WOODBURY NEWS
AUGUST 2017
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AUGUST 2017 EDITORIAL
Recent editions of Woodbury News have contained letters and articles drawing attention to two major problems relating to traffic in Woodbury, namely inconsiderate parking and the ignoring of speed restrictions (and in this regard, please see the letter on p.30). A third, increasingly worrying, issue is that of congestion. Let us take the example of Castle Lane and the fork junction with Town Lane. At the school end of Castle Lane, the road narrows to one lane (given that residents of the cottages opposite need to park their cars on the road). Oncoming traffic, including heavy lorries, large vans and towing vehicles, either turning up into Castle Lane from Town Lane, or turning down into Town Lane from Castle Lane, cannot see round the corner. Add to this the school drop-off/pick-up congestion, and this junction is a hazard. Thirty years ago Castle Lane was a quiet country road, where cows on their way to be milked took precedence over cars. Extensions to village building boundaries have allowed three new housing complexes and a large caravan/ holiday park (not forgetting the expansion of a second caravan/holiday park further up the Lane). Castle Lane is now a busy thoroughfare with speeding cars and motorbikes; the cows wander the lane no longer; and the school has doubled, or even trebled, in size. Development is all well and good, of course, and makes the village a thriving community. But the lack of adequate public transport makes it likely that every family in the housing complexes needs at least one car; the leisure industry encourages ownership of caravans and motorhomes; many parents bring their children to school and school-associated activities in cars – often large 7-seaters or 4-wheel-drive vehicles. Might a short one-way system at the school end of Castle Lane help to alleviate the hazards caused by the increasing congestion here? We were struck by a press comment following the Grenfell Tower disaster: it took that shocking fire, claiming as it did so many lives, to awaken the nation to the unsafe state of other public housing across the country. We do not wish to face a similar wake-up call in regard to traffic speed and congestion in Woodbury.
OUR COVER PHOTO by Katharine Wheeler shows Titanic, the winner of the Woodbury Salterton Wheelbarrow Challenge (see page 20). WOODBURY NEWS is available online via Facebook and Twitter.
4 ST SWITHUN’S CHURCH, WOODBURY Vicar: Reverend Karen Spray. Tel: 01392 877400 email: church@Revdkaren.org.uk Associate Minister: Reverend Sid Humphries. Tel:01395 274512 email: revsidh@gmail.com USUAL SUNDAY SERVICES 1st Sunday: 11.15 All Age Holy Communion. 2nd Sunday: 11.15 Holy Communion. 3rd Sunday: 11.15 Holy Communion, 18.30 Evensong. 4th Sunday: 08.00 CW Holy Communion (Said), 11.15 Morning Worship. Morning Prayer Mondays at 09.15. NEWS AND EVENTS Weekly Lych Gate Stalls, Saturdays 09.30-11.00. Woodbury PCC Monthly Draw - Draw made at the Charity Coffee Morning 3rd Tuesday each month. Prize every month ranging from £25 to £500. Details from Ken Crundwell 01395 232826. FLOODLIGHTING ST SWITHUN’S CHURCH (dusk until 23.00) For your special event, contact Mike Jeans 01395 232544, or see the details and book it online at our website: www.whitecrossdevon.org.uk/ woodbury-with-exton/flood lighting-form.php. Floodlight dedications will be displayed on the church noticeboard at the lych gate. CHURCH ALTAR FLOWERS - AUGUST 6 - Mrs J Hodge. 13 and 20 - Mrs B Hill. 27 - Mrs C Keep. Many thanks to everyone who helped to decorate church for St Swithun's Festival. Digest available in church or from website www.white crossdevon.org.uk. IN MEMORIAM Private Charles Harris, 2nd Battalion Devonshire Regiment Killed in action 1 Aug 1917 at Ypres, aged 21 Lance Corporal Reginald J Milford, 129th Field Company RE Died of wounds in France on 31 Aug 1917, aged 27 Private Reginald William Symes, 8th Battalion (Prince Albert’s) Somerset Light Infantry Killed in action at Passchendaele on 4 Oct 1917, aged 30 Private Job Searle Davey, 8th Battalion Devonshire Regiment Killed in action at Passchendaele on 20 Oct 1917, aged 34
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6 WOODBURY 10K FUN RUN - SUNDAY 17 SEPTEMBER Christ Church Woodbury is partnering with The Maltsters Arms and Moshulu shoes to sponsor this year’s Woodbury Fun Run so that 100% of the proceeds will go to support Christian Aid’s East Africa Crisis Appeal. So why have they chosen this particular charity? 16 million people across South Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia urgently need food. People are dying daily from hunger and malnutrition across East Africa. This is the worst humanitarian crisis since 1945. In Somalia alone, over 360,000 children under five are extremely malnourished. The situation is deteriorating rapidly and a major catastrophe is unfolding.
In this picture, Mary Aluat’s daughter Manut has had no food for two days and she does not stop crying. The four-year-old is severely malnourished and under-developed for her age. The family have been struggling to find food for the last three months. They currently eat one meagre meal a day. Mary’s husband is a fisherman. ‘For the last two weeks, he has been unsuccessful in his fishing,’ she said. The river is almost exhausted of fish. Mary and her family come from northern Bar el Ghazal, north of South Sudan. The food situation in Bar el Ghazal is classified at an emergency level. This classification means that many households are going for long periods without food, resulting in acute malnutrition and deaths. On this one day in September, we want to come together as a village, have fun and see how much we can raise to help families like Mary’s. To participate in the run, go to www.exmouth-harriers.co.uk and download a registration form or email: sarahb@christchurchwoodury,org.uk. Also, watch out for the Kids’ Mini Fun Run on the same day!
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8 ANNUAL ALLOTMENT PARTY - 2017
The ‘allotmenteers’ turned out in force for their annual ‘bash’ bringing lots of tasty food and drink to celebrate another year of friendship, tending plots and growing lots of lovely vegetables, flowers and fruit. As always there were successes as well as failures, but that’s gardening and no two years are ever the same; what does well one year can turn out to be mystifyingly bad the next. We all try to help each other and share when we have bumper crops, giving to the lych gate when we have plenty. The weather once again was very kind to us for our 7th year of partying and it was good to see lots of children there, who will hopefully be the next generation of gardeners. Gill Newton
9 CHARITY COFFEE MORNING THIRD BIRTHDAY PARTY
Thank you to everyone who came and supported us and thank you to Mike Jeans for being our photographer. The birthday cakes were cut up and given as free going-home presents, though a lot got eaten before people left. A great time was had by all - even the weather smiled on us.
