Love Saltash September 2017

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Hello and welcome...

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SHOP LOCAL

There’s a bit of urgency to this issue –

For art lovers,

September always brings a change in the air as

there’s the

those of us who return to school and college

Ashtorre

need to remember how to get out the door on

exhibition and

time in the morning.

Drawn to the

Firstly – this is a community magazine after all!

Valley Open

– please can you have

Studios running till

a look in sheds and

September 10. Music lovers will be fully satisfied

outhouses for a very

at the Union Inn Music Festival in aid of Help

sad lost cat. Jenny and

the Heroes and Riding for the Disabled, and the

her kids have been

amazing family festival at Landulph raising funds

desperately putting up

for the church roof, both running on September

posters and leaving messages on Facebook to find

2-3. There is the Winkle Fair on September 9,

their much-loved family pet, Molly. She is tortoise

Community Games at Saltmill, Heritage open

shell with white tummy and socks and quite timid,

Days throughout the county, and the Esedhvos

only two years old. She has been missing for a

celebrating Cornish Culture, this year held in

while, so any news would be welcome. You can

Launceston August 30- September 5.

contact Jenny on Karen’s details below.

Later on, in the month there is the Walking

In Saltash and its environs there’s a whole host of

Festival, and of course, Looe Music Festival to

events happening in the first week of September.

round off the summer with sun, sand, music

So, have a quick look at our contents page, or

and fireworks. What a glorious part of the world

jump to the Out and About section at the back of

we live in!

the magazine so you don’t miss out!

Plenty of time to sit on the sofa next month!

Love Saltash is published by Cornerstone Vision in association with Backbone Media Editorial: Karen Pilkington & Jenny Lightley Design: Naomi Girdler Front Cover Illustration: Original artwork by Ian Pethers. ©Tamar Valley Tourism To purchase a print visit: www.welovethetamarvalley.co.uk/shop Available in 2 sizes A1 and A2, signed and unsigned.

Karen & Jenny

To advertise with Love Saltash, contact Cornerstone Vision at 01752 225623 or email karen@cornerstonevision.com The views expressed in Love Saltash are not necessarily those of the publishers. Every effort is taken to ensure the accuracy of all information contained in this magazine. However, the publishers do not accept any liability for any advice or information included in the magazine.

Please note that NO content or artwork published in this or any issue of Love Saltash can be used or reproduced in any print or online format without written permission having been given.

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Contents 6 - 7 In Brief

36 - 37 Youth Voice

8 - 9 Town Messenger

38 - 40 Student News

10 Student News

42 - 43 Art News

12 - 13 Community Enterprise PL12

44 Nature News

15 Shop Local

45 The Core

19 Community News

46 Mental Health

21 In Brief

48 Family News

22 Meet Neil Gallacher

50 Music Scene

26 - 27 Fitness News

51 Livewire Youth Music

30 Family News

52 - 53 Music Scene

32 Saltash Cadet News

54 Business Focus

34 - 35 Port Eliot Festival

57 - 64 Out and About

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IN BRIEF

AWARDS HANDED IS YOUR BUSINESS IN THE OUT TO SALTASH TAMAR VALLEY? YOUTH FOOTBALL

Is your business in the Tamar Valley? Tamar Valley Tourism Association (TAVATA) is a voluntary organisation whose aim is to promote tourism in the Tamar Valley and surrounding areas We actively promote the Tamar Valley as a desirable holiday destination, attracting both national and international tourists.

Our members accommodate an impressive 75,000+ guests per annum and guests want recommendations about local attractions and where to eat and visit thus benefiting those who offer accommodation, restaurants, pubs, visitor attractions, business services and more.

CLUB TEAMS

Under 14s Girl Team with Club Secretary Kevin Roberts

Saltash Youth Football Club recently held its annual presentation night at the Social Club. John and Sue Hooper, who have been firm supporters of the club in recent years presented trophies to the younger teams including the U12 and U14 girls.

The club was formed almost twenty years ago and currently enters ten teams in the Devon Junior and Minor league. The U18 boys recently enjoyed a very successful season, winning the league and U18s

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county, and were runners up in the League Cup. To provide a route for players to progress into adult football, the club was fortunate to take over the running of St Stephens Borough F.C who play in the East Cornwall Premier League; made possible by the generous sponsorship of Saltash Social Club.

