, 10 May - Woolbridge Motor Club,two days of championship hill climbing, Wiscombe Park, Address, Southleigh.

08 May - The classic songs of Led Zeppelin played acoustically, with guests Tinkerscuss, Manor Pavilion Theatre & Arts Centre, Manor Road, Sidmouth, 7.30pm.

BRIDPORT'S VINTAGE MARKET

MOONLIGHT SWING BAND

WISCOMBE PARK MEETING

26 Apr & 31 May - Sunday vintage market in Bridport. Enjoy all things vintage & collectable, Bridport's Vintage Sunday, St Michael's Trading Estate, Bridport, 10.00am.

09 May - Lions Club of Sidmouth present MOONLIGHT SWING BAND, Manor Pavilion Theatre & Arts Centre, Manor Road, Sidmouth, 7.45pm.

PLAYS

CLASSIC CAR DAY 17 May - A wonderful range of over 200 rare and unusual classic cars on display, Killerton House, Killerton House, Broadclyst, 10.00am.

ANNUAL VINTAGE/CLASSIC CAR RALLY 24 May - The jolly & colourful display of vehicles will be in the Pecorama car park, Pecorama, Underleys, Beer.

MALVERNBARD PRESENT WASTERS BY NICK WILKES 15 Apr to 18 Apr - A dark Comedy of food waste, life decisions and toilet rolls, Manor Pavilion Theatre & Arts Centre, Manor Road, Sidmouth, 8.00pm.

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Open Week There's wide range of Easter events at Escot Park and Gardens

TOAD OF TOAD HALL

Shows IMAGICIAN - 21ST CENTURY ILLUSIONIST 11 Apr - £19.50, Exmouth Pavilion, The Esplanade, Exmouth, 7.30pm.

Monday 4th - Friday 8th May at 9.30 am each day We invite you to join us for a guided tour of the school during which you can meet our children and staff

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DEVON COUNTY SHOW

THE STEVE HEWLETT SHOW

21 May to 23 May - Celebration of country life at Devon County Showground, Westpoint Arena, Clyst St Mary, Exeter.

& N UR S E RY

30 May - Top Ventriloquist Steve Hewlett will delight all ages, Manor Pavilion Theatre & Arts Centre, Manor Road, Sidmouth, 7.30pm.

GHOST TRAIN

SOUTH PACIFIC

Outstanding Independent Education for children aged 3 - 11 years

21 Apr - The south west’s biggest energy event, Regen SW, Westpoint, Exeter, 10.00am.

MUSICALS

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AS YOU LIKE IT 27 May to 30 May - A production of As You Like It by William Shakespeare. Directed by Tony Hansel, Shute Theatre and Arts Guild, St Michael's Church, Shute.

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Theatre

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29 Apr to 02 May - A dramatization of Kenneth Grahame's 1908 novel The Wind in the Willows, Colyton Theatre Group, Rehearsals, Strawbridge Centre, Honiton.

04 Apr to 11 Apr - A Rodgers and Hammerstein classic set during World War 2, Sidmouth Arts Club and Operatic Society, Manor Pavilion Theatre, Sidmouth, 7.45pm.

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30 May to 06 Jun - A thriller by Arnold Ridley, Salterton Drama Club, Salterton Playhouse, Budleigh Salterton, 7.30pm.

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DEVON YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA

4 GIRLS 4 HARPS

BOREALIS SAXOPHONE QUARTET

St Paul’s Church The Devon Youth Jazz Orchestra was formed in March 1975 with the intention of providing performance experience and expert tuition to young jazz musicians in Devon. The orchestra is now a registered charity and is run by a committee of parents and supporters. DYJO teaches young people from across the whole of Devon to play and perform a wide variety of Jazz. DYJO has won many national awards over its history for its performances and educational programme, and continues to play to enthusiastic audiences in Devon and beyond. They will be playing their 2015 selection.

at The Beehive Harriet Adie, Keziah Thomas, Eleanor Turner and Elizabeth Scorah are four harpists who have a shared goal of presenting new works and their own idiomatic transcriptions to show off the full scope of four concert harps. Many original works have been commissioned by the group, helping them to establish themselves as the leading harp ensemble in Europe. Their 15th Anniversary Programme will include works Corri, Firsova, Le Fanu, Rachmaninov, Shostakovitch, Terraga, Henriette Renie and Savourna Stevenson in arrangements by the girls.

at The Beehive Formed in 2009, the Borealis Saxophone Quartet will be playing works by Gary CARPENTER, George GERSHWIN and Barbara THOMPSON amongst others. The double prizewinners have performed extensively in London, at the BBC Proms on national radio and television. A review of their debut album “The North” describes them as “wonderfully varied, full-bloodied and often rather edgy”. Devon composer, Andrew Wilson’s Flights of Fancy will be premiered and an afternoon workshop for gifted amateurs will add local colour!

23 May 2015

30 May 2015

TRIO MARTINU

A joint presentation with the Beehive

at St Paul’s Church

CHAMBER PHILHARMONIC EUROPE

Will be playing Piano Trios:

BACH – Violin Concerto in A Minor BWV1041

BEETHOVEN – Trio in B Major, Op.11

HUMMEL – Concerto for Trumpet & Orchestra

MARTINU – Trio No 2 in D Minor, H.327

MOZART – Divertimento in F, KV 138

DVORAK - Trio in F Minor, Op.65

HOLST - Suite for String Orchestra Op.29

Formed from members of the Prague Symphony Orchestra 25 years ago, Honiton is part of the Trio’s 2nd visit to the UK, having toured extensively throughout Europe over the last 11 years. Pavel Safarik (vln), Jaroslav Matejka (clo) and Petr Jirikovsky (pno) will be celebrating in style!

Founded in 2006 in Cologne, Germany, the Chamber Philharmonic Europe engages talented young musicians from 18 European nations, aiming to give these promising artists the opportunity for further development through a wide-ranging repertoire. They have performed in many concert halls and opera houses throughout Europe including Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, Edinburgh and London’s Conway Hall. Their tour this year brings an ensemble of 9 musicians.

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JUST MISBEHAVIN'

FOLK ROOTS & ACOUSTIC

10 May - Swing jazz music and much, much more ..., Just Misbehavin', The Bank, Exmouth, 3.00pm.

FEAST OF FIDDLES 08 Apr - Show of passionate & joyful playing with a liberal dose of fun, Exeter Corn Exchange, Corn Exchange, Exeter.

SIDMOUTH JAZZ CLUB

CELINE DOS SANTOS LIVE

THE TBR TRIO WITH RACHAEL ROBERTS

15 May - Chilled acoustic vibes from this lovely talented lady., By the Bay Restaurant & Wine Bar, Marine Parade, Lyme Regis, 7.30pm.

THE WURZELS OPEN AIR CONCERT 29 May - Www.exmouthrotaryclub. co.uk/kite-festival/ticket-shop/, Rotary Club of Exmouth, Imperial Recreation Ground, Exmouth, 6.30pm.

JAZZ

14 May - Sidmouth jazz club, Sidmouth Jazz, anchor innr, Sidmouth, 8.00pm.

16 May - The TBR Trio - with singer Rachael Roberts, The Tucker's Jazz Club, The Tuckers Arms, Dalwood, 8.00pm.

PETE CANTER TRIO 29 May - Fine saxophonist and trio in the conservatory, Pete Canter, City Gate Hotel, Exeter, 7.30pm.

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JUST MISBEHAVIN' 10 Apr - Swing jazz music and much, much more ..., Just Misbehavin', The Globe, Lympstone, 9.00pm.

JAZZ AT KENNAWAY - PIANO DUET 12 Apr - Jazz pianist Dave Newton joins Craig Milverton to play top jazz duets. £10., Kennaway House, Coburg Road, Sidmouth, 1.30pm.

SIDMOUTH JAZZ CLUB 16 Apr - Sidmouth jazz club top quality jazz entr £8.00, Sidmouth Jazz, anchor inn, Sidmouth, 8.00pm.

JAZZ AT THE FIVE BELLS, CLYST HYDON 19 Apr - Jim Newton's Fifty Shades of Dixie, The Five Bells Inn, Address, Clyst Hydon, 6.30pm.

THE BAREFOOT BANDIT - LIVE REGGAE 05 Apr - Glasto regulars give their hometown another night of live reggae, The Barefoot Bandit, The First & Last Inn, Exmouth, 6.30pm.

Robin Trower has been heralded as one of the most influential Guitar players to come out of the British Blues Rock scene. Though other names may come to mind, none have the "signature sound and style" of the man who was tagged by the press with the nickname of "The White Hendrix" back in the 70's. Robin was in the audience during a performance by Jimi Hendrix those many years back, and he readily admits that the Experience changed his approach to the guitar. £22.50 in advance/£25 on the door, 8pm (doors 7pm) 01392 665938.

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MOONLIGHT SWING BAND

ALAN BARNES & THE MATT CARTER TRIO

09 May - This popular Band returns again with a great programme of music and song., Sidmouth Lions Club, Manor Pavilion Theatre, Sidmouth, 7.45pm.

19 Apr - ALAN BARNES well-known saxophonist & clarinettist and the Matt Carter Trio, The Tucker's Jazz Club, The Tuckers Arms, Dalwood, 3.00pm.

SHOWADDYWADDY 22 May - £18.50, Exmouth Pavilion, The Esplanade, Exmouth, 8.00pm.

PETE CANTER TRIO 24 Apr - Fine saxophonist and trio in the conservatory, Pete Canter, City Gate Hotel, Exeter, 7.30pm.

BRIDGE JAZZ CLUB 06 May - Pete Canter & Friends Jam Session £6 or £4 jammers, Pete Canter, Exeter Phoenix, Exeter, 8.30pm.

STEVE WATERS LIVE 17 Apr - Steve Waters' chilled acoustic vibes & laid back style is a firm fave at BTB., By the Bay Restaurant & Wine Bar, Marine Parade, Lyme Regis, 7.30pm.