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10 WOODBURY GARDEN CLUB July meeting Ken Crundwell began our meeting by giving the members some useful hints and ideas for displaying fruit, flowers and vegetables at the Annual Show in August. One to remember is that first impressions for the judge are important, so best side facing! Following this, Tony Bennett gave us an interesting insight into WildWoodbury. I wonder how many of us realise that in the trees on the green there are bat boxes, in the community orchard there is a bug hotel and hedgehogs seen within the area are monitored. A great deal is happening within our Parish and it is also being photographed. Tony Bennett is passionate about wildlife. His parents encouraged this passion and it has stayed with him. As a scuba diver he has worked with the Shark Conservation Society and been on many expeditions and campaigns, speaking from a platform of fact and practical experience. He is also channeling a great deal of energy into promoting Wild-Woodbury and he works closely with the Devon Wildlife Trust on many issues. He gave us details of the wrasse campaign (the removal of wrasse in the thousands from our coastline to Scotland to improve the salmon fishing industry) and the beaver project on the River Otter. Devon Wildlife Trust is the lead partner in England’s first licensed beaver re-introduction and monitoring project. With Wild-Woodbury there are four main goals: to improve habitats, for example planting wild flowers and removing invasive and non-native plants and pests; to improve shelter for wildlife, hence the bat boxes and bug hotels; to watch and listen and create a picture of the numbers and distribution of wild plants and animals and discover where help is needed; and lastly, by photographing, walking individually or in groups, to enjoy what is a fantastic place to live in and get other people involved. Bug hotels are available, advice on building bird boxes given, and motiondetecting cameras can be borrowed. If you would like to know more about Wild-Woodbury, bat boxes, bug hotels or bird feeders, email info@wildwoodbury.org.
11 If you are a Facebook subscriber join Wild-Woodbury and share experiences and photographs. The sparrowhawk was photographed by John Hall in his garden and the hedgehog by Mike Jeans on his patio. Please join us during the afternoon of Saturday 5 August, Woodbury Village Hall for our annual Fruit, Flower and Vegetable Show. Viewing from 14.00-16.00. Admission free. Jean Carpenter advises as follows: ‘Remember, the judge will go round the benches in the order of Class, so, if room, put your exhibit at the front facing him as he comes along. If no room at the front, and your plant is small, place it on an upturned pot with the saucer between them. Your Class card must be placed with your name on the underside. Stewards, remember you cannot move an exhibit from front to back or the reverse. You can only move it sideways. If a small plant is at the back you can only move it along to a better place but not exchange it with one at the front. Better to find the exhibitor and advise them find a pot on which stand their exhibit. Garden Club Meeting at the Community Orchard for a bring and share supper Alex Thiemann helped us find the three trees that the club sponsors; members also found their own trees and sampled a few cherries growing on a mature tree. There are now 64 trees planted - apples, pear and plums.
Do email your photos of local people or events to Karen at karensquires100@ gmail.com The editorial team still needs a wider spread of news, particularly about our younger people. What are you all up to? Why don’t YOU write an article or send in a photo? Photos taken with a camera, rather than a mobile phone preferred as they reproduce more clearly on paper.
12 WOODBURY 1ST GUIDES The Guides in Woodbury have been actively enjoying the out-of-doors with their summer programme offering them lots of opportunities to get out and about.
Early in the summer term the Guides made ‘Buddy Burners’ on which they cooked apple fritters as part of the Traditions of Guiding badge. We have been on a camp-out where the Guides had fun learning to cook in the outdoors. They made chariots to race, ballistas (large catapults) for a water fight and shelters, all activities which lead to them achieving their Taw Bottom Challenge badge. They have also enjoyed the Friday night meetings which have had quite a watery theme including kayaking, raft building and dragon boat racing. We will have spaces in the Unit in September, so if you are 10 years old and fancy joining in the fun, please contact: Helen Ellis on 233665 for more details.
13 WOODBURY LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY Great Day in Bath Forty-one were booked for our annual outing on 5 July which took place in lovely warm weather. Travelling through great countryside, we stopped at Dobbies Garden Centre (a Garden Club idea) on our way to Bath. Once in Bath, everyone did their own thing, the most popular visits being to the Victoria Art Gallery, the Holburne Museum and the Pump Rooms. Some people walked to the Bath Market, George Street, The Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and North Parade. The Abbey sadly was out-of-bounds due to graduation ceremonies taking place there. The American Museum also proved popular. Some had pre-arranged meetings with friends for lunch, swapping gossip, as one person put it. One couple looked at where they had previously lived, which proved interesting with half the street and round the corner now being converted into a hotel. Roman coins dug up there are to be displayed in the new hotel foyer. Some people went on an open-top bus tour, whilst others followed the Bath City Trail, with walks by the river and gardens, and a visit to Prior Park. Those preferring a watery affair took a boat trip on the River Avon. Food featured quite a lot on this trip: some lunched in a fish restaurant, in a hotel or in various pubs; others had tea at Sally Lunn’s famous tea house, whilst fudge from a local Fudge House was a tempting purchase. The ride home was smooth and pleasant, with some dozing off after the day’s activities. WOODBURY LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY Devon in the First World War. An illustrated talk by Dr David Parker THURSDAY 7 SEPTEMBER, 19.30 WOODBURY VILLAGE HALL Visitors welcome
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“FRIDAY NIGHT FLIX” WOODBURY VILLAGE HALL On the fourth Friday of each month from September to April GRAND OPENING - FRIDAY 22 SEPTEMBER Doors open 19.00 with introductory welcoming drink. Bar, tea and coffee, popcorn and ice cream available. Details of films to be shown will be posted on the Village Hall Notice Board. For further details please contact Chris Lear 01395 232772 or email Colin Ashby fridaynightflix.wvh@gmail.com
14 WOODBURY C OF E PRIMARY SCHOOL We are currently in the process of saying goodbye to our Year 6 Pupils and by the time you read this they will have left Woodbury School. They have all made a significant contribution to the school and leave us with many fond memories. We wish them well as they move on to the next stage of their lives. As for all former pupils, we hope they come back to see us from time to time to let us know how they are doing. Alison Sparks, Head Teacher End of Year Production Our Key Stage Two pupils recently gave parents a fantastic display of their dramatic talents performing Greece goes to Pieces. The audience were entertained with stories of the Athenians and Spartans featuring a host of Greek gods and goddesses, a trio of philosophers and the enthusiastic narrator Peta Potter. The children all performed admirably with Year 6 holding the main roles and showing everyone how much they have developed in confidence during their time at Woodbury School.
Congratulations to Year 6 The school celebrated a remarkable set of Key Stage 2 SATs results this year. Our Year 6 pupils worked very hard performing to the very best of their abilities. To conclude their Greek topic the class enjoyed a Greek afternoon featuring a lively debate and authentic feast. They also celebrated their successes with an afternoon of activities in our new forest school area including some campfire cooking.