The club continues to promote girls football and this season will be running new U18s and U11s teams, thanks to a grant from Saltash Town Council’s Community Fund.

It is also hoped to form a new U11s boys team.

Anyone who feels that their son or daughter would be interested in playing for the club can contact the club secretary Kevin Roberts on 07775 572339

IN BRIEF Trustees Sue Hooper and Steph Carter presenting to the Maciver-Redwood family, and below to Fire Cadets Ethan Valero and Sam Walker.

SUE HOOPER CHARITABLE FOUNDATION supporting young people

The Saltash Fire Cadets recently received £250

Rosie Maciver-Redwood also received £250 from the

from the Sue Hooper Charitable Foundation

foundation to help her participate in the Youth Music

towards purchasing four side drums so that young

Theatre performances in Belfast. Rosie’s cheque was

musicians can participate in the local Fire Service

accepted by her parents Kate and Andy and brothers

Ceremonial Pipes and Drums Marching Band.

Oliver and James.

Each year the Saltash Fire Cadets travel to Ypres with

The Foundation which is a registered charity

their leaders for the annual Remembrance service to

was founded to aid and support the promotion

commemorate the end of WW1 in Europe. The young

of music, drama, and the performing arts.

people will be able to use their new side drums in

For further details please refer to their website

November this year when they travel to Belgium.

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TOWN MESSENGER

Message from the Mayor of Saltash, Councillor Jean Dent Many thanks to all who enquired after my broken arm. It is gradually getting better and should be as good as new within a couple of weeks. What a day to choose to trip over, although I cannot fault the treatment I got at A&E in Derriford.

the correct times to turn the traffic flow on and off. A wonderful thing is technology! So please give it time for the contractors to get it right.

The station site is now clean and the process of grant raising and getting together ideas from local The Town Council has had some good news about the architects is taking place to see what a future station Carkeel Roundabout scheme. The contractors think building might look like. that, although the completion date was said to be Spring next year, it may well be finished by the end of As I write this the commemorative services for this year. Let’s hope that the new system will speed the battle of Passchendaele is on the television. It up the flow of traffic especially for people who find brings to mind the sacrifices made by many to give it difficult to get from Saltash towards Callington and us the freedom we enjoy and should cherish. Peter vice versa during the peak flow periods. When the Clements, a local historian, has done research through traffic lights are put into place they will apparently The War Graves Commission and found 4 men from take a few months to bed in, they need to “learn” Saltash died during this long and dreadful battle.

Reporting of highway or countryside issues If you notice an issue affecting a footway or highway in the town the quickest way to report it is to complete the form on the Cornwall Council website.

The link to the form is as follows: https://secure. cornwall.gov.uk/selfservice/citizenportal/form. aspx?form=Report_a_highway_or_countryside_issue

You can report potholes, overgrown vegetation/ hedges, flooding, mud or debris amongst other things. Cornwall Council will then investigate.

To report urgent or hazardous defects please call Highways Emergencies on 0300 1234 222 which is operational 24/7.

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News from Saltash Town Council Konsel an dre Essa

Recycling, Rubbish & Waste The Town Council frequently hears from residents having problems with animals and birds trying to open rubbish bags that have been put out for collection. Cornwall Council advises that collections begin at 7.00am and your waste should be put out by that time.

Your rubbish is your responsibility until it is collected. If it creates a litter problem and you don’t take steps to stop it happening again, you may receive a fixed penalty notice. You can buy your own traditional bin or wheeled bin (no bigger than 140 litres) or put up to three black sacks of waste in a

Your Town Council

reusable seagull proof bag which can be purchased from the one stop shop in the library for ÂŁ3.50.

The recycling scheme has recently been upgraded in Saltash and you can now recycle most plastic pots, tubs and trays. All properties will have received a leaflet explaining the changes to the scheme which has already significantly reduced the amount of household rubbish and increased the material being recycled. If you need additional recycling containers these can be ordered online, at the one stop shop in the library or by telephoning 0300 1234 141.