ABSOLUTE BOWIE (BOWIE TRIBUTE)

DEVON YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA 08 May - Award winning youth orchestra playing their 2015 selection, Honiton Festival, St. Paul's Church, Honiton, 7.30pm.

Wednesday 15th April Robin Trower - Corn Exchange, Exeter

18 Apr - Absolute Bowie (Europe's finest 5 piece Bowie Tribute), The Gateway, Fore Street, Seaton, 7.30pm.

THE MODS 23 May - The Mods (worlds finest '60's tribute band - Timeout magazine), The Gateway, Fore Street, Seaton, 7.30pm.

THE BAREFOOT BANDIT

ROCK/ H-METAL

ROBIN TROWER 15 Apr - Robin is an influential blues rock guitar player, Exeter Corn Exchange, Corn Exchange, Exeter.

THE CORMARANTS 08 May - Indie rock band, The Marine, The Esplanade, Sidmouth, 9.30pm.

VIVID VAGUE 22 May - Rock originals, The Marine, The Esplanade, Sidmouth, 9.30pm.

28 May - Homegrown act provides explosive upbeat reggae and deep dub, The Barefoot Bandit, Manor Gardens, Exmouth, 7.00pm.

LOS PACAMINOS WITH PAUL YOUNG 24 Apr - £20.00, Exmouth Pavilion, The Esplanade, Exmouth, 8.00pm.

EXETER RECORD & CD FAIR, CORN EXCHANGE EXETER

02 May - Lots of dealers having masses of good quality Vinyl Records, CD's to purchase, Exeter Record & CD Fair, The Corn Exchange, Exeter, 9.30am.

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Friday 22nd May Showaddywaddy - The Pavilions, Exmouth

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Saturday 18th April Absolute Bowie - The Gateway, Seaton www.seatongateway.co.uk

Absolute Bowie (The finest 5 piece Bowie Tribute) TOP UK tribute act Absolute Bowie is earning rave reviews for its dynamic all-live show celebrating the music of David Bowie Those who have seen the show in recent times describe it as "memorable", "brilliant" and "the best time ever," while Woody Woodmansey, Bowie's legendary drummer, considers it "the closest thing to the real thing". Tickets £15adv, £18 door. 01297 625699.

The Marine

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Sidmouth

"The venue for original music" After moving back to Sidmouth and taking over The Marine, we have created a music venue encouraging original music. We have transformed one side of the pub to include a stage, lighting and in-house PA, creating a great vibe and attracting talented musicians. The most notable, James McCartney (son of Paul) who turned up unannounced during our open mic session. Held every other Friday, ‘ACOUSTICplus’ is open to all styles and abilities, and on the alternate Friday we have bands and solo acts promoting their own music. Acts to date include Jay Darlington (former keyboard player from Oasis) with ‘Magic Bus’ and Carla Lucia, an Austrian award winner touring England. Our growing reputation has attracted some high profile acts in the future including Dave Sharp (founding member - The Alarm) and Suitcase Slim, a great one man Texas blues band. Local bands include BlimeyOhRiley, Jet Black 3, Vivid Vague and The Cormorants, returning for their third time. For full gig listings, check our website www.themarinesidmouth.com

Folk Week at The Marine is shaping up with bands and solo performers playing every night and open mic daily. The week is not just folk and our acts provide an alternative. We have secured some of our favourites including Fujalada the best funk band seen in a long time and London-based solo artist Papahone returning with support from our very

own Anna Hamill. As a finale we have back Cam Cole from London who went down a storm last year. His music is some of the dirtiest blues rock on the circuit; combine this with his amazing stage presence and illusionist dancing, he is definitely one not to be missed and will conclude our week of original music on a fantastic high. We hold comedy nights quarterly. Our first one in December 2014 sold out, with a percentage of ticket sales and all raffle profit going to the charity, Dream-A-Way. Due to its’ success, we are Ambassadors for the Sidmouth branch and have the next comedy night booked for Wednesday April 8th.

Great performances at The Marine, Sidmouth

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The Marine is now an authentic pizzeria. Phil trained with Italian pizza chefs, so we bring you pizza made completely from scratch on the premises with Italian ingredients. This combined with fresh local produce results in an artisan style that is unique to The Marine. We also have a big screen showing live sport, with BT and Sky Sports.

Forthcoming Exhibitions April & May 2015

Carolyn Genders - The Marle Gallery Benedict Rubbra - 'The Death of Actaeon, after Titian' The Art Room

GALLERIES

Gillian McDonald - 'Moorland Farm II' - Marine House at Beer

EXHIBITION - BY EXMOUTH COMMUNITY COLLEGE Until 10 Apr - Exhibition - Exmouth Community College A Level Photography, A la Ronde, Exmouth, 10.30am.

TIME LINES PAUL JONES AND AKIKO HIRAI Until 12 Apr - Paul Jones’s paintings compliment the unique ceramic work of Akiko Hirai, Sladers Yard, West Bay Road, Bridport, 10.00am.

CHRIS ORR ON TOUR Until 26 Apr - ‘A selection of wonderfully intricate works by Chris Orr on the theme of Trave, Brook Gallery, Foreshore House, Budleigh Salterton, 10.30am.

SHED Until 11 Apr - Dean Patman and Rob Mason, Hybrid, 51 High Street, Honiton.

SPRING EXHIBITION Until 18 Apr - An exciting mix of artists for the ever popular Spring Show, Artwave West, Morecombelake, 10.00am.

DROP ME A LINE - PART I Until 16 May - An interactive exhibition by artists Michael Fairfax and Louise Baker, Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Elmfield House, Honiton, 10.10am.

WINGED Until 11 Apr - Evi Antonio and Bea Forshall, Hybrid, 51 High Street, Honiton. ART & SOUL: VICTORIANS AND THE GOTHIC Until 12 Apr - A rare opportunity to see works by some of the greatest 19th century artists, Royal Albert Memorial Museum RAMM, Queen Street, Exeter, 10.00am.

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JULES HESTER, FELT ARTIST Until 16 May - An exhibition of new framed work, by Woodbury based felt artist Jules Hester, INC, 17-18 The Strand, Exmouth, 10.00am.

Grahame Preece - 'Surf' - Apple Tree Galleries

EASTER EXHIBITION Until 17 May - A new exhibition of works from Devon artists, East Devon Art, Old Fore Street, Sidmouth, 11.00am.

JURASSIC LANDSCAPE, FLORA AND FAUNA 01 Apr to 15 May - Capturing the beauty and creatures that inhabit our dramatic coastline, Apple Tree Galleries, Old Bell House, Axminster, 10.00am. COASTAL FUSION - DAWN BRIMICOMBE & SUE LEWIN 02 Apr to 15 Apr - Explorations around the Jurassic coast, Bluebirdsatdawn, TMAG, Lyme Regis, 10.00am. BRANSCOMBE ART EXHIBITION AND SALE 03 Apr to 06 Apr - Yearly charity art exhibition by 50 local artists, Branscombe Art Exhibition, Branscombe Village Hall, 10.00am. STUDIO ARCHIVE SALE 03 Apr to 06 Apr - Studio Archive Sale of artworks of painter David Brooke, David Brook & Caroline Ireland, St Michael's Studios, Bridport, 10.00am. OPEN STUDIO 03 Apr to 19 Apr - Exhibition of paintings by Simon Cook. Open to the public, Simon Cook Artist, 4 The Lookout, Rousdon, 10.30am.

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Quartet - 25 Apr to 23 May

Sylvia Paul - Paintings Carolyn Genders - Ceramics & Prints Vicky Oldfield - Collograph Prints Lynsey Adams - Textiles

Meet The Artists - 25 April Sylvia Paul and Vicky Oldfield will be demonstrating in the gallery on Preview Day. Tues-Sat 10am-5pm. Victoria Place, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5NQ art@themarlegallery.co.uk 01297 639970 www.themarlegallery.co.uk

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Exhibitions Spring Exhibition

Until 18 Apr - An eclectic collection of paintings by some of the most up and coming artists around.

4 Artists Exhibition

24 Apr to 30 May - Martin Goold, Sonia Stanyard, Elisa McLeod and Jane Bohane. Open Wednesday to Saturday 10am-4pm

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EXHIBITION The Blockley School at Marine House A fine selection of work by these distinguished artists is on view at Marine House and Steam Gallery at Beer. www.marinehouseatbeer.co.uk 01297 625257

SLADERS YARD

BOTH SIDES OF THE HILL 07 May to 20 May - Two like-minded but contrasting artists share their joy of a local landscape, Town Mill Arts Guild, The Malthouse, Lyme Regis, 10.30am. EXHIBITION – WILDLIFE ART BY LINDA WILKES 09 May to 22 May - Exhibition Wildlife Art by Linda Wilkes, A la Ronde, A la Ronde, Exmouth, 10.30am.

Arthur Henry Enock - 'Exeter Canal below Exeter Cathedral' - RAMM

SPRING EXHIBITION 04 Apr to 11 Apr - Exhibition takes place in the top floor gallery in Trinity House, Axminster Art Society, Axminster.

BENEDICT RUBBRA 'THE SEARCH FOR ORDER' 20 May - Lunchtime lecture: The Search for Order, The Art Room, Royal Albert Memorial Musuem & Art Gallery, Exeter, 1.00pm. BRUCE MCLEAN 22 May to 28 Jun - Original Prints by acclaimed artist Bruce McLean, Brook Gallery, Foreshore House, Budleigh Salterton, 10.30am.

EXHIBITION – VENTURE ARTISTS 11 Apr to 24 Apr - Exhibition - Venture Artists, A la Ronde, A la Ronde, Exmouth, 10.30am.

Donna Goold - 'Passionate Cloudburst' - Artwave West

TIME LINES

Until 12 April - Paul Jones, Akiko Hirai, paintings & ceramics.