15 Foundation Classes First School Visit Beech class have taken a trip to Living Coasts to extend their learning about The Sea. They enjoyed seeing a huge array of underwater creatures such as sting rays, starfish and a huge favourite — the robotic shark! They enjoyed learning about different penguins and their habitats and watching them being fed by the keepers. They were very lucky to see a new baby seal and to learn all about how we can care for the ocean and all its inhabitants.
Year 5 Follow the Maths Trail Chestnut class spent a morning at Exmouth Community College completing a Maths Trail organised by the Maths department. They took part in two sessions where they first had to complete a treasure hunt by solving the maths clues, followed by a speed challenge to determine whether a student could travel from one site to the other in a given time. Year 5 had a fantastic time and worked keenly to solve their challenges. Singing Concert Our final singing concert was a hugely popular event with the children and their families. The audience were treated to a wide array of songs including musicals, chart toppers and songs that linked to our current topics, school and British values. Children from Foundation to Year 6 all performed confidently and the singing was tremendous, with requests for more from many of the audience. Kwik Cricket Tournament Year 5 and 6 recently took part in a mixed 8-aside Kwik Cricket Tournament at Ottery St Mary Cricket Club where they competed against three other schools. The children played well as a team and in the end they won all of their matches. This meant they qualified for the county finals which was unfortunately postponed due to the weather and will hopefully take place in the near future. Cont’d/...
ROYAL BRITISH LEGION COFFEE MORNINGS 3, 17 & 31 AUGUST. 14 & 28 SEPTEMBER. 10.00 - 11.30, RBL ROOM behind WOODBURY VILLAGE HALL All are invited to join us on alternate Thursdays.
16 WOODBURY C OF E PRIMARY SCHOOL Cont’d/... Willow and Oak Class Visit to Dartmoor Zoo The children in Years 1 and 2 visited Dartmoor Zoo where they learnt all about different types of animals and why they are so special. The children took part in a workshop where they were asked to complete life cycles for different species and then had the chance to meet some of the species up close, including tigers! The children really enjoyed their trip and made great links to their current topic work.
OPENING UP TO GOD This course of Quiet Prayer draws on a range of Christian traditions. It is continuing from September 2017 and is still open to anyone wanting to develop their relationship with God in the company of others. Each meeting is complete in itself. Learn new ways of listening to God. Explore and practice different modes of prayer. Find and refine your own style of spirituality. Sponsored by the White Cross Mission Community. 19.30 to 21.00, Woodbury Church Rooms Mondays 4 September, 2 October, 6 November, 4 December. Open to all, free of charge. For further information please contact Carolyn Keep 01395 232318.
17 WOODBURY SURGERY COMMUNITY CAR PROPOSAL Consultation Evening - Expressions of interest invited Woodbury Surgery is very fortunate to have received a generous donation from the Nancy Potter Trust with which we are able to fund a small electric car over a three year project period. The aim of the project is to facilitate “outreach” support to benefit those members of our community who are isolated, lonely, frail and vulnerable. With this group of people in mind, we are offering to share use of the vehicle as a community asset, making it available to volunteers for a range of uses. We are very grateful for the fantastic ongoing support provided by the Friends Of Woodbury Surgery (FOWS) group. We wish to enhance FOWS’ much valued services and avoid overlap, so have been thinking about potential other uses for the car. We are keen to hear your ideas and suggestions on this. Aside from prescription deliveries, we envisage it might be used for such things as an outing to Exmouth and a stroll along the esplanade, cream tea or fish and chip supper, or a trip to the dentist or hairdresser. We are seeking energy and input from the community about how we might develop the concept of the vehicle as a community asset. We would like to invite members of the community to a “consultation evening” at the surgery on Monday 18 September at 19.00 with a view to hearing your thoughts and getting this exciting project off the ground. We will provide tea, coffee, or a glass of wine and canapes/nibbles. To ascertain an idea of numbers we are, at this stage, inviting Expressions of Interest to attend the evening. If you would like to attend please express your interest as soon as possible by either telephoning the surgery or emailing woodbury.reception@nhs.net. If you are unable to attend on 18 September you can let us have your ideas and suggestions by post or email or leave a note in the suggestion box in the lobby. Could a lonely or vulnerable person in your group, club or church benefit from access to a vehicle? Are you able to get involved with an innovative new project? If so we’d love to hear from you! WOODBURY TWINNING ASSOCIATION By the time this edition of the Woodbury News comes out, we shall have been to visit Dartmouth Naval College and a report of that trip will be in the next Woodbury News. Future events are the Progressive Supper on 16 September, Haynes Motor Museum on 28 October and a Quiz and Skittles Evening on 18 November at The White Hart. Please contact either Nita Goffron on 232314 or Jan Owen on 232694 if you wish to come to any of these events. SEE WOODBURY ONLINE www.woodburydevon.co.uk
18 WOODBURY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE On a beautifully sunny Thursday evening thirty-eight ladies from Woodbury WI met. Lin Milsom-Ashby welcomed members and after social time and refreshments the first topic discussed was the planned summer outing with Stuart Lines to Brixham: torrential rain and gale force winds meant that the outing was cancelled, which was hard to believe in the sunshine. She talked about forthcoming events taking place within the local Federation, Nationally and at Club level: Christmas Markets, conferences, displays and talks. Members were invited to order the WI 2018 calendar featuring photos from Sylvia Wickenden and Sue Bury. The winners of the raffle were asked to taste and judge the chocolate brownies, this month's competition. Joan Mansell was declared the winner. Future events for Woodbury WI include a visit to Cadenza Alpacas at Little Torrington; Sue Ashmole, who owns the farm came to talk to us in May, so it seemed a good idea to take up her invitation to visit, an alternative summer outing. The other incentive was the offer of a cream tea! Our August meeting will be the garden party; we are using the Cricket Club again this year as it proved a popular venue last year. We are hoping for sunnier weather but are assured of delicious food and good company whatever the weather. We are having a special competition at the garden party. Nigel is giving a rose bowl in memory of Donoveen for the best hand -made greetings card, which he will judge — a fitting tribute to a stalwart member of our WI for many, many years and the undisputed queen of the hand-made greetings card. At the end of the business part of the meeting Lin introduced our speaker Sue Knox who was to tell us all about the monument many of us see daily from our homes, Haldon Belvedere. She delighted, informed and interested us in the fascinating history of the family associated with the Tower: when, how and why it came to be built, and its history from then until the present day. Her talk was enhanced by slides of the main protagonists and views of the Tower at various times, including its current use as a venue for weddings and special events. Rosemary Carr thanked Sue on behalf of the members. We ended the evening by saying that we would keep fingers crossed for fine weather for the garden party. Let's hope it doesn't rain on the 15th, St Swithun's day. Lin Milsom-Ashby WOODBURY GARDEN CLUB ANNUAL FRUIT, FLOWER AND VEGETABLE SHOW WOODBURY VILLAGE HALL SATURDAY 5 AUGUST Viewing 14.00-16.00. Trophies will be presented at 15.30. Admission free. Tea/cake available.