Saltash North

Saltash South Saltash East

John Brady j.brady@saltash. gov.uk

Averil Pinckney a.pinckney@ saltash.gov.uk

Chris Cook c.cook@ saltash.gov.uk

Steve Thorn s.thorn@ saltash.gov.uk

Garry Taylor Casey Warrington Julie Rance g.taylor@saltash. c.warrington@ j.rance@saltash. gov.uk saltash.gov.uk gov.uk Bill Phillips VACANCY b.phillips@saltash. gov.uk

Saltash West

Town Clerk:

Richard Bickford Gloria Challen Ray Lane r.bickford@saltash. g.challen@saltash. t.844846 gov.uk gov.uk Email: enquiries@ Mike Parker Jean Dent saltash.gov.uk m.parker@saltash. j.dent@saltash.

Mayor: gov.uk gov.uk

VACANCY

Steve Miller s.miller@ saltash.gov.uk

Jean Dent

Deputy Mayor: David Yates

David Yates d.yates@saltash. gov.uk

Saltash Town Council, The Guildhall, Lower Fore Street, Saltash, Cornwall PL12 6JX Tel: 01752 844846 | Email: enquiries@saltash.gov.uk | Web: saltash.gov.uk

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STUDENT NEWS

SALTASH.NET STUDENTS CELEBRATE A LEVEL SUCCESS What a great deal the post-16 students have to celebrate at saltash.net this summer. Not only are the U18 footballers County Champions, but there’s a wonderful set of Advanced Level examination results too.

Yet again, almost 50% of the A level cohort achieved A*-B grades, and with 107 students in the year group, that’s quite an achievement!

There are so many individual Phoebe and Oona Svarc success stories and all at saltash.net are incredibly proud of the young people who have worked so hard and demonstrated exceptional resilience in the face of tougher new A level exams this year.

A special mention must go to the top performer, Ed Gilford with an impressive suite of five A* grades in Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics and the Extended Project Qualification. He is off to Cambridge University to study Natural Sciences.

Twins, Oona and Phoebe Svarc, netted an impressive two As, three Bs and one C between them and are both off to Southampton University to read Sociology.

Other top performers with three or more A levels at A grade or above are Lily Spencer, Michael Spencer, Bethan Barrett, Alex Ferguson, Bronwen Hall, William Illingworth, Philippa Rule, Walter Stroud, and Emily Sweet.

There were some stunning results in Year 12 too, with Caitlin James and Harry Lockley securing four A grades each and Keith Harrison, Lewis Jones and Adam Olver achieving three As and one B grade apiece.

This bodes very well for continued A level success next year.

New headteacher, Kate Littledyke, was absolutely thrilled with the results: “I am very proud of all our students who have really shown the pertinence of the school motto: if you do believe you can achieve!”

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Find out more at www.communityenterprisespl12.co.uk

Community Enterprises PL12 is a social enterprise, run by local people to benefit the area as a whole. Anyone who lives and works in and around Saltash can join us as a volunteer team member, or benefit from the things we do and the services we offer.

Our Chair, Peter Thistlethwaite, looks at our future prospects….

With our tenth anniversary now past, I am proud to reflect on our record as a Community Interest Company set up to support social and economic development in the PL12 area.

Community Enterprises PL12 is a limited company, but entirely notfor-profit, which means we plough company surpluses back into local projects. With a businesslike approach, we have tackled some issues that affect us all. For example: to help sustain the economy of Fore Street, we set up the SaltashCard, run a market in a once derelict shop, and sponsor pop-up shops; to encourage community wellbeing, we have acquired two community buses, created an information Hub, provide support for families living with dementia, and are in touch with patients to speak for them to the NHS. Just think what we can do in the next ten years. We have a business model that has stood the test of time, and one that will be developed. On our radar now are an expansion of community transport including our innovative service to Derriford Hospital, and the permanent acquisition of 18 Belle Vue Road, which we have run for nearly two years. By taking on the lease we have secured Citizens Advice in the town, improved facilities for the Saltash FoodBank, as well as providing town centre office space for local businesses and organisations. We are now engaged in planning the future of St Barnabas Hospital.

We remain financially solvent, and as a group of Directors giving their time voluntarily, we are determined to see continued investment in the area, and show how “enterprising” local citizens can be.