EARTH AND ROCK

From 18 April Frances Hatch paintings. Jan Walker paintings. Robin Welch ceramics. Petter Southall furniture. www.sladersyard.co.uk Open daily. 01308 459511

West Bay, Bridport, Dorset DT6 4EL

Town Centre, Axminster EX13 5NQ Open 10-4; Mon-Sat

Apple Tree Galleries Jurassic Landscape Flora and Fauna 01 Apr to 15 May Grahame Preece captures the beauty and creatures that inhabit our dramatic coastline.

01297 598011 www.appletreegalleries.co.uk

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4 ARTISTS EXHIBITION 24 Apr to 30 May - 4 Artists, Artwave West, Morecombelake, 10.00am. EXHIBITION–FREE RANGE FELT BY DAPHNE CURRIE 25 Apr to 08 May - Exhibition – Free Range Felt by Daphne Currier, A la Ronde, A la Ronde, Exmouth, 10.30am. TEXTILE EXHIBITION 01 May to 11 May - Fri - Mon first w/ end. and Thurs - Sun second w/end 11am-5pm, EXEtra, Exeter Contemporary Arts Hub, Exeter. A TRICK OF THE LIGHT 01 May to 13 May - Capturing light in the landscape in paintings, photography and mixed media, Town Mill Arts Guild, Courtyard Gallery, Lyme Regis, 10.00am.

Louise Baker - 'Lines' - Thelma Hulbert Gallery

Contemporary British Art, Furniture & Craft. Licensed Café. gallery@sladersyard.co.uk

Benedict Rubbra - 'Exeter Cathedral' - The Art Room

MAY EXHIBITION 23 May to 14 Jun - Selected West Country artists display new works, East Devon Art, Old Fore Street, Sidmouth, 11.00am. DROP ME A LINE - PART II 23 May to 20 Jun - A community response to the work of artists Michael Fairfax and Louise Baker, Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Elmfield House, Honiton, 10.00am.

Old Fore Street, Sidmouth EX10 8LS info@eastdevonart.co.uk 01395 516284 Easter Exhibition Until 17 May Painting Figures in Landscape 23 Apr Trip to St Ives 14 Jun May Exhibition 23 May to 14 Jun Art tuition available throughout the year. A selection of work may be viewed on-line at www.eastdevonart.co.uk www.facebook.com/eda.academy Open every day 11am-5pm & every weekend.

51 High Street Honiton t. 01404 43201 www.hybrid-devon.co.uk

ART WEEKEND - MEET THE ARTISTS 02 May to 03 May - A chance to meet the artists behind Kennaway Gallery's exhibition, Kennaway House, Coburg Road, Sidmouth, 10.00am.

In our gallery Until 11 Apr

Shed - Gallery 1. Rob Mason,

Dean Patman. Winged - Gallery 3. Evi Antonio, Bea Forshall. 02 to 30 May Unsung - Gallery 1. Serena Curmi. En Plein Air - Gallery 3. Tom Hughes.

UNSUNG 02 May to 30 May - Serena Curmi, Hybrid, 51 High Street, Honiton. EN PLEIN AIR 02 May to 30 May - Tom Hughes, Hybrid, 51 High Street, Honiton. BENEDICT RUBBRA 'EYE TO IMAGE' 02 May to 02 Jul - Major exhibition of work from the last 4 decades curated by Deborah Wood, The Art Room, Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery, Exeter.

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Drop Me A Line - Part 1

Victoria Goodman - 'Bluebells Garlic' - East Devon Art

Syliva Paul - 'Poppyfield' - The Marle Gallery

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Until 16 May Interactive exhibition with artists Michael Fairfax and Louise Baker - featuring an installation with piano wires, which can be played and recorded by visitors, alongside lines on paper from an open call. www.thelmahulbert.com

Forthcoming Exhibitions

Haddon Galleries of Torquay proudly Oct & Nov 2014

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Saturday 11th April to Saturday 25th April 2015 An exhibition of oil paintings of African animal and big cats by Pip McGarry, one of the worlds leading wildlife artists.

Meet Pip in the gallery! For further details please contact Fiona Haddon on 01803 213000 6/7 Victoria Parade, Torquay, Devon TQ1 2BB 28

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Artists of

The John Blockley School

Charlie O’Sullivan - ‘Watching The Swell’ 30x30cm - Acrylic on Wood - £1095

Gillian McDonald - ‘Moorland Farm II’ - 50x50cm - Mixed Media - £1795

John Blockley - ‘Westmorland Farmhouse’ 1999 - 40x55cm - Not for Sale

he distinguished artists, the late John Blockley and his painting partner Moira Huntly regularly held painting weeks for fellow professional artists. Their influence and inspiration is reflected in the work of many artists who became part of “The Blockley School”. A constantly recurring them is the depiction of upland vistas often with isolated buildings and background sea, hills or mountains. Living as we do in such a fast moving technologically driven environment they invoke a sense of peace and

escapism on the part of viewers. All these artists have achieved extensive recognition and acclaim. Marine House at Beer has made a particular point of exhibiting work from this school, work which continues to increase in popularity, notably paintings by the late Michael Morgan RI, Moira Huntly, Martin Procter, Charlie O’Sullivan and Gillian McDonald. We illustrate examples of their work here. More are available and can be viewed on our web or seen in our galleries.

www.marinehouseatbeer.co.uk 01297 625257

Martin Procter - ‘Holwell, Dartmoor’ - 60x60 - Mixed Media - £2995

01297 625144

01297 625257 Moira Huntly - Yorkshire Landscape - 55x65cm - £2995

Michael Morgan - ‘Moonlit Lake District’ c1999 - 11.5 x 11.5in

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TheMarleGallery CONTEMPORARY FINE ART

‘Quartet’

25 April - 23 May

Tues - Sat 10am - 5pm

Sylvia Paul

John Hoar 11th - 30th April 2015

38 Gold Street, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6PY

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Exhibition of work by

Carolyn Genders

Vicky Oldfield

Lynsey Adams

MEET THE ARTISTS!

Sylvia Paul and Vicky Oldfield will be demonstrating in the gallery on April 25th Victoria Place, Axminster, Devon EX13 5NQ

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Inshore fishing traditions gather in Sidmouth Sidmouth

Sea Fest

Sidmouth Sea Fest 2015

Some of the events over the 2 day, Sidmouth Sea Fest:

TALKS DEMONSTRATIONS HERITAGE EXHIBITION MUSIC & BANDS FISH HUNT for the kids FISH KITCHEN & BAR SEA FEST CHOIR STALLS - GIG CLUB

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Sea Fest

1-2nd MAY

An important event in Sidmouth that celebrates the past, present and future of inshore fishing in Northern Europe.

It's one for your diary - don't miss it!

f you visit the east Devon town of Sidmouth today you will be forgiven for not immediately thinking of it as having once been a thriving fishing community. Promoted to visitors and holidaymakers as a ‘Regency Town by the Sea', the few reminders of its fishing industry now all lie at the far eastern end of the seafront at ‘Port Royal', so called because of a fishermen's harbour once at the mouth of the River Sid and a royal

edict made in 1392 that stated ‘All ships lying in harbour (were) to be seized for the King's use'. At Port Royal you will now find the fishermen's yard and sheds where Sidmouth Trawlers fishmongers is located, and a few small boats and solitary old winch, known as a capstan, that very occasionally is given cause to splutter back into life. But go back to the census of 1801 and many of the working men within the recorded

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1,250 inhabitants in Sidmouth, as well as farmers and a mixture of small traders, were fishermen. In the 1800s, the fishermen would have been found with their drifters, boats so called because they used nets that drifted along the bottom of the sea, working right from the far western end of Sidmouth beach to the east and bringing in a range of fish daily including bream, bass,

Bagwell fleet at Port Royal Beach 1980s

Arnemuiden fisherman 1910

dory, and cod, and the most typical catch herring. 15,000 herring were recorded as being brought ashore in one single catch. The beach based fishing fleet was made up of a number of fishermen and their families whose names are still familiar within the town. Each fisherman had his own part of the beach, usually close to where he and his family lived, and many had capstans for their boats. It was a time when life was tough, but work was regular, and the sale of the catch at the end of the day was usually good. A combination of improved transport inland that made it increasingly competitive to sell the catch, and the development of Sidmouth as a Victorian holiday destination, meant that the fishermen were moved further east along the beach away from the hotels in the west, turned to offering trips on their boats to tourists, or stopped fishing altogether. By 1900 around 20 fishermen still worked from the beach, and by the mid 1900s only half a dozen continued to fish commercially. By end of the 20th century it was just Stan and Graham Bagwell working from the beach at Port Royal that were left. In 1960 Stan Bagwell and his wife Mary opened Sidmouth Trawlers by the town's Ham green to sell the Bagwell catch, and by the 80â&#x20AC;?s their own children had joined them and soon added to the national awards won for their fish filleting and preparation skills. Now a new annual event located on the Ham aims to put the focus back onto Sidmouth's fishing heritage and use the community stories, local knowledge, and local skills to celebrate things in, on and from the sea to regenerate a long ignored part of Sidmouth and create a new attraction for both visitors and residents. Sidmouth Sea Fest 2015 will take place on 1st and 2nd May. It will feature demonstrations on how to prepare and cook fish, creative activities inspired by the sea, games, music, and much more, and will host a very special exhibition by the Dutch fishing community of

Stan Bagwell 1965

Stan and Mary Bagwell at Sidmouth Trawlers 1976 Arnemuiden. The exhibition is part of a project that has brought Sidmouth and the Bagwell family together with the coastal community of Arnemuiden, and the fishermen of Hastings, to look at the fishing heritage of each town, to compare experiences, and to work together on how inshore fishing can be at the heart of cultural, societal and political regeneration. In each town it is the fishermen that are among those that are working hard to ensure that the traditional skills, knowledge, and the importance of community cohesion do not die out.