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WOODBURY SALTERTON NEWS HOLY TRINITY CHURCH June Family Service After breakfast had been enjoyed, Ramona Nash conducted the service, her first time, on Fathers’ Day. Robin Lee read the Parable of the Prodigal Son. Prayers, including some for all who were suffering because of the Grenfell tower block fire, were led by Finlay, Maya and Lily Nash. Mary Rae Mary’s many friends in the village were sad to learn of her death on 23 June in her home at Teddington. She was 98 and died peacefully in her sleep. Mary was a gentle, kind lady who always saw the good in everyone and everything, ready to praise and encourage and gratefully appreciative of even the smallest thing done for her. She took a particular interest in our church choir and let us use her home for choir practices while the church was closed for repairs. She continued to support generously our village church through the Christmas quizzes after she left the village to live nearer her daughter Anne and son Richard. Mary was truly loved in this village and was a much valued member of our community for so many years. We send our sympathy to Anne and Richard and their families. Wheelbarrow Challenge Any misgivings which might have been felt that the challenge to decorate a wheelbarrow might not be as well supported as the Scarecrow Challenges of recent years were dispelled by the large number of entries and the ingenuity and skill shown. There were 27 entries which gradually popped up all over the village. Ideas included a cricket pitch, Glastonbury, a wishing well, a police car, a teddy bear’s picnic, a butterfly garden, a pirate in his boat, the Garden of Eden and Woodbury Salterton airport. Judging was done on Sunday 9 July by popular vote. Guided by a map, participants walked round the village and admired the entries and then voted for what they regarded as the best three entries. Titanic won the accolade of first prize for the Olney Family and Mark Lovet’s Scarborough Fair with its moving Ferris wheel was a close second. Dinobarrow with knitted dinosaurs by Katharine Wheeler was voted third. Teas were served in the Glebe Field where Jill Dupain organised races and Brenda Randle did face painting for the children. Beautiful sunshine added to the pleasure of a very happy social village occasion which also raised about £400 for church funds. Thanks to all the many helpers but especially to Geoff and Debbie Jung for organising it. Weekly Coffee Mornings These continue throughout August and into the beginning of September, each Saturday 09.30 – 10.30 at church, inside or out depending on the weather. WHIST TUESDAY 15 AUGUST AT 19.30 WOODBURY SALTERTON VILLAGE HALL
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Wheelbarrow Challenge - 2nd and 3rd places: Scarborough Fair (left) Dinobarrow (above)
WOODBURY SALTERTON BIG BREAKFAST SATURDAY 9 SEPTEMBER WOODBURY SALTERTON VILLAGE HALL Breakfasts will be served from 08.00 until 11.30. All proceeds to FORCE CANCER CHARITY.
22 WOODBURY SALTERTON WOMEN’S INSTITUTE This was the first time that Gill Bricknell sat in the chair as President at the start of this her second period of office. A letter of thanks had been received from the retiring President Jenny Kemp for the potted rose bush given to her in appreciation of her time at the helm. Jenny was also thanked for organising the most enjoyable summer outing to Fursdon House in June. Secretary Terrie Newman had represented us at the NFWI local meeting. An appeal has been launched to raise funds for Denman College. Terrie pointed out that the WI gets its charitable status through providing education for women, so we should support this. The WI ran a tombola at the recent church Wheelbarrow Challenge. Half of the proceeds were given to the church and the Committee proposed that the other half be sent to the Denman appeal rather than organise a special event, and this was agreed. Tony Burges, who has been a Red Coat Tour Guide in Exeter for almost twenty years, was the speaker. He said that the Guides conduct about twelve thousand people round the City of Exeter each year on a variety of themed walks. He related the history of Exeter through the ages, illustrated with a slide show presentation. History came alive as he talked of William the Conqueror, William of Orange, Sir Francis Drake and Judge Jefferies all visiting the City and the legacy of the Romans – 75% of the Roman wall round Exeter still remains. He was warmly thanked by Gill on behalf of a fascinated audience. We meet on 9 August, at 19.30 in the village hall to plan our programme for 2018. WOODBURY NEWS to your door … If you are a new resident to the area, or would like your Woodbury News to be delivered to your door monthly, just call Beverley Simcox on 232858 and she will put you in contact with your local deliverer. Some more wheelbarrow entries below
23 WOODBURY SALTERTON C OF E PRIMARY SCHOOL We have had a visit from Ofsted in July. Mr Baxter inspected the school as part of a Section 8 Ofsted inspection. Thank you to those parents who responded via Parent View. We look forward to sharing the outcome of the inspection in due course. The PTA supported a learning experience for our Year 6 students with Helen Plant, a visiting artist, to create two beautiful wall hangings based on our school values and our mission statement that ‘Every child matters as a child of God’. The hangings include pictures of the church and school as well as pebbles to represent us as part of the Pebblebed Heath Federation. The children thoroughly enjoyed their time painting and sewing to create the pieces that will make an amazing contribution to our school environment. This year’s summer production was Shakespeare Rocks, a fresh, funny and up-to-date look at the life and times of William Shakespeare, with a cast of hilarious historical year 6 characters. There were amusing glimpses into some of his works and how he came ‘To Be’. The children performed seven superb songs and have learnt lots about Shakespeare and the Elizabethan era. Our hardworking PTA held the annual summer fair on the Glebe Field. The afternoon was well supported and they raised a fantastic sum which will support the children in their learning and life in school. Class 3 went with Dr Ryland on a trip to Otterton Mill and then walked down the River Otter to Budleigh Salterton. The children have been learning about energy in physics and watched the mill in action and how the energy from the river turned the wheels to produce flour. They also learnt about rivers and looked at various geographical aspects of the River Otter. They were accompanied by Kate Ponting from Clinton Devon Estates who explained the problems of Himalayan balsam to us, as well as talking about the history of the Lower Otter Valley and the current proposal to alleviate the flooding of the river. We are very grateful to Kate for making our trip so interesting, and to the Otter Valley Association for their sponsorship. If you would like to know more about our school community please contact the school office. We have places available in school and our own Foundation Stage Unit on site. Call our office on 01395 232649 or visit our website www.woodbury-salterton.devon.sch.uk or see our Facebook page. COMMUNITY COFFEE MORNING WOODBURY SALTERTON VILLAGE HALL 09.00 - 12.00 1st Monday of each month. (Bank Holidays on 2nd Monday of the month). £2 for unlimited drinks and cake. Everyone welcome (from babies to retirees). Come and feel part of a community and get to know the people living within the village.