Do have a think about whether you have some time to help us in our ambitions - we’re interested in you. Some of you might also have experience in running services or businesses, or managing money - your skills would help us. Have a look at our website…. …..but most importantly, do come and meet Directors and volunteers at an informal Special Event on Tuesday 19 September from 6-7.15 pm at the Guildhall. Drinks and nibbles provided.

As part of that Event, our special guest will be local man Neil Gallacher from BBC Spotlight, who will speak briefly about his experiences of local enterprise and answer questions. (see page 22) We’re looking forward to an enjoyable night. You’d also be welcome to stay on for our Annual General Meeting, aiming to finish by 8.30pm.

Phone me anytime on 07813 890416 or email chair@communityenterprisespl12.co.uk

It’s easy to join us!

How to get in touch: • Drop in: our Community Hub is open Tuesday to Saturday - call for opening hours

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Call: 01752 848348 Email: info@communityenterprisesPL12.co.uk www.communityenterprisesPL12.co.uk Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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Are you, or someone close to you affected by dementia?

We run a weekly drop-in café at Number 4, Fore Street every Tuesday from 10am to 1pm.

Everyone is most welcome to attend. As well as tea, cake and a chance to chat we offer information about services and activities for individuals and families affected by dementia. No need to book in advance.

For more information about Dementia Voice PL12 visit our website: www.communityenterprisespl12.co.uk/projects/ dementia-voice-pl12/ Email: info@dementiapl12.uk Telephone: 01752 848348

Hopper News

Sunday 17 September Sunday Lunch at Porthbyhan Hotel, in Looe 11.30am - 4pm £5 Saturday 23 September Craft Exhibition Westpoint and/or Exeter Shopping 9.30am - 3.30pm £10 (plus admission) Sunday 24 September Lunch at Hilltop Farm Shop then Davidstow Moor Memorial Museum 11.00am - 5.30pm £5

Our Hopper Trips are really popular, why not join us in September? We have some great destinations – including Looe Music Festival (Saturday and Sunday).

Perfect if you don’t fancy camping, but do fancy a great night out!

Saturday 30 September Looe Music Festival Lulu 11am - late £7 (Festival Day Tickets £40)

Friday 1 September Bude Jazz Festival (Final Day) 11am - 7pm £12

Sunday 1 October Looe Music Festival Happy Mondays 11am - late £7 (Festival Day Tickets £40)

Wednesday 6 September Padstow and Port Isaac 10am - 5pm £7.50 Saturday 9 September Trago and Newton Abbot Market 10am - 5pm £6 Sunday 10 September Lunch at the Pickwick Inn St Izzey & on to Padstow for afternoon tea 10.30am - 6pm £13 Tuesday 12 September Widecombe Fair 10am - 5pm £7 Saturday 16 September Afternoon in Tavistock 1pm - 5pm

All prices listed above do not include admission charges or meals.

We pick up and drop off passengers around Saltash.

Plus, on all trips going west on the A38, we can stop at Tideford and Landrake too. For trips the other way, we are happy to collect you for a small extra charge.

For more information or to book a place on any Hopper trip, pop into 4 Fore Street on Tuesdays (10am - 1pm), Wednesdays (10am - 2pm) or on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays (9.30am - 3.30pm) or call 01752 848348.

See all our latest Hopper trips at communityenterprisespl12.co.uk/projects/hopper-bus

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Saltash Local Produce Market Location: 4 Fore Street, Saltash (opposite Specsavers) Date: Friday 1 September and Saturday 16 September Time: 10.00 am to 2.00 pm Stalls will be manned by local producers who are proud of their food which is always full of flavour. Products include honey, apple juice, bread, cakes (including gluten and dairy free), eggs, bacon, sausages, pork, quiches, pies, smoked fish, cheese, fruit and vegetables Please come and meet our producers. They will be pleased to talk to you.

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The fantastic community businesses in this section are all based locally, and your support means the world to them.

Its probably fair to assume that every local business in our area is a community business of some kind.

Years ago, the local shop keeper would not be vilified for taking profits out of the area, as he was as much a part of the community as anyone else.

However, as Poldark reminds us, if the local shop was also owned by the local mine owner forcing his mine workers to pay high prices for necessities, and thus undermining their wages, then we can safely say there has never been a golden age of community that we need to go back to!

We, at Love Saltash, prefer to look forward – to how we can work together to make our community the best it can be.