The Drill Hall was set for demolition in 2012 until a campaign group stepped in to save it. In Sidmouth this has been done through a campaign to reopen the Drill Hall building at the eastern end of the seafront. Located in front of Sidmouth Trawlers at Port Royal, Sidmouth Drill Hall was built in 1895 on land donated by local landowner Mr George G Radford. The building has since 1895 provided refuge to soldiers returning from WW2, been a focal centre for the community, and from 1960 was the home of Sidmouth Folk Festival. Boarded up since 1994, the Drill Hall was set to be demolished by the district council in 2012 until a campaign group stepped in. The campaign group, aware of the limitations presented within local authorities for driving creative regeneration, took the building, the Bagwells and with them the fishing heritage of Sidmouth into a 2 year EU Interreg IVA '2 Seas' project led by the University of Greenwich called 'TourFish' that has looked at sustainable and

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Sidmouth Sea Fest Creativity on the Coast

Sidmouth

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What's the purpose of the Sidmouth Sea Fest event? This new annual event located on the Ham aims to put the focus back onto Sidmouth's fishing heritage and use the community stories, local knowledge, and local skills to celebrate things in, on and from the sea to regenerate a long ignored part of Sidmouth and create a new attraction for both visitors and residents. Preserving and reutilising the Drill Hall would be central to this scheme. How can you help? Just go to the website and become a 'Friend' - see details overleaf.

SAVE SIDMOUTH'S DRILL HALL

Sidmouth Sea Fest 2015

Arnemuiden fishermen

An excellent and viable scheme to save the Sidmouth Drill Hall for the community AIMS and VISIONS The Aim of Sidmouth Drill Hall Hub CIC is to support a considered, sustainable and inclusive regeneration of the Port Royal and eastern end of the Devon town of Sidmouth for the benefit of the residents of the town and the wider community. Through this scheme they aim to preserve, encourage and advocate: • • • •

Community cohesion Education & Heritage Maritime & Fisheries Employment, Training & Apprenticeships • The Arts • Tourism • Sustainability

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responsible tourism within coastal communities linked to inshore fishing. The impact on tourism caused by the decline in inshore fishing over several generations has been researched. Through the project the link between the Drill Hall, boarded up and neglected now for 20 years, and the fishermen in Sidmouth whose knowledge,

1-2nd MAY

Fish Kitchen tasting at Sidmouth Sea Fest

impact of the decline in inshore fishing, an open think tank was set up by the local council to connect creative and entrepreneurial women. From that think tank evolved the Arnemuiden sweater project. Each village and fishing community had their own pattern. The pattern was knitted into sweaters that were worn by the fishermen, who wore

evening will be a catwalk of the sweaters, Sidmouth Mummers, and songs by the Sea Fest Choir plus food from the Fish Kitchen, local beers, ciders and more. Then on Saturday 2nd May the main day of Sea Fest will see stalls, games, demonstrations, arts, crafts, music and more from 10am on the Ham,

'Design © Alex Vick

Rather than becoming yet another residential property development, there's a chance to preserve this building and the associated fishing history, and also have a great resource for the public - this is a big part of what SIDMOUTH SEA FEST event is all about!

skills, and offer to the community is in real danger of dying out, has been examined. This has included in Sidmouth, Arnemuiden and Hastings how divides and standing within society have resulted in fishermen being relegated to a lesser status, while it is they that provide the real link between the coast and the sea. In Arnemuiden they have been promoting regeneration and diversification through a unique project that over the past two years has looked at the sweaters that were worn by fishermen over 100 years ago in Arnemuiden and in other coastal fishing villages across Zeeland in Holland. To address the

them when they went out to sea knowing that if they did not return their body and their home village might be identified by the pattern on their sweater. Over two years 12 patterns have been traced, and now the project is being extended to research patterns and sweaters that might have been worn by fishermen in Sidmouth, Hastings and elsewhere. The exhibition at Sea Fest will tell the story of inshore fishing in each of the three towns and of the sweaters and patterns of Arnemuiden and Zeeland. The exhibition will open at a ticketed event on the Ham, Sidmouth to kick off Sidmouth Sea Fest 2015 from 7pm on Friday 1st May. Also that

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and it will finish with an evening concert from 7pm featuring the best in bluegrass and country swing from Gordie Mackeeman and his Rhythm Boys all the way from Canada. The Arnemuiden exhibition will be free to visit throughout the day before it heads to a fixed location in Sidmouth from Monday 4th May. Sidmouth Sea Fest is a new way to understand the heritage of our coast, and our fishing communities. It is a way to celebrate. It is a way to participate, and it is a way to build a future where the value of local community knowledge and sustainable community practices that benefit us all are at the heart of regeneration.

ABOUT DIRECTORS & ORGANISERS

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THE BOOK ABOUT STAN BAGWELL

THE SIDMOUTH SEA FEST SCHEDULE:

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Louise Cole

Day 1

Louise has lived in Sidmouth for 10 years with her husband and three children bringing with her a range of senior management and leadership experience. She was previously Director of Development at Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education and before that South West Regional Director of the National Deaf Children’s Society.

Mary Bagwell

Mary was born in Sidmouth and founded Sidmouth Trawlers in 1960 with her husband Stan. Stan Bagwell was the last fisherman to have a working fleet on Sidmouth beach.

Coco Hodgkinson

Matt Booth (top) and Louise Cole are the founders of the Sidmouth Drill Hall Hub. People involved with this excellent scheme are: Matt Booth

Matt moved to Sidmouth in 2005 to take up a post at Dartington College of Arts. He specialises on developing and delivering a number of national and international projects and events, is on the County Music Education board, and has overseen the campaign to reopen Sidmouth Drill Hall for community use.

Coco lives in Sidmouth with her partner and their three children. Well known in the town you will see her artwork and murals decorating many shops and restaurants, and the occasional town landmark. Coco created the ‘One Fish Two Fish’ mural project

Kay Bagwell

Kay now runs the Sidmouth Trawlers business with her Mum Mary and her son Ryan, the next in line of the generations of Bagwells in fishing.

Saul Vicary

He gained an AA rosette in his first year at the Mason’s Arms. Following a stint as head chef at Otter Nurseries Saul bought La Rosetta restaurant in Newton Poppleford which he has now owned and run with his wife Julie for 13 yrs.

The book The life of Sidmouth Fisherman Stan Bagwell, collected and compiled by Christine Hardy (below). The book is a personal account by Stan, in his own words. It features many old photographs of fishermen, boats, Port Royal and Sidmouth. Sold in aid of the Fishermans Mission.

• Arnemuiden Fishing Heritage Exhibition and Zeeland Fishermen's Sweaters Catwalk. • Sidmouth Sea Fest Choir. • Sidmouth Fishermen's Theatre. • Fish Kitchen and Bar. Day 2

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The Fish Kitchen. Creativity on the Coast. Fish Hunt. Live Music. Fish Stocks & games. Classroom on the Coast. Stalls. Gig Club. Sidmouth Science Festival. • Sidmouth in Bloom.

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Below - a beautiful scene of fishing boats, towers and trees at Veere Harbour, Holland - part of the unique exhibition at Sea Fest will link with this fishing community

Historische Vereniging Arnemuiden

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Just a great dining experience in every department! Situated in the pedestrian area of Old Fore Street, Sidmouth, The Loft, as youʼd imagine is situated upstairs and has a laid back, friendly feel to it, probably not least because of proprietors John and Kat who exude friendliness and warmth. The welcomeʼs great and service is eﬃcient and unstuﬀ y. The Loftʼs menu is Mediterranean inspired, simple, and the quality of food really excellent, all made by John. I could swear that thereʼs Italian blood in the family as their Italian dishes are superb,

particularly highly recommended is their Classic Ragu, Crab & Prawn Linguini and their Mushroom Ravioli, all of which are beautifully crafted and delicately ﬂavourful top marks. Of course, if you love puddings, The Loft excels in this department. In many establishments puddings are almost an afterthough, sometimes bought in, otherwise poorly executed, overly sweet, fatty and sickly. I can honesty say I could eat any pudding The Loft throw my way, theyʼre all delicious - light and

Coffee Iced Parfait

Tomato, Onion & Basic Bruschetta

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Crab & Prawn Linguini

Grilled Italian Flatbread with Goats Cheese, red onion and tomato

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Great Italian coffee so important for the end of the meal

satisfying. Great coﬀee to follow also, so important to be able to ﬁnish your meal with a ʻqualityʼ coffee, again the Loft doesnʼt disappoint here. Having eaten in pretty much most of the restaurants in East Devon, Iʼd put the Loft in my top 3 eateries for this region, thatʼs how highly I rate The Loft! If youʼre in Sidmouth, donʼt miss making a visit. An extremely well done to Kat and John - keep up the good work!

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SUMMER BIRDS on DARTMOOR Golden Plover (Pluvialis apricaria)

Dartmoor National Park is the largest upland area in Southern England. For anyone interested in birds, Dartmoor is a special, unique place. Editorial and photography by Andrew Stuthridge

Dartford Warbler (Sylvia undata)

artmoor has a varied Landscape from high moorland, lowland heath and blanket bog to dense woodlands and also numerous river valleys which drain from the moors into the nearby sea.

However, Dartmoor still remains an important area for birds and provides a stronghold for several species such as Skylark, Snipe, Meadow Pipit and Wheatear which are in decline elsewhere in the country.

As a consequence, Dartmoor has a range of habitats holding a diverse population of birds, some of which are at the limit of their range like the rarer species such as the Dunlin, Ring Ouzel and Golden Plover (the latter sadly probably now extinct as a breeding bird on Dartmoor). Other birds are in serious decline such as the Curlew and Lapwing, and this illustrates the fragility of the existence of some of Dartmoor始s avi-fauna.