24 WOODBURY SALTERTON - DUMBUTU LINK The Beacon School is first to donate books to Gambian pupils A new drive to send any school books, readers, texts and library books, to a village in The Gambia was given a good boost by pupils in The Beacon School, Exmouth this week. The children heard a little of the journey the books will make on a container ship to Africa before being collected by lorry to be brought 80 miles to the Gambian school.
Spare books were requested of many local schools and of our Exmouth Library as there are no bookshops in The Gambia. The few books the village of Dumbutu has are extremely out-of-date and in a poor state. Any suitable children’s books are still needed and will help pupils in Dumbutu Lower Basic School in their efforts to read. Although English is the formal language, many children speak different languages at home, predominantly Mandinka. Education is costly for each family and sponsorship (£25 per pupil annually) for 83 students has come from the charity Woodbury Salterton-Dumbutu Link for many years. Although started in Woodbury Salterton in 1990 the charity extends to wherever it can reach. The Gambia, after many years of political dictatorship, now has a new president and a new regime. It is still amongst the poorest countries in the world, with no running water, sanitation or electricity. More details from wilson.email @tesco.net, 01395 268820.
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EXTON NEWS ST ANDREW’S CHURCH, EXTON
SUNDAY SERVICES 1st Sunday - Trinity 8, Transfiguration 17.00 Evening Service. 2nd Sunday Trinity 9, 09.30 Eucharist Service. 3rd Sunday - Trinity 10, 09.30 Lay-led Service. 4th Sunday - Trinity 11, 09.30 Eucharist Service.
EXTON CRAFT GROUP There is no meeting in August. We re-commence on Thursday 21 September in St Andrew’s Church Exton at 14.00 to 16.00 when we look forward to seeing everyone again. New members are always welcome to our most enjoyable afternoons. Don’t forget to bring your choice of craft. EXTON GARDEN CLUB In June 14 members visited High Garden at Kenn. The rain held off and when we had all arrived Chris Britton, the owner, gave us a brief history of the garden. It covers several acres and when they bought the house it was surrounded by fields. The garden consists of island beds and colour coordinated borders and all contain many unusual perennials and shrubs. The owners produce most of their own plants and have a very good selection of good quality ones ranging from alpines to large shrubs at very competitive prices. Chris is the hands-on gardener and his wife does most of the pricking out and potting on. There is a small self-service hut for tea and cake. The beautiful gardens include a very productive and well-laid out vegetable area. Needless to say we came away with plants as a memento of an enjoyable and fascinating afternoon. On Saturday 2 September there will be a coffee morning and plant sale in St Andrew’s Hall, Exton, 10.30 - 12.30. In October we are going to the gardens at Exeter University and on 24 November we have Graham Salmon coming to give a talk on Crete.
WOODBURY NEWS CLOSING DATES 2017 (SEPTEMBER ISSUE WILL BE A DIRECTORY) 19 SEPTEMBER. 17 OCTOBER. 14 NOVEMBER. 5 DECEMBER. ALL MATERIAL FOR THE MAGAZINE SHOULD BE SENT TO KAREN SQUIRES, WILLOWFIELD, OAKHAYES ROAD by 19.00 on the closing date, with a name and telephone number, or email to karensquires100@gmail.com
26 EXTON DRAMA CLUB The Sound of Murder Friday 23 June saw Exton Drama Club take to the marquee once more for another murder mystery The Sound of Murder. The Drama Club were determined to have their rehearsal for their upcoming production of The Sound of Music despite the apparent double booking of their rehearsal space. As the rehearsal unfolded, it became apparent that there were animosities between the group’s star Julie Anders (Rachel Feeny-Williams) and everyone else in the group, and for good reason! The audience very quickly joined the side of the rest of the group as they watched Julie mock, belittle and enjoy the suffering of her other group members. It was no real surprise to anyone when she was found murdered in the cellar. The only real question was, who did it?
With the help of Inspector Foot (John Sharples) and Sergeant Inch (Brian Wood), the audience were charged with the task of questioning the various suspects, although all had their reasons for wanting Julie gone. Although a conspiracy was suggested at one point, it was eventually guessed by three of the table groups and the guilty party was taken into custody. This, coupled with some lovely singing by Gentian and Ivy Dyer as well as violin by Emily Pattison, made the evening a rousing success.
WILD-WOODBURY
are holding a Wildlife event in the CHURCH ROOMS, GREENWAY, WOODBURY 14 OCTOBER, 13.30 - 16.30 "Wild Animal" cake competition for children, harvest produce competition, photographic display and a number of local wildlife experts will be there to answer questions. If you can suggest anything else please contact Tony Bennett on 07971 082384 info@wild-woodbury.org http://www.wild-woodbury.org / Facebook: Wild-Woodbury
27 EXTON LADIES GROUP June On a damp June morning, a full coach left Exton bound for Paignton where we hurried into the station café before boarding the steam train to Kingswear. On arrival it was still raining and quite chilly but we were all well prepared. The ferry took us across to Dartmouth where we went our separate ways, some choosing to shop, others to have a leisurely lunch. By afternoon the rain had stopped and we were able to enjoy the trip on the Dart to Totnes, by which time the sky was blue and we had a sunny trip home in the coach. A big thank-you goes to Pauline Collas, who arranged the trip. July The Garden Meeting this year was held at the home of Mary and Robbie Gittings. Being overcast, it was decided to serve tea in the house and conservatory. Twenty members enjoyed a delicious tea with entertainment provided by Robbie on the piano. Chris Bilyard presented a bouquet to Mary as a thank-you for a very enjoyable afternoon. The next meeting of Exton Ladies will be on 14 September at 14.15 in the Village Hall. New members very welcome. EXTON WALKING CLUB Do you want to get a little fitter? Are you free on Wednesday mornings? Do you want to meet some interesting people? Then give us a try! Although an active and enthusiastic club formed over 25 years ago, time has taken its toll and we could do with about another six to ten members. We walk from four to six miles in scenic surroundings all over Devon and sometimes Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset, normally within one hour’s drive and we finish with a pub lunch and a good natter. If you live locally — not just in Exton — come as a guest in the first instance, with no ongoing commitment, and if you enjoy it become a member. There is no need to walk every week, no fees, and just a requirement to lead about two walks a year. If interested, or for further details, email Dave Gardner at travor.g1@ btinternet.com.