We can and do attract people from outside through excellent events, through attractive parking schemes, advertising and marketing, and from our own rave reviews about what a good place Saltash is to visit.

We can also practice what we preach, by shopping in the town too – whether we are looking for something special or whether we just have some groceries to get.

To remind us of the kind of lifestyle that benefits all of us when we choose to do this, we have reprinted, by kind permission, the Totally Locally Manifesto that we included last month. We think it’s worth reading again for a bit of inspiration to help us modify our own behaviour just a little this month.

Live Totally Shop Locally Say something good Invest in your town Walk in that door you always pass SLOW DOWN Be a tourist in your own town Find the value in the cost Eat food grown within walking distance Get to know your Baker Discuss the weather See what’s on your doorstep Discover your community Ask an expert Find out who can do it in the place that you live Learn the name of the person at the till Smell the fruit before you buy Find your favourite place and tell someone else about it Show your kids their future Look up and admire the view Ask your butcher how to cook your dinner Make conversation with a stranger Find out what’s made in your area Love where you Live Invest in your Future

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However, when the sun does shine – and early Autumn can often be glorious – there are plenty of nooks and crannies to grab a few rays in the middle of doing some errands.

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CHARITY REVIVAL IN SALTASH

Love Saltash was recently introduced to a littleknown charity, Toc H. Founded by Rev “Tubby” Clayton in WW1, and named after a house of refuge he established close to Ypres, its mission statement sounds very relevant a century later. It aims, “to work with the community to promote friendship and service, to confront prejudice and practice reconciliation, with four key qualities, friendship, service, fairmindedness and witness”.

The organisation was widespread and went international soon after it was founded, but struggled to transition into the 21st Century. Recently, however, a new branch has begun in Looe, and the organisation may well be in for something of a revival.

The two Toc H banners pictured are at this moment in Bristol having conservation work done to them.

This is part of an Heritage Lottery Fund project involving 10 Museums in Devon and Cornwall, called ‘Raising the Standard’ Saltash Heritage are part of this project and they will be having a day of flag and banner making in the Museum on Saturday 30th September 2017.

The museum is hoping that Cubs and Beavers, Brownies and Rainbows might be interested as they will be showing the youngsters the importance of Banners, Flags and badges, the importance of team work and working together for a particular aim.

The Banners will be put on display for one day only and will be unveiled by several old Toc H members at 10.30am From 11.30 to 3.30 there will be workshops for young people. The museum is small and can only work with around 12 young visitors at a time, so there is an opportunity for some real personal interaction.

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Photographs and possibly filming will happen on the day so relevant permissions will be required.

If you would like to know more about the day, you can contact Lizzie Asprey on 01752 847800 or secretary@saltash-heritage.org.uk

LIONS PREPARE FOR WINKLE FAIR

Another remarkable service based organisation, also celebrating its centenary is alive and well in Saltash.

Lions Clubs International are men and women who volunteer to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs.

Join Saltash Lions Club for the revival of the traditional Winkle Fair. They are bringing back this marvellous piece of Saltash heritage and celebrating with local families on Saltash waterfront. If you have any memories of the previous Winkle Fairs they would love to hear from you, in order that they can make this event as memorable as possible for all generations.

The Winkle Fair will be held between 11am and 4pm on Saturday 9th September 2017 and is a free entry, family friendly event, perfect for lovers of seafood, fresh fish, local produce and fresh air!

True to Cornish tradition, a King Cockle and Queen Winkle will be chosen during the festivities situated on the banks of the Tamar on Brunel Green, outside Just Be, Livewire and the Union Inn. There will be sandcastle competitions, sand art and crabbing competitions, with plenty of stalls to wander around and good food and drink available from waterfront businesses and stall holders.

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LOCAL NEWS

Meet Neil

Gallacher, BBC Spotlight

Business Correspondent

Did you know Neil has strong connections with this town? Community Enterprises PL12 interviewed him for Love Saltash.

CEPL12: Where did you grow up, Neil?

N: Carkeel. I lived there throughout my childhood.

I went to what is now Brunel Primary, then Saltash Comprehensive School.

CEPL12: How did you get into journalism?

N: When I finished my A-levels there was a good opportunity and I took it. The Daily Mirror training scheme was based in Plymouth and it took on graduates from all over Britain.