Many of these birds are easily accessible to the visitor and with a little knowledge and patience, can be easily seen by visitors to the area. As a Naturalist and Wildlife Photographer, I regularly visit Dartmoor and especially love the higher moorland areas especially in spring and summer when the sound of the Cuckoo and the Curlew can still be heard in some areas although sadly not as common as they once

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Naturalist and wildlife photographer Andrew Stuthridge in action. For the camera buffs out there, Andy uses the topend Canon 1D mark IV and mainly Canon 500mm f4 and 100-400 lenses - an abundance of patience is a prerequisite.

were . At this time of year, the moor is alive with birdsong and breeding birds and it's a wonderful time for anyone interested in birds and wildlife to visit the Moor. I will sometimes spend all day walking the moor armed with my camera and binoculars and have become quite familiar with many of Dartmoor's birds. The most common bird on Dartmoor is the Meadow Pipit - the area holds nationally important numbers with about 20,000 pairs. It is a plain brown bird which can often be seen all year around on the moor and on Dartmoor this small bird is the main host species for the Cuckoo, a summer visitor which lays its eggs in other birds nests. The Cuckoo has decreased alarmingly throughout the UK in recent years but fortunately Dartmoor still holds good numbers of this bird and its distinctive, repetitive call, that gives this bird its name , can stilI often be heard on the moor in spring and early summer.

are small trees or bushes that it can utilise as song posts. Sharing a similar moorland habitat to the Yellowhammer is the Stonechat and its cousin the Whinchat. The Stonechat stays with us all year round and again Dartmoor holds nationally signiﬁcant numbers of this lovely bird. The Whinchat is a similar bird in habits to the stonechat and is a summer visitor arriving in April or May to breed in our upland areas.

An exotic looking summer visitor, the Redstart (male)

bird and I always ﬁnd them in good numbers around the fringes of the moor, especially in the area around Haytor and Post Bridge in areas of bracken and gorse where they build their nests and in good years can often rear three broods of youngsters.

lives here all the year around which makes it susceptible to harsh winters which can have a drastic eﬀect on its survival. The male can often be seen singing from the top of a gorse bush before quietly disappearing from sight into the undergrowth.

Both are similar in their habits and these birds require areas of heathland, heather and gorse to raise their young, the nest being well concealed on or near the ground amongst bracken long grass or other dense vegetation. The Stonechat in particular has a distinctive repetitive call which sounds like two pebbles or stones being knocked together and it is this that gives this beautiful bird its name.

The Wheatear is another familiar summer visitor and frequents well grazed areas where there are stone walls and rock-clitter. It is amongst these stony areas that the Wheatear will raise its brood, nesting close to the ground, often under rocks or in stone walls and the adult birds can be quite conspicuous as they flit from stone to stone, keeping a wary eye on intruders into their territory. The male in particular is a dapper bird with its upright stance and blue /grey colouring and this is a relatively common bird on many areas of Dartmoor Another Summer visitor that often nests in trees, stone walls or old buildings is the Redstart and this is a bird that I have regularly come across in a variety of habitats within the National Park. The male in particular is a beautiful and colourful bird and once seen never forgotten. On Dartmoor they are now quite locally common and although essentially a woodland bird, frequenting areas such as Yarner Wood, they can also be found at higher elevations in more open areas wherever there are trees present to use as song posts. Another diminishing bird nationally is the Yellowhammer, a bird familiar to country people by its “little bit of bread and no cheese” song, but fortunately Dartmoor still holds good populations of this lovely colourful

The Cuckoo - now a much rarer bird, although Dartmoor still holds good numbers. The joyous cuckoo.. call is often heard on the moor in spring and early summer. This habitat is also important to a small bird that has spread throughout many areas of Devon in recent years, the Dartford Warbler, which has recently expanded its range across southern Britain. This shy bird can be found in several areas on the Moor and is sedentary so

Other Warblers are summer visitors with a few staying with us to overwinter and the most common on the Moor are the Whitethroat with its repetitive, scratchy song, often sung from cover within gorse or bracken and also the Willow Warbler which frequents open areas wherever there

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Other familiar birds are of course the Skylark which is well known for its beautiful song as it soars higher and higher into the sky singing its little heart out! Signiﬁcantly, Dartmoor holds good numbers of Skylarks because again

Whinchat (male) (Saxicola torquata)

SUMMER BIRDS on DARTMOOR

Meadow Pipit (Anthus pratensis)

this bird has declined drastically in other areas of the country. A summer day on the open moor would not be complete without the song of the Skylark ringing in your ears, a sound that will always lift your spirits and gladden your heart.

Wheatear (male) (Oenanthe oenanthe)

There are several factors that can inﬂuence the success of breeding birds on Dartmoor such as climate change, human disturbance, changes in agriculture and other threats to migratory birds elsewhere in the world. Some of these may seem beyond our immediate control, but all visitors to the moor can play their part in conserving Dartmoorʼs birds so that their future can be secured for future generations to enjoy. Simple precautions can be taken during the bird breeding season from March until August which still allows visitors to enjoy the Moor, but which will help minimise disturbance and harm to birds.

Skylark (Alauda arvensis)

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Curlew (Numenius arquata)

Stonechat (male) (Saxicola torquata)

These include: 1. Keeping to tracks and paths especially in areas of dense heather, clitter and wetlands. 2. Keeping your dogs on a lead. 3. By avoiding young birds on the ground as the adults are normally close by and also by avoiding adult birds that are clearly distressed and excitable as they may have a nest nearby. By thinking about what we are doing when on the moor we can all hopefully have an inďŹ&#x201A;uence in securing a bright future for the birds of Dartmoor, so that we can maintain the national signiďŹ cance of the last wilderness area in Southern England. Andy Stuthridge -----------------------------------------------Editor I'm sure you'll agree that Andy's exquisite photos really highlight that Dartmoor has more than just ponies and tors, there's important and precious habitat that deserves our full protection for the future. Many thanks to Andy, I'm sure you'll agree he's a bird photographer par excellence! Andy's images can be seen at: www. andystuthridgenatureimages.co.uk

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47 Yellowhammer singing (male) (Emberiza citrinella)

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Interior designer Susan Folwell of Devon based design studio Artisans and Artists highlights some of the fabric, wall covering and furnishing offerings for 2015

AT THE INTERNATIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN SHOWS earlier in the year the animal kingdom, the oceans and the 70's collided to present an exciting oﬀering of fabrics, wall coverings and furnishings. Fresh takes on classic designs alongside innovative new materials and patterns made for a seductive oﬀering, making our job of editing in order to carefully add to our palette for client projects ever more important.

Lounger fabric and wallpaper both from Zinc's Nightclubbing collection.

Maasai Necklace - image by Emmy Award winning photographer Toby Strong (POA The North Street Gallery, Ashburton). Antique sofa (covered in Pantanal from Osborne and Little's Keshi Velvets collection - £120 per metre) teamed with vintage rattan screen, a cowhide rug and marble topped antique table.

A Walk on the Wild Side Animal inspired designs and a glamorous "Out of Africa" vibe resulted in new and exciting fabrics and wallpapers working their way into our ever growing library, including Osborne and Little's Keshi Velvets and Pasha Wallpapers and the Chimeres and Cosmopolitan collections from Nobolis. Ocelot and leopard print velvets work beautifully on antique or modern pieces and sit well alongside rattan screens, marble or stone decorative objects, powerful photographic images and cowhide rugs for a tactile, striking and timeless look. The natural beauty of fossilised wood combined with the elegance of classic inspired patterns, such as Agate, Utopie and Diamond from Nobilis, make working a restrained colour palette very appealing, the result is restful and elegant. Dar Es Salam wallpaper from Nobilis conjures up an exotic jungle and elephants landscape, inviting you to a spot of armchair travel (see circle). 48

Left - Fossilised wood side tables / stools (POA Artisans and Artists), curtains in Diamond (£161.50 per metre) and cushions in Utopie (£211 per metre), both from the Chimeres collection by Nobilis. Right - Curved sofa (covered in Agate fabric from Nobilis - £134.50 per metre), side table with fossilised wood top on a brass base.

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Some of the world's most legendary clubs where the great and good partied and relaxed are the inspiration for Justin Marr, designer at Zinc Textile, for his new Nightclubbing and 1973 collections. Ever the masters of technology and design, Zinc have produced these exciting new collections showcasing sleek snakeskin foiled onto wool, digitally printed velvets, textural fringe sheers and faux silks - an intoxicating mix of bold designs presented in a neutral palette with bursts of electric blue and deep purple. The 1970's love affair continues in furnishings, lighting and art, presenting an exciting mix of materials and shapes to play with in order to create often simple, but always glamorous, interiors. Left - Brass and antiqued mirror glass side table (POA at Artisans and Artists).

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But here’s the thing... Agatha Christie and the potato mystery MENTION OF SIR WALTER RALEIGH in our last issue and the suggestion that he was responsible for triggering the behaviour of generations of chip-scavenging Devon seagulls by introducing potatoes into this country, prompted a reader to remind us that he was also amongst the first to bring tobacco to England, via Devon. First bales were landed at Bideford but it was in Dartmouth where he and his half-brother, Sir Humphrey Gilbert had a warehouse full of the stuff.

Carry on - scrumping ACCORDING TO THE GOOD BOOK, Eve was the world’s first scrumper, which documented act had both she and her husband, Adam, evicted from the Garden of Eden. But were they remorseful? Not according to Sir Harold Boulton, the man who penned the lyrics of that family favourite of the Light Programme in the days of Wireless, Devon, Glorious Devon. His suggestion is that they may have simply shrugged it off and moved on: When Adam and Eve were dispossessed of the garden, hard by Heaven, they planted another one down in the West - ‘twas Devon, ‘Twas Devon, glorious Devon! Here, Eve grew more apples and Adam turned them into what the West Country has ever since called scrumpy. So you would be forgiven for thinking that the word scrumpy and in turn scrumping (from the verb to scrump) share a common stem. Not so, says the Oxford English Dictionary which defines scrumping as “being the theft of apples from a tree” whilst scholars of Olde English state that scrumpy derives from a word meaning “withered”or “wrinkled.” And before anyone writes in, “scrumptious” only dates from the 19th century and is simply a twist on “sumptuous”, okay? But whilst we’re on the subject, Devon has given etymologists a couple of new phrases forged over the centuries by us down yere. They describes those who, likely as not, ‘as over-embibed. These be “proper scrumped” and “half-scrumped”. Pass they jugs, Evie, do.