WOODBURY PARISH COUNCIL
Tony Le Riche & Leigh-Anne Kendall, Joint Clerks Woodbury PC, Greenside, Greenway, Woodbury, EX5 1LP Tel: 01395 233791. Email: woodburyparishcouncil@gmail.com. http://woodbury-pc.org.uk The Woodbury Parish Council Office will from now on be open on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 09.15-13.00 until further notice. Agendas for future meeting, and minutes of meetings can be found on http://www.woodbury-pc.org.uk/
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ROUND AND ABOUT
WEDDING Congratulations to Scott and Anni Laskey who were married at St Swithun’s on 23 June by the Revd Sid Humphries. The best man was Mark Laskey and the bride was attended by a matron-of-honour, five bridesmaids, two page boys and a flower girl. CONGRATULATIONS Jessica Johnson, from Town Lane Woodbury, is part of the LED East Devon Tennis Academy which is run by head coach Liam Storey. Jessica along with five other girls from the academy went up to Bristol David Lloyd on Thursday 29 June to an inspire girls in tennis day run by Judy Murray. The day was called She Rallies. There was a question and answer session, some fun tennis and a talk by Judy. Jessica's question was ‘How old was Andy when he started beating you?’ Apparently she replied ‘19 years old’ ... I think Jess may have misheard her, more like nine, I would have thought! Jess is the youngest girl at the age of 10 to be picked for the 12-and-under county team of four. Jessica represented the county recently at the under-12 County Cup being held at Bristol. She won three out five of her matches, which was a great performance bearing in mind she was two years younger than most of the competitors. Jessica has been playing tennis since she was five years old and trains four to five days a week at LED Exmouth tennis centre. REMINDER Please remember the new arrangements for collecting household waste. East Devon District Council has increased the type of material that can now be collected each week for recycling, along with food waste. However, landfill waste is now collected every third Friday (not fortnightly as previously). The next collection date for landfill after Friday 28 July is Friday 18 August. BSO BUS Wish you could get transport for the BSO concerts at Exeter University Great Hall for the 2017-18 season? Contact Diana Smithson 01392 875625 for details to join a return coach from Topsham.
29 DEVON AIR AMBULANCE VOLUNTEER VACANCIES Woodbury News has been asked by the newly-appointed manager of the Devon Air Ambulance Trust, Cara Jones, if we would bring readers' attention to the need for volunteers in the Parish of Woodbury. Cara says: 'If any residents of your parish would like to find out about volunteer roles such as box collecting, giving talks, attending cheque presentations, assisting in our charity shops or assisting at events, they should contact me on 01392 46666 or by email at c.jones@daat.org’. EAST DEVON AREA OF OUTSTANDING NATURAL BEAUTY (AONB) ACLAND AWARD 2017 Applications close on 13 August for the Acland Award 2017, and nominations are invited for local awards celebrating community projects. This year the awards will celebrate the actions of individuals or organisations that have achieved good things for the wildlife, environment or heritage of the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Individuals, groups, clubs, organisations, businesses and school are all eligible. Anyone interested in nominating a project or individual for the Acland Award should visit www.eastdevonaonb.org.uk or contact the AONB team for more details on 01404 46663. You can also nominate your own project. JUNE WEATHER As I write this on 7 July there is a mercifully cool NW breeze blowing through the window, coming after a long period of warm muggy weather with plenty of sunshine; mid-June temperatures here got up to 31C and we were doing all we could to keep the heat out of the house. On several days we had to spray the garage roof with the hose to stop the baby swallows from frying – a great brood of five. A nice dollop of rain on the 5th/6th and a steady 12-hour soak overnight on 28th/29th kept the pond and the butts topped up and was a huge relief on local farms; in all, the monthly rainfall was 82.2mm (3.24ins and 134% of the norm). Winds, when there were any, mainly had a southerly component. PJH Editor’s Note : In order to maximise submitted copy and photographs into Woodbury News, it may be necessary to reduce the size of some items. The Editorial team will attempt to do this as carefully as possible. Woodbury News is a Private Company Limited by Guarantee No. 5263356 Secretary: Karen Squires, Willowfield, Oakhayes Road, Woodbury EX5 1JT. 233299
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30 RSPB AYLESBEARE COMMON RESERVE Welcome back, folks. Here’s a brief update on what the staff and volunteers have been up to over the last month on and around the reserve. We’ve been getting on with the infrastructure works, with regard to the maintenance and mending of stock-proof fences and some footpath works. This has been done mainly by using a strimmer/brushcutter to clear the vegetation from the fence lines, so as we can inspect them for damage. We have had a good cut of hay from our hay meadows this season and are looking to sell some bales. Prices are as follows: £3 per bale if picked up from our yard, or £3.50 if delivered. Please call 01395 233655 if you are interested. We are currently in full swing with the wildlife surveys, with good numbers of southern damselfly being seen on our last one, with 110 separate individuals. This will hopefully increase over the next few weeks. Good numbers of butterflies have also been seen throughout the various transects. We are also in the ongoing processes of bracken control, using a bracken roller to start with, then later on this month we shall be cutting and foraging. We will be working in conjunction with Clinton Devon Estates, East Devon District Council and the Devon Wildlife Trust in order to bring you Heath Week. This is always a fantastic event in Devon’s calendar, and it aims to educate the general public about the unique habitat we have here, and increase the awareness of issues that can lead to a decline in this vitally important environment. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, either by coming along to one of our Wednesday or Sunday work parties or offering your time in any other way, email or call the Warden, Aaron Boughtflower, on aaron.boughtflower @rspb.org.uk or 01395 233655. Sim Wood
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
From Denise Ormand A second speeding motorcycle in the space of 30 minutes has prompted this letter. We have already had one near fatality when a motorcycle hit a stationary vehicle on a recent Sunday night, causing a lot of trauma to those kind people who came to his aid. Surely the news of that would make others aware of the danger of speeding, especially in Parsonage Way where the road twists and bends. I have just heard (because they go so fast you would struggle to see them!) the second motorcycle accelerate past my house and it's only a matter of time before someone is killed on this road. It's not just one bike, there are at least two or three others, and as they open the throttle the noise is deafening. Perhaps speed bumps would be the answer, as common sense and these reckless riders do not go together.
31 From Jean Carpenter The people of Woodbury are so generous when it comes to charity events and I am delighted to report that donations are still coming in from those residents who could not get to the table-top sale on 3 June and I am still selling plants. All of this makes the total to date £425. Thank you everyone – you are so kind. If anyone is interested, I still have plants for sale and it seems a shame to have to consign them to the compost heap when they could beautify someone’s garden and raise money for charity. Most of them are outside the front of my house so if I am not at home, just leave the money on the chair in the porch. If you don’t see anything you like just let me know and I will see if I can take cuttings or maybe dig up one which is surplus to my requirements. I am lucky to have ‘green fingers’ and it seems most things will grow for me! Thank you again.