Competition was very fierce for places on the scheme. But it also for some reason accepted a couple of Neil Gallacher local school leavers each year, and competition for those places was much lower. I’d written a couple of pieces for the Cornish Times while at school, and that clinched it.

CEPL12: Have you ever worked farther afield?

N: Not really. I did a month training on the Worcester Evening News. I never wanted to work in London or Manchester as many others in

journalism try to do. You’d have to live in a shoebox of a flat, and work weird shifts. I can’t see how that would improve anyone’s quality of life.

CEPL12: Where did your interest in business come from, and what advice would you give to people wanting to start businesses locally now?

N: I’m interested in what makes communities tick. And how could they tick more profitably? Do you wonder why wages go down as you go west from say Exeter? In 1998 I actually won a Royal Television Society Gold Medal for my work on the closure of the South Crofty tin mine, and its impact on the local community. One piece of advice only: if you’re thinking of accessing EU grant funding in any of its forms, be quick about it.

CEPL12: What would you have done if you hadn’t become a journalist?

N: Good question. I often think about that.

Journalism is a weird trade that churns out little of lasting value. You can’t imagine society without it, but arguably it has certain destructive tendencies.

I think if I were 16 again, I might be tempted by becoming an architect. That might be seriously hard work though, all that study. And to give journalism its due, it’s never really boring.

CEPL12: What do you do away from work?

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“If a medication existed which had a similar effect to physical activity, it would be regarded as a wonder drug or a miracle cure,” says Sir Liam Donaldson, the former Chief Medical Officer of England.

Indeed, keeping active helps us feel both healthy and happy. People that stay active get less stressed, sleep better, feel better, have a 30% lower risk of getting depressed, keep their minds sharp, improve their memories, and reduce their risk of having dementia.

Walking is already one of the most popular physical activities in the world. It’s open to nearly everyone – only 4% of us need help to walk outside our homes or can’t do it at all. For most of us walking is as simple as slipping on a pair of shoes and opening the front door.

It’s perfect for people who have poor health, or don’t fancy intense exercise.

There are lots of reasons why walking is so accessible: • walking is free – you don’t need expensive gym membership or special shoes to take part • you can wear everyday clothes so you won’t feel you stand out on the street • walking is gentle, so you’re unlikely to get injured • it’s fun to get together with friends and go for a walk • it’s a healthy way of getting where you need to be

• you can do it almost anywhere at any time • you can start off slowly and build up gradually as you get more confident Walking makes a great ‘gateway’ to the world of exercise because it often inspires people to try out other healthy activities.

Once you have got yourself used to not taking the car for every trip, Local Walk and Talk Groups are a great way to meet new people, explore your area, and improve health, and there is no cost to join.

Walking for Health, every Thursday morning, offers a series of easy walks varying from 30- to 90-minute strolls. On each walk there will be two fully trained walk leaders, giving all the support and encouragement you’ll need if you’re just starting out, or getting back into shape after an illness or operation. Most walks begin at the Tamar Valley Centre, Drakewalls, near Gunnislake.

There are two other Walk and Talk Groups locally: one meets every Monday in and around Saltash, and the other is every Wednesday around the rest of the Tamar Valley (and beyond!)

These groups are of a ‘medium ability’ level, many walks being quite energetic and lasting over 1.5 hours over varying terrain.

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EW WONDER DRUG! Showing the way, Tamar Valley walkers Dave Olver and Steve and Maggie Yarland with Barney (J. Bowers - photo)

All three groups are supported by the Tamar Valley AONB, and more information is available on their website: www.tamarvalley.org.uk/explore/ events/walkandtalk/ You can also contact them at info@tamarvalley.org.uk or call 01822 835030 At this year’s South East Cornwall Walking Festival, there are two confirmed walks just outside the front door (more or less!) for Saltash residents…

Monday 18 September: Antony Passage Walk 10.30am, St Stephens Church, Saltash, (SX417584) Join Saltash Walk & Talk Group for a gentle stroll down along this fascinating creek, part of the Forder Conservation Area. Meet. Walk alongside Forder Lake from Forder village to Antony Passage, up steps through woods and fields to Trematon Castle. One steep downhill at start, some hills with an alternative to St. Stephens Hill on the return. Walk lasts approx two hours.