West Country or Westcountry? WITHOUT WISHING TO STATE what Basil Faulty might call ‘the bloomin’ obvious’ (or something like that) we live in the West Country. Note, two words.

Take a river trip down the Dart to Agatha Christie’s mansion, Greenway (formerly Sir Humphrey’s home) and the man who drives the boat will point out the site of the warehouse on the opposite bank. This, he says, is where Walter had a bucket of water thrown over him whilst smoking, by a servant, who thought he was on fire. Agatha Christie on the other hand, who was born in Torquay, never smoked. A nurse during the Great War (when the public was encouraged to send troops cigarettes because they needed “tobacco as much as bullets”) she felt obliged to apologise, in an interview, for not embracing the weed. She had tried many times, she said, but just could not like it. Good girl, But as for potatoes: in 1940, she was asked to contribute to one of the earliest celebrity cookbooks, A Kitchen Goes to War: recipes included ‘Sir Kenneth Clark’s Ham Roll Salad’, a recipe from music hall star Jack Warner called ‘Cheese and Chutney Crackers’ and ‘Agatha Christie’s Mystery Potatoes’.

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RETURN OF THE GOOD STEWARDS Paul Arnott of the independent EAST DEVON ALLIANCE hopes for change at the crucial district elections.

y ﬁrst published book about ﬁfteen years ago concerned a subject with a very boring name - adoption - with

its potentially dull backdrop of social services and ﬁling cabinets. The only way to animate it was by my personal story. I did not know until my mid-thirties that I had been illegitimately conceived in 1961 by a scared young Irish couple in London, who later went on to marry in Dublin and have four more children, my full-blood siblings. I was a devoted Englishman who it transpired had ﬂesh and blood from County Carlow.

“presumption in favour of development”. It was game on for many well-placed councillors. The only protection against ill-conceived building in the wrong places (key agricultural land) for the wrong people (we need low-cost housing, not executive homes) was for a district to have an adopted (that boring word, again) Local Plan in place.

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and villages former factories or farmyards which are ideally located for brownfield development, many derelict for years. Why isnʼt the District Council making a united effort to build on these? Is it because this would reduce the need to build on the greenfield locations owned or agented by councillorsʼ pals, who have long favoured decisions

Now here is another boring word - planning. How to persuade a reader that at its dark heart may be the seedbed for the rebirth of our moribund national democracy? It has to be me again, for which I apologise. I was diagnosed with leukaemia four years ago, had a bone marrow transplant three years ago, am fully recovered and should be doing something quiet and nurturing with this reborn life - learning to paint, taking up the harp etc. Instead I ﬁnd myself chairman of a movement called the East Devon Alliance, which is supporting a network of Independent candidates to ﬁght the majority of ward seats in the district election happening on the same day as those for Parliament.

Campaigners and Candidates plant their banner at District HQ, Knowle, Sidmouth It is the biggest Independent effort in British electoral history, more than 40 individual, plucky By extraordinary chance, East Devon District to be made in skittle alleys, lodges and clubs. people who have decided they cannot trust our Council has managed its affairs in such a way that We are now at the eleventh hour. I emerged from beloved environment to the whims of a one-party after an unopposed four year term of office, in a council dominated by pals of developers any longer. five months incarceration in a sterile, isolated relatively simple area to deal with, it has no such They have realised, in supposedly sleepy East Devon, Local Plan at all. Naked in the conference chamber. hospital room to recuperate not in the pollution that democracy can only be revived by entirely Instead, as in the Ireland of my genetic forebears, and tarmac of the London where I was born, but changing the guard. Indeed, perhaps the valleys and hills of the county I love, in this roots-up path may be found the the landscape which sustains our two Why isn t the District Council making a united effort eventual route to national reform? essential industries of agriculture and to build on brownfield sites - It s because this would tourism. I, and my fellow Independents, reduce the need to build on the greenfield locations When I first fell amongst these lovely cherish and understand the meaning of people, their horror stories from about stewardship - that we are but passing owned or agented by councillors pals, who have twenty towns and villages were of a through. And if we can take back the long favoured decisions to be made in skittle alleys, piece with my experience before being reins of our afflicted district from the lodges and clubs. ill, making J.K Rowlingʼs A Casual Vacancy one-party group who now have hold, it seem like a Year One show-and-tell project. is not too late for East Devon to become To all of us, it was now beyond doubt that many there is a rush for rezoning arable for industrial governed not as the land for robber barons but for dominant parish, town and district councillors (and estates, and a gross over-inflation of need at the a new era of stewards protecting democracy and sometimes clerks) mainly sought office to grease upper end of the housing market. environment alike. the wheels for planning consents for their allies. Dysfunction was endemic in even the loveliest Of equal concern, there communities. Rigged agendas, bullying in meetings, is no positive vision and fixed minutes, were all product of the ugly either. Nimbys is the stale elephant in too many civic rooms. acronym thrown at the likes of us. This is unjust. In 2011, the coalition government, announced All of us have identified www.eastdevonalliance.org.uk that in Planning the mantra would now be a adjacent to our towns

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Did you used to collect stamps?

n late '50s and much of the 1960s a treat for many youngsters was a trip to "Saturday morning pictures". Nobody didn't complain most of what they saw up on the screen was in black and white. So perhaps surprisingly some discovered a diﬀerent world in a local Woolworth store nearby in city or town where see-through packets oﬀered "Fifty Foreign Stamps For Sixpence". And these were in colour. If you can remember those Saturday cinema shows you're the folk Devon stamp clubs are aiming for you in 2015. Even better if you bought those Woolworth packs, perhaps for years, West of England Philatelic Society (WESSEX) suggests now is the time to return to the hobby.

An activity pursued in one's spare time for pleasure or relaxation, says a dictionary defi ning 'hobby'. For men and women now having more 'spare time' but fi nding age an eventual handicap on the golf course or any other field of sport, stamp collecting is the perfect answer. Devon currently has 11

stamp clubs still running but all are seeking new members. They offer friendship and fun philately. You may have dabbled with collecting for four or five or even longer before closing your albums. Why not contact your nearest club - most local libraries list interests in their area -- pop along see modern philately is all about today. Did you concent rate on GB, Commonwealth, perhaps Australia or maybe USA when you first tried philately? All are still high on favourite list. But something new has appeared too -- thematic collecting. Find something you're interested in ... animals, birds, railways, ships, sport, for example ... and don't worry about which country a stamp comes from. The pictures take over the album page with few words needed to tell your story. Don't worry about the cost of getting stamps today. You buy what you can afford. Yes things have changed since Queen Victoria ruled the post.

WESSEX FEDERATION CLUBS In 1876 a small group of collectors, mostly military men, formed Devon's first stamps organisation. It is thought the first provincial stamp society in the UK. Apart from two world wars, it still continues as Plymouth Philatelic Society. They meets once a month with approximately 25-30 members attending. Dereck Ashton is secretary and member Sally Ellam secretary to the Federation. To add to the Plymouth story, it was the birthplace of Stanley Gibbons, the man who spread the word and interest in stamp collecting throughout the world. And his catalogues are renowned and used by everyone around the world. OTHER GROUPS: • Bideford Stamp Club: Secretary Mrs Val Robbins • Brixham Stamp Club: Sec. Tony Key. • Dartmouth Stamp Club: Sec. Mrs Debbie Morris. • Dawlish Stamp Club: Sec. Jim Wigmore. • Exmouth Stamp Club: Sec. Jeff Gregory.

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Mid Devon Philatelic Society: Sec. Dave Evans. Sidmouth & Honiton Stamp Club: Sec.Jill Prideaux. Taw & Teignbridge Stamp Club: Sec. Andrew Austen. Torquay & Teinbridge Stamp Club: Sec. Mike Dimmock.

Also in the WESSEX FEDERATION are: • Launceston Stamp Club: Sec. Mrs E. Sandercock. • Liskeard & District Stamp Club: Sec.John Harrison. • Minehead & Distric Stamp Club: Sec. J. Bayley. A WESSEX Bulletin regularly presents philatelic features and a "What's On In Devon, Cornwall and Somerset". A similar Bulletin, WETS, is for thematic collectors. Long-time stalwart of WESSEX, Mrs Mary Claydon from Tiverton, is its' President. Mr Dave Evans from Buckfastleigh is Federation Chairman, with Sally Ellam secretary and Carol Turner treasurer. Still interested in 'signing up' with your local club call WESSEX vice-chairman Tony Smith (right) 01404 46358 for more information.

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HORRENDOUS MURDER AT BABBACOMBE as reported by the top-selling ‘penny dreadful’ of the Victorian age, The Illustrated Police News. It always contrived to splash a murder or two on its front page - the gorier the better - as in the case of John ‘Babbacombe’ Lee, soon to be known internationally as “The Man They Couldn’t Hang,” whose story we recount overleaf…

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JOHN BABBACOMBE LEE was probably not guilty of the murder of his employer, Emma Keyse at her home in Babbacombe on 15th November 1884.

he evidence against him was weak and circumstantial but with a previous criminal record for robbery and Lee apparently - the only man in the house at the time of the horrendous killing, the jury at his trial at The Guildhall, Exeter found him guilty and he was sentenced to be hanged by the neck until dead .