CLINTON DEVON ESTATES Countryside Learning Two years into her role as Countryside Learning Officer, Kate Ponting reflects on what she has learned… ‘Whether I’m in a meeting, loading a vehicle with resources for a school visit or out on the commons with volunteers, I find it easy to stay enthusiastic as each day brings something new. But I hope I also find time to stop and listen to what others have to say, as it is important to bring back their questions and concerns so the Estate can best serve the local communities. Getting my head around the different aspects of the Estate was a challenge at first, but I have learned so much and I am incredibly proud to work for a family business with such a history and passion to get it right. Early on I quickly realised if you change something in one area there will be a knock-on for another part of the business. This is how we need to see the countryside, not as a series of individual issues but as a whole landscape of connected and interdependent elements, working together to deliver enormous benefits for people, the economy and wildlife. Some everyday aspect of the countryside such as horse boxes, tree felling and tractor movements are difficult to shrug off if they are on your doorstep. Local people appreciate knowing what’s happening and this is why I work with other departments to help them get messages out to the public. If we are not getting it right, please let us know. There are often strong feelings and differing viewpoints around change, development and conflict of use, but this makes the countryside a dynamic and relevant place to work. I do my part to help people understand that very few places are natural and untouched by man and that our living landscape needs to work hard to deliver all we ask of it. I am certainly no expert on either wildlife or countryside management, but I draw on the expertise of supportive and knowledgeable colleagues and learn from them every day. Cont’d/...
32 Countryside Learning Cont’d/... I can often anticipate what someone will ask, but also get random queries too. If I cannot answer a question immediately, I’ll find someone who can and always enjoy researching the answer. As well as a range of resources, I’m amassing an interesting collection of natural objects and love coming back to my desk to find someone has left me a bird’s nest, a snake skin or most recently some beaver poo — all of which will get put to good use! Organising educational visits, events and managing the Friends of the Commons group takes up the bulk of my time. I have been pleased to see my volunteer group develop. I thank them for dedicating many hours of work on the commons whilst also become such fantastic ambassadors for our threatened heathland. I have loved making links and strengthening partnerships with other organisations. Working together brings many new opportunities and extra support. Combined events can be larger and more successful, such as the continued growth of Heath Week each year. I have enjoyed working with the Devon Wildlife Trust and East Devon Countryside Team, the Jurassic Coast Trust and RSPB as well as supporting education and community events with organisations and tenants locally and on the Heanton and Beer Estates. Writing articles like these about countryside topics reaches many hundreds of homes each month and our face-to-face engagements this year through education work, walks, lecture delivery and community events have reached close to 10,000 people. Over 600 primary and secondary pupils have visited the heaths, woods and river to undertake educational visits and practical field work. Being able to support classroom learning and deepening young people’s understanding of what is around them is one of the most rewarding aspects of my job. Whether it’s identifying invertebrates on the river or watching our cows being milked, helping children and adults experience something new or remarkable for the first time is a real perk of the job. Early mornings preparing for events and evenings spent bat, beaver or nightjar spotting, mean long days especially in summer; so I’m now planning a break with some time with my young family. Where will we go…? You might find us walking on the heaths or along the river!’ If you have a question or comment for Kate kate.ponting@clintondevon.com 01395 446 918. CHARITY COFFEE MORNINGS EVERY TUESDAY, 10.00-12.00 CHURCH ROOMS, WOODBURY Coffee/tea and a home-made cake. £2. All profits to local charities. Everyone welcome.
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FORTHCOMING EVENTS
Twinning visit to Dartmouth Naval College. Woodbury Garden Club. Fruit, Flower and Vegetable Show. Viewing 14.00-16.00. Trophies presented at 15.30. Woodbury Salterton Community Coffee Morning. 09.00-12.00. WSWI Planning Meeting, 19.30, WSVH. Closing date for applications for Acland Award (see page 29). Whist Drive. 19.30. WSVH. Woodbury WI Garden Party, 12.00 for 12.30. Exton Garden Club Coffee Morning and Plant Sale. 10.30, St Andrew’s Hall. Woodbury Salterton Community Coffee Morning. 09.00-12.00. History Society: Devon in the First World War. WVH. 19.30. W/S Big Breakfast. W/S VH. 08.00-11.30. (232394). Woodbury WI. Puppy walking for the Blind. WVH. 19.00. Exton Ladies Group, 14.15, St Andrew’s Hall. Woodbury Twinning Progressive Supper. Woodbury 10K Fun Run. Woodbury Surgery Consultation Evening. 19.00. Friday Night Flix. WVH. 19.00 for 19.30. WCPF Sports Disco. 19.30 until late. The White Hart. Woodbury Salterton Macmillan Coffee Morning. 09.00-12.00. FoSS Autumn Concert. St Swithun’s Church. 19.30. Wild-Woodbury Wildlife Event. Church Rooms, 13.30-16.30. Woodbury Twinning visit to Haynes Motor Museum. History Society: The Royal Clarence Fire and Ancient Buildings in Exeter. WVH. 19.30. Woodbury Salterton Community Coffee Morning. 09.00-12.00. FORCE Classics Galore, University Great Hall, 19.30. Woodbury Twinning Quiz & Skittles Evening. The White Hart. Christmas Craft Fayre. 11.00-14.30 Woodbury Church Rooms. Woodbury Salterton Community Coffee Morning. 09.00-12.00.
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TO LET 3-bedroom semi-detached family house with garden and garage in Woodbury village. Unfurnished. Available from 1st September. Tel: 233299 / 07989 673377. FOR SALE - LEGO Huge Lego collection for sale consisting of planes, helicopters, boats, Police/Fire Stations, various vehicles and many more. Will sell as a lot or as individual models. Viewing essential, phone Glen Weir 01395 233565 or email glenweir@btinternet.com. FOR SALE Lexmoto Vienna 50 Scooter. 66 plate. 4,000 miles. Fully serviced. Remainder of 2-year warranty. Ideal for 16-year-old. £850 ono. Tel: 233299 / 07967 524298.