Yet he continued to profess his innocence all the way to the gallows. But as events unfolded on that grey morning of 23rd February, 1885, with hundreds of people standing in the cold outside Exeter Prison waiting for the oﬃcial notice of his execution to be pinned to the door, Lee was about to escape death at the hangman s noose and take his place in British criminal history as the man they couldn t hang . For in spite of three attempts by the vastly experienced public executioner, James Berry, the

trapdoor beneath Lee s feet failed to open, not once, nor twice but three times. Lee walked back to his cell where he told the priest that he had dreamt all of this the night before and knew that he would be spared death. Victorian society was rocked by the news and his escape from the very jaws of death was held up as proof, provided by Providence of his innocence. Subsequently Lee s sentence would be reduced to life imprisonment - and eventually, after 22 years of appeals - freedom.

The Convicted John Henry George Lee was born in Abbotskerswell in 1864, and put out to work by his father when he was 15. He found a job as a servant at The Glen , the large house of a Miss Emma Keyse, in Babbacombe

JAMES BERRY was born in 1852, in Yorkshire. He was married and had six children three of whom died when they were young. He became a policeman in his early 20s but after eight years he left the force and became a shoe salesman, the better to support his family. Having met the public executioner during his police days he was persuaded to apply for and got the job of public executioner, chosen from some 1,400 applicants.

~ THE HANGMAN ~

He was 32 years old and over the next eight years he hanged 131 people, including ﬁve women. He was paid £10 per hanging plus expenses, second class rail and cab fares and hotel,

an execution in a country town he took his rod and basket, and took half a day to ﬁsh before or after the execution. At home he kept rabbits and ﬂew pigeons.

He was by all accounts a quiet and contemplative man his favourite occupations being ﬁshing and otter hunting, Frequently when going to

before he left suddenly to join the Navy at Plymouth - to his father s anger, his mother s distress and Miss Keyse s sad regret. Invalided out with pneumonia at 18 he became a footman in Babbacombe, but shortly after was arrested and jailed for robbing an employer. On release however he was re-instated by Miss Keyse as a general handyman. Two elderly servants also lived at the Glen, sisters Eliza and Jane Neck, and Elizabeth Harris, Lee s step-sister. He slept in the pantry, the rest of the household upstairs. During the night of Saturday, 15th November 1884, someone started a ﬁ re at the house and panic ensued. Miss Keyse was not in her bedroom but was found by Lee in the smokeﬁlled dining room but only after he had smashed a window with his elbow to clear the smoke, cutting his arm in the process. In evidence

played upon his conscience and his health He resigned his post in 1892, aged 40 and published his memoirs My Experiences as an Executioner

and loaned the rope that had been used in the attempted hanging of Lee to the Chamber of Horrors exhibit at Madame Tussaud s in London.

But the onerous duty of his job began to tell on him and he conﬁded in close friends that at least six of the people he had hanged he believed to be innocent, this belief

According to some accounts he became subject to nightmares and turned to alcohol, touring pubs in Yorkshire and giving talks. Following a complete nervous breakdown he became a committed Christian and in 1894 became an Evangelist preacher at the Bowland Street Mission in Bradford. He was a strong campaigner against capital punishment up until his death. He died on 21st October 1913 at Bolton, near York, aged 61.

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he later said what he saw as he turned, My poor dear mistress lying on the carpet - a ghastly sight. I can still see her eyes staring out from the hair which had fallen about her face. I can still see her hands. They were blue and claw-like, drawn up in convulsions of death. Miss Keyse s throat had been cut and her head savagely mutilated with an a xe or some such instrument. Oil had been poured over her body and an attempt made to burn it. Lee helped the police carry the body from the house before he was apprehended on suspicion of murder. They had found a knife in Lee s sleeping area that he could not explain. This, together with the cut on Lee s arm and blood on a trouser leg - this in an age when forensic science had still to be developed - were suﬃcient for Lee being arrested and sent for trial.

My Method of Execution

Berry was a perfectionist and meticulous in his preparation for an execution - which his memoir shows - something that made the failure of the trap to work in Lee s case even more of a mystery. These are Berry s own words:

The Drop

It is, of course, necessary that the drop should be of suﬃcient length to cause instantaneous death, that is to say, to cause death by dislocation rather than by strangulation. Generally seven to ten feet.

The Rope

The one I use is made of the ﬁ nest Italian hemp, I adjust it just behind

the left ear. This position has distinct advantages and is the best calculated to cause instantaneous and painless death,. Before using it I thoroughly test it with bags of cement of about the weight of the condemned person. The rope is thirteen feet long.

As soon as the pinioning is done, a procession is formed, generally in the following order: Chief Warder, four Warders, Chaplain, Convict, Executioner, Principal Warder, two further Warders, Governor and Sheriﬀ, Wand Bearer, Gaol Surgeon and Attendant.

Pinioning Straps

On the way from the cell to the scaffold the chaplain reads the service for the burial of the dead, and as the procession moves I place the white cap upon the head of the convict. Just as we reach the scaffold I pull the cap over his eyes. Then I place the convict under the beam, pinion the legs just below the knees, with a strap similar to the one used for the elbows, adjust the rope, pull the bolt and the trap falls. Death is instantaneous, but the body is left hanging for an hour, and is then lowered into a coffi n, made in the prison, and carried to the mortuary to await the inquest. The inquest usually takes place at ten o'clock, but in some few places it is held at noon. After the inquest the body is surrounded by quick-lime and buried in the prison grounds.

A broad leathern (sic) body-belt is clasped round the convict's waist, and to this the arm-straps are fastened. Two straps, an inch and a half wide, with strong steel buckles, clasp the elbows and fasten them to the body-belt, while another strap of the same strength goes round the wrists, and is fastened into the body-belt in front. The legs are pinioned by means of a single two- inch strap below the knees. The rest of the apparatus consists of a white cap, shaped somewhat like a bag, which pulls down over the eyes of the criminal to prevent his seeing the ﬁ nal preparations.

The Scaffold

The essential parts are few. There is a heavy cross-beam, into which bolts terminating in hooks (for the ropes) are fastened. Its ends are let into the walls of the scaffold house. The scaffold proper, or trap, or drop, as it is variously called, is the portion of the structure to which most importance is attached. It consists of two massive oaken doors, fi xed in an oak frame-work on a level with the floor, and over a deep bricked pit. The fi rst door is hung on three strong hinges, which are continued under the second. When the trap is set the ends of these long hinges rest on a draw-bar. When the lever is pulled over it moves the draw-bar in the opposite direction, so that the ends of the long hinges drop through the openings and the two doors fall.

The Proceedings

After the execution is over the fact that the sentence of the law has been carried out is announced to the public by a notice ﬁ xed to the door of the prison.

So what went wrong at Exeter Prison?

When the noose was adjusted I stood back and pulled over the lever. The noise of the bolts sliding could be plainly heard, but the doors did not fall. I stamped on the drop, to shake it loose, and so did some of the warders, but none of our eﬀorts could stir it. Lee stood like a statue, making no sound or sign. As soon as we found our eﬀorts useless we led the condemned man away. We tried the doors, which fell easily; then Lee was placed in position again, and again the doors refused to fall. Lee was led away, the doors tested for the third time (after wood was planed from the edges of both doors) - but again, to no avail. At the time various theories were advanced for the failure of the workings, most popular being that it was caused by the doors being swollen with the rain which fell on the Sunday night.

Berry concluded, That this was

not the cause is proved, ﬁ rstly, by

the fact that the doors fell all right when the weight of the prisoner was not on them, and secondly, by the fact that they would not fall with the prisoner on them, even when we had chopped and planed down the sides where it was supposed that they stuck .

What then of Lee?

John Lee served 22 years in prison, and was released in 1907 in a ﬂurry of newspaper reports and magazine articles and began his reintroduction into society by being photographed shaking hands with the vicar of Abbotskerswell.

Berry produced this preliminary report for the authorities:

The hour fi xed for executions is 8.00 a.m. The scaffold and rope are arranged, and the drop decided, beforehand. I calculate for three minutes to be occupied from the time of entering the condemned cell to the fi nish of life's great tragedy for the doomed man, so I enter the cell punctually at three minutes to eight.

Eight o'clock on Monday, February 23rd, 1885, was the time fi xed for his execution. The scaffold and its arrangements had not been used for a previous execution, in their then position, though the drop had been used once, for the execution of Mrs. Took, but it was then fi xed in another place.

The chaplain is already there, and has been for some time, also the two attendants, who have watched through the convict s last nights on earth are also present. At my appearance the convict takes leave of his attendants, to whom he generally gives some little token or keepsake, and I at once proceed to pinion his arms.

On the Saturday I examined this drop, and reported that it was much too frail for its purpose, but I worked the lever and found that the doors dropped all right. On the Monday morning, at the appointed time, I brought out the prisoner in the usual way, pinioned him and adjusted the noose. He was perfectly calm, almost indiﬀerent.

After a couple of changes of his ﬁrst name - coincidentally perhaps to that of the man who tried to hang him - John Lee was buried in Milwaukee under the name James Lee, having died of a heart attack in 1945, aged 80 years.

There began a small industry devoted to the production of articles, pamphlets, books and later, plays, ﬁ lms and nowadays websites, devoted to mulling over the evidence and theorizing over what might have been. He toured pubs and public halls recounting his story. A play was written about him and subsequently two ﬁlms were produced under the title The Man They Could Not Hang. He married a girl from Newton Abbot in 1909 but later abandoned her. In their book"The Man They Could Not Hang", extensive detective work by the authors, Mike Holgate and Ian David Waugh have uncovered the fact that he left Britain in 1911 bound for a new life in America, where, during the Depression, he found employment as a shipping clerk for a trucking company.

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So who did murder Emma Keyse? TURN BACK THE PAGES to the beginning of this story. Look at the man pictured second from the left at the top of the front cover of The Illustrated Police News, where the artist may have inadvertently captured the likeness of the true killer. Reginald Gwynne Templar was a young solicitor who stepped forward - unasked and unexpectedly - on the morning of the discovery of the body and oﬀered to act as the defence for Lee. There is speculation that he was the lover of Elizabeth Harris, the cook, and was, according to Lee at least, present in the house on the night of the murder. Two days into the trial however. Templar was taken ill and died in December 1886 from paralysis of the insane - a polite medical euphemism used at the time for a condition associated with tertiary syphilis. Was he the killer and Lee an accomplice - or was Lee, as he always maintained, innocent of the charge? John Fisher

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by Janet East of Yellingham Farm

A month of singles - no not lambs! I cannot believe how busy I have been with single ladies staying at our farm for Bed & Breakfast. Not that there’s a problem with that, but this month they do seemed to have caused me some surprises to say the least. Single lady No. 1 arrived and was so pleasant, apparently en route to a Buddhist retreat where you are able to get away from the world and its problems. Her problem was that she was unable to make a decision, which she clearly admitted to. I didn’t realise how serious it was until she sat at the breakfast table with two other couples and went to pieces, cupping her head in her hands whilst I recited the morning menu. Within seconds of me explaining the wonderful dishes available she asked to be excused, donned her coat and wellies and announced to all that she was going to go for a walk down to our river in order to try and make a decision about what starter and main course she wanted for breakfast. To say that there were a few open mouths at the table was an understatement. I am pleased to report that she returned some 20 minutes later with melon as her choice of starter and just toast after that! I often wonder how she got on at the retreat and hope it was a success. Single lady No. 2 followed a week later and yet again I had two other couples staying. Breakfast does seem to be the place and time where my single ladies expand on their unique characters. After taking the order I was just making my way back to the kitchen when in a very loud, unexpected burst of enthusiasm, my lady guest asked me to just pause a moment as she has something quite important to say. Total silence surrounded the dining room table as lady No. 2 took out a bunch of keys from her handbag, held them up for all to see and announced in no uncertain terms that she had a unique skill. The room was totally silent and with no one daring to speak, she announced that when the English breakfasts arrived at the table she would be able to tell whether the food was fresh or not. I was dumbstruck and rooted to the floor. Still no one spoke as she had yet to explain how her keys would determine if my cooked breakfasts included fresh ingredients.

“When my breakfast arrives I will place my keys over the plate and if they rotate to the left the food is fresh, if they rotate to the right I will have to return my meal”.

“Well I assume it is in a cage and if that is the case, I see no reason why not”

Clearly I made this single lady very happy, as she waxed lyrical about her travelling companion who had been her soul mate for the past 20 years.

My sons were uncontrollable as the day Surely the lady was stark raving mad. I hasten of her stay loomed. The parrot was huge, to add that I was not alone in my thinking as yet beautiful and talked more than I do! one of the gentlemen announced boldly that Pleasantries were exchanged and all was well. he was a lecturer in physics at Cambridge About 6 o’clock there was a tap on the kitchen University and had yet to come across such an door and it was my guest who explained that interesting theory. This welcome comment, she was popping out for an hour or so and which certainly broke the ice, was followed promptly handed me a piece of paper with a swift ly by my other guest announcing that he mobile number on it. was a Chemical Engineer working for a multi national organisation and was also somewhat intrigued with the “key theory”. You can “This is my mobile number... you see it is just in imagine what Edward said when I passed on case the parrot needs me so you can contact me this interesting information! The breakfasts straight away”. What did she just say? Surely were cooked as normal using fresh ingredients, not. as always. Even though there was no way the keys were going to rotate clockwise, I was With that, she rushed out of the door giving stupidly nervous. Whatever next! You could me no time at all to ask how the parrot would have cut the atmosphere in the dining room communicate with me if he wanted me to ring with a knife; it was so full of anticipation and her. As she flew out of the farm gates, she disbelief. As I carefully placed the breakfasts wound down her car window and shouted on the table, the show began. The keys were that he should be fine as he was watching his raised over the really delicious looking cooked favourite television programme. She was gone. breakfast... which way would they go? My lady guest smiled as the keys stated to rotate in At top speed, the boys and I sprinted upstairs an anti clockwise direction. Was she serious and peeked through the open door to see or fooling us all? Rapturous applause followed the parrot sat on his perch nodding away, and my guest clearly enjoyed being the centre peacefully watching Eastenders. of attention. Needless to say breakfast was enjoyed by all, but neither of my scientific The mobile number was not needed. Surely guests dared delve into the “key theory”. single lady No. 3 wasn’t serious? As single lady No. 3 discussed the possibility of single occupancy on the phone with me, I wondered whether I would yet again have a surprise guest about to arrive into my life.

I haven’t smiled so much or been short of words for so long in one month - keep those single ladies coming!

“Well you see I do want single occupancy, but I do have a companion”.

Not sure what an earth she meant, I did think the worst… what sort of companion, male, female, dog, cat? “Mrs East, I was just wondering whether or not you accept parrots in the room?”

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the same place and the panel depth beneath the ‘D’ ring can vary hugely. The ‘D’ to ‘D’ measurement also has nothing to do with the tree width, it is merely the distance between two attachments present for the carrying of hip flasks and something that means nothing to the horse. There are also numerous other factors that need to be considered other than the width but that’s a whole other article. Or ten!

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hich is a silly title because all cats have character in spades but not all of them get a chance to express it. They say that dogs have owners but cats have staff. Dogs love to learn tricks to please us and thrive on routine, whereas cats exhibit hauteur, which just means they look down their noses at the world. I well remember two dogs having a great game with a ball when a cat passed by. The cat paused, observed, and then went on his way with a look that could only mean contempt for such a childish behaviour.

I knew a cat which exhibited a protective instinct towards a younger cat in the household. The older cat was out in the garden and the younger was in the house when they received a visit from a Labrador puppy, exuberance personified, and the pup started to play roughly with the kitten. Suddenly the elder cat came rushing in from the garden and beat up the Labrador as only a cat can. The same cat embarrassed his owners when they were visiting neighbours. They were all sitting in the kitchen

drinking coffee when this cat strolled in, cleared up the resident cat’s food and then walked upstairs to sleep on the bed. Their hosts said, “He often does that. We don’t know where he comes from”. His owners, to their everlasting shame, said not a word. Is this starting to give an idea of the character of cats? Now I know that in Rome there are vast number of feral cats, but I also noticed that in many of the Italian coastal towns there were numbers of well fed well groomed cats lying in the sun, and they knew they owned the place and mere people had to walk around them. On the other hand I knew a ginger cat who always slept with his owner’s chicken. During the day he claimed his place in the household, when he wasn’t catching rats or rabbits from dusk to dawn he had his bed (and food) in the henhouse, and woe betide any marauding rat that strayed into his domain. So you see they are adaptable.

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now, at the first sign of danger, his fur will stand on end to make him look bigger to his foe. So the cynics may be right; we must not read too much into simple reflexes but what about these two examples? A small dog visited a house where there lived a ginger cat. As the dog entered the kitchen by the back door she veered around the corner and without hesitation hoovered up all the cat’s food. She knew her way around. The cat sat on it’s favourite chair and watched, inscrutably you might say. But later that evening when everyone was in the lounge and the dog was shut in the kitchen, she was a bit boisterous in company you see, the cat quietly slipped through the serving hatch into the kitchen and beat the daylights out of her as only a cat can. All vets quietly do a lot of charity work by in taking in stray animals. In my Plymouth surgery we had a tom cat, called Tom, who became our surgery mascot. Mind you we soon neutered him. If you have ever tried to coexist with an entire tom you will know why. His great delight was to sit in the office during surgery time and watch the hammers of the old fashioned typewriter. If a dog made a great fuss whilst being treated he would run across the desk top and wait for it to come out of the consulting room. Then, taking advantage of his superior height on the desk, he would cuff him about the ears as if to say “Don’t make that noise in my place”. He eventually found a lovely home and lived to a contented old age. - K. Watson

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WEP (also known as The Pony Sanctuary) was formed in 1996 by volunteers, and started employing staff in 2009. We are the only charity that rescues ponies from the Moor when they find themselves in desperate plight. Once rescued they are bought into our rehabilitation yard and worked on until they are happy to be handled by people including professionals such as the vet, farrier and dentist. The charity then tries to match them with a home. The ponies go out on a loan basis. We hope to find them forever homes but we understand that people’s circumstances can change so a loan gives peace of mind that they can always come back into our care.

Overall we have rescued 413 ponies across Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor. In February 2011 we received reports of emaciated, dying and dead ponies on Bodmin’s East Moor. Amongst the ponies were Megan and her foal, who we later named Heston. After a long legal process Megan and Heston were brought into our rehabilitation yard so that we could begin the process of helping them gain weight and to slowly bring them around to trust humans. She was covered in kick and bite wounds and was extremely angry, she would bite anyone that came near her. Heston had an umbilical cord hernia which the vet managed to treat successfully. Megan then began to gain weight and condition rapidly and slowly come around to human contact. Heston was weaned and halter broken successfully and has found a fantastic new home. Megan also had her happy ending living with a field mate and loving new owners.

Aura was traumatised when she was first brought in

Ten years ago the charity was approached by a man who owned a company that offered direct mail fundraising for charities, at first all went very well and the funds were a great

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Crucially SWEP had started to build a New Yard, desperately needed for the Megan with her foal, Heston, before ponies. Now the funds have lifesaving rehabilitation dried up we have had to use our building fund to survive and this is running out very fast. It costs SWEP £15,000 per month to continue then started to lose her coat and within the crucial work that we all do. a matter of weeks was completely bald. Aura came in with two other ponies we had been asked to take in from Eastmoor in Cornwall. She was deemed to be emaciated and would be shot. We believe she had been abandoned as she is not your average Bodmin Moor pony.

With love and care from our yard team Aura's coat has now grown back and she can now be handled and loves a fuss. She only has a short while left at our rehabilitation yard before she will be ready to find her forever home.

It is believed that Aura witnessed her entire herd being shot and she somehow escaped the same fate. She was completely traumatised when we turned up to load her onto our lorry.

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