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ELECTRICIAN James Sliman Local, reliable, fully qualified and experienced. NAPIT registered and insured. From a socket to rewire 01395 276323 07866 313812 www.jslimanelectrician.co.uk (1/12) COLYTON 11+ THIS SEPTEMBER? Places still available for a mock 11+ CEM test morning on Saturday 2 September at Lympstone Village Hall. For more details contact Jane on 07730877889 or janepmoffatt@gmail.com ELECTRICIAN Fully qualified and insured. All work guaranteed. Local reliable service. No job too small. Phone Paul - 01395 744028 / mobile 07740 099195 (4/12) EVERTHING PLUMBING AND HEATING – For all your plumbing and heating needs. Large or small jobs at fair prices. Local, reliable and efficient. Gas safe registered. Tel Synergi SW: 07557 526167. www.synergiswltd.co.uk. (4/12) WAG AND GO City and Guilds trained and qualified professional Dog Groomer. Your dog will groomed in a quiet home environment, comfort breaks and walks can be arranged. Based in Exton. Julia Bennett 07976 568780 (6/12) BRISCOE TREE CARE - tree work and hedge cutting. All waste disposed. NCH Arb qualified at Bicton College. Fully insured. Free quotes and advice. Call Jon Briscoe on 01392 668931 or 07825 002362 (6/12) WE ARE POSH NOSH! With over two decades of experience in the catering industry we are at the forefront of special occasion and event catering in Devon and the West Country. We are committed to providing first class cuisine with outstanding levels of service. Phone:- 01392 444877 or email: info@posh-nosh.co.uk (2/12) FOOT HEALTH PRACTITIONER & REFLEXOLOGIST Former RGN provides routine nail and skin care (inc corns and callus) or a reflexology treatment. Nicky Mattin (MAFHP itec RF) 01395 233222/07807603690 (11/12) TOOBY SWEEPS New Chimney Sweep in Town (Former Royal Marine), NACs Member. Certificate given. From £35 Call 07803 059844. (1/3)
35 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE – James Waddell Interior & Exterior, Carpentry, Flooring, Fencing & Gates, Plumbing, Decking, Bathrooms & Kitchens, General Repairs. Free Advice & Estimates 01395 263496 (3/12) FOOT HEALTH PRACTITIONER Nail Cutting and Treatment of Corns, Callus and Verrucas - Home Visits. Contact Lindsey Waddell MAFHP 01395 263496. (7/12) ROOFING Woodbury based RWI Roofing Specialising in Slating, Tiling, Re-Roof, New Roof, Repairs, Guttering. For a friendly, reliable service call Ray 232926, or 07988 691051 (As recmd in OurLocalExpert.co.uk) (2/12) SQUIRREL COTTAGE Self catering 16th century property full of character, available for weekly holidays and short breaks. Sleeps 5. Graded 5 Star. www.thecottagecompanydevon.co.uk Tel: Kay 0776 9975557 (5/12) GIVE BIRTH CALMLY - relaxed, confident and alert with KG Hypnobirthing classes. Find out more: libbyclaphamhypnotherapy.co.uk phone: 07986 157854 (12/12) FARMHOUSE B&B 16thC Devon Longhouse on working dairy farm. 2017 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. 4 en-suite rooms. Sally Glanvill, Rydon Farm 232341 www.rydonfarmwoodbury.co.uk (2/12) BED & BREAKFAST SW Tourism 2016 Gold Award winner. Certificate of Excellence from Trip Advisor. 16thC Devon longhouse on working dairy farm. Sally Glanvill, Rydon Farm 232341 www.rydonfarmwoodbury.co.uk (2/12) HOME SWEET HOME DECORATORS - Lucy Ryan Lady interior and exterior decorator. Walls, ceilings, woodwork, up-cycled furniture, garden painting and more. Professional, very tidy, competitive, reliable and friendly. Fully DBS checked. Free estimates. Phone: 07484 272534 (8/12) RUBBISH REMOVALS Domestic and Commercial. Environment Agency licensed. No job too small. Tel: 0800 335 7610 / 07979 841376. www.rubbishremovalsexeter.com (4/12) WOODBURY HOLIDAY HOME TO RENT in centre of village. Luxury accommodation for 4 people, 2 en-suites, parking, courtyard garden. Weekly holidays & short breaks. www.woodburyholidays.co.uk 01579 350365. (1/12) COMPUTER REPAIRS AND UPGRADES; Broadband and wireless connections; Data recovery and backup; Windows, iPads and Apple computers, Virus and spyware removal; No fix no fee - Evening visits to suit you. Contact: Mark Doyle 01395 233694 (1/12) FARMHOUSE BED & BREAKFAST AND APARTMENT, twin and double rooms. CL Caravan Club site. Jenny Broom, Courtbrook Farm, Clyst St George. 01392 877710. www.courtbrook.co.uk (12/12) ACCOUNTS AND TAX SERVICE Sole Trades, Partnerships, Limited Companies and Personal Tax. Full range of advice. Fixed fee plans and free initial consultation/quotation. Wheelers Accountants Tel: 233184 (7/24) MATHS TUITION: Experienced, female Maths teacher available to teach primary to GSCE level maths, 11+ and SATs prep. Reasonable rates. Jane Moffatt on 01395 279952 / 07730 877889 janepmoffatt@gmail.com. (8/12)
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Mike Dickson Gardening All Jobs Considered Specialist in hedge cutting, shrub pruning and grass.
Tel: 07985 697205
Little China
THE WHITE HART
Fish & Chips and Chinese Food to Take Away
01395 489259
Telephone Orders Welcome 01395 233353 The Arch, Woodbury EX5 1LL OPENING HOURS CLOSED MONDAY Tuesday 5pm - 10pm Wednesday - Saturday 12 noon - 1:45pm & 5pm - 10pm Sunday 5pm - 9.30pm Food Allergies If you are allergic to any ingredients, please advise when making your order.
Cash Only
12th August, 9.00pm
80’s Night Featuring
ELECTRONIX
Including songs from OMD, Human League, Erasure, Depeche Mode, Soft Cell, Gary Numan and many more Please check out our facebook page or visit our website www.whitehartwoodbury.co.uk for upcoming events
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Welcoming New Patients A friendly, caring practice providing the very latest treatment techniques, in a relaxed setting:
Routine dental care with oral health assessment
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Finance available to make your desired treatment affordable. Call us to book an appointment.
Tel: 01395 442552
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WOODBURY GARAGE
MOTS SERVICE REPAIRS ALL MAKES & MODELS ENGINE DIAGNOSTICS
The Arch, Woodbury EX5 1LL woodburygarage@hotmail.co.uk
T: 01395 233004 M: 07527 125956
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Woodbury Dance Studio RAD BALLET Grades and Majors
Children from 2½ years Principal: Mary Griffiths ARAD, MA(Oxon) Tel: 01395 271249 marygriffiths@hotmail.com www.woodburydance.co.uk All classes at Woodbury C of E Primary School
TREE SURGERY & CONSULTANCY Fully Insured and qualified staff All aspects of tree work Stump grinding Tree survey/reports FREE quotations Office: 01884 232911 Mob: 07703105126 24 hr call out enquiries@arboricare.co.uk www.arboricare.co.uk
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Woodbury Salterton Village Hall
Woodbury Village Hall
Hall –Tables and Chairs, Well equipped kitchen with cooker and fridge, crockery and cutlery inclusive in hire. Modest Rates.
Available for: Dances and Parties Wedding Receptions Meetings and Classes Jumble Sales and Craft Fairs Badminton, Plays, Business Lettings
Hall and two meeting rooms, Fully equipped kitchen WIFI, sound system and projector
For bookings please contact:
For bookings please contact: Robin or Marian Lennox Tel: 01395 232126
Pat or Gill Bricknell 01395 232463
email:- woodburyvh@gmail.com www.woodburyvillagehall.org.uk
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W.S. TAXI 1 - 8 People
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
ALL BUILDING JOBS CONSIDERED
R. Miller & Son Painters and Decorators THORNS COTTAGE, WOODBURY
Tel: Woodbury 233773 All work expertly carried out under personal supervision.
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