Saturday 23 September: FORAGING with Andy Pearson 1.30pm-3.30pm, St. Stephens Church, Saltash (SX417584) Join the friends of Churchtown Farm Community Nature Reserve for a walk looking for edible plants. A fun afternoon suitable for families. Please bring a mug and a spoon to enjoy soup cooked on the foreshore.

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FAMILY NEWS Images by Charlotte Dart

PENGRILLIE 2017 a HUGE SUCCESS The folk at Pentillie Castle, organisers of PenGrillie, wanted to say a huge thank you for the overwhelming support and turn out at the BBQ Festival in August.

until the next one. “

The organisers expressed their heartfelt thanks to the judges, demo chefs, musicians, sponsors and to all the BBQ teams who provided so With 250 advance Grand Champions - Riviera BBQ much fun and ticket sales, the night before, they expected a crowd, but were blown entertainment, as well as incredible food. The overall Grand Champion title was awarded to away by over 2000 visitors to the event.

It’s clear that our part of the world knows how Riviera Barbecue for a second year. to throw a great party, and visitors came in their droves, no doubt encouraged by the sunshine.

One reviewer on Facebook said, “Nothing like it in the UK. Fantastic location with stunning gardens and views across the Tamar. An event run by passionate people who ensure that this is relaxed, fun and enjoyable for the whole family. Can’t wait

Landulph Under Fives Preschool raised a whopping £800 from the kids tent and bouncy castle, and Childrens Hospice South West received £663.

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SALTASH CADETs NEWS The victorious 335 Squadron team after their win at Brickfields.

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Victorious at Wing Athletics Meet

The Plymouth and Cornwall Wing RAF Air Cadets Athletics Championships returned to its old home of Brickfields in Plymouth after several years at the Par Athletics Stadium.

This years overall winners were 335(Saltash) Squadron. Commanding Officer, Flt Lt Warren Bowden said; ‘Although were are a relatively small squadron, this result demonstrates not only the ability, but also the commitment of the

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PORT ELIOT FESTIVAL

RAIN AND MUD DIDN’t STO

Another year, another Port Eliot Festival. With 2017’s festivities sold out, the Eliot estate in St Germans was even more of a buzz of music, poetry, art, fashion and literature than ever before. The apocalyptic weather, and the mud bogs that followed did make its mark on this year’s event, but accepting it and ignoring it was an option with the line up stronger than ever. It was easy enough to find distractions from the rain.

Some of the musical highlights over the weekend were easily Nick Lowe, Flamingods, The Comet is Coming, Fumaca Preta, H.Hawkline and Bombino.

Local lot Tinned Fruit, Antimatador and Jake Calladine Band were really great too.

Karen Elson at the Church

Nick Lowe

Representing fashion was the legendary Zandra Rhodes who hosted a screen printing workshop and even took part in a life drawing class, and visiting Cornwall for one weekend only was the actor behind TV serial killer legend Dexter Morgan, Michael C Hall. Treats to say the least for fashion and TV crime fans alike.

The food options didn’t disappoint either, with some incredible cuisines to choose from. With delights such as Plymouth’s B Bar serving the finest Thai noodles, incredible Dosa wraps and Bhaji Bowls from the South Indian Street food stall, and the Mac and Cheese stall

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PORT ELIOT FESTIVAL

OP THE FUN AT PORT ELIOT was one not to be missed.

With fairy lights draped around the woods, lots of interesting and hidden props as well as areas with hammocks, chairs, benches and secret stages, the atmosphere at Port Eliot is always upbeat, exciting and magical. A lively vibe at the Ace of Clubs kept the party going late into the night, the Boogie Round kept the funk and disco rhythms going all weekend and with the Park stage and the Caught by the River stage showcasing some of the best

talent of this year, there was more than enough to keep you occupied for the three day event.

Despite the weather there was even adults and kids alike wading their way through the estruary to have some muddy fun in the intermittent sun.

Port Eliot offers so much to its attendees, with a beautiful setting and a huge host of activities and acts for parents, kids, teenagers and everyone in between. The atmosphere is friendly and inviting, with an emphasis on letting your hair down and enjoying a magical weekend away from it all. Tickets are already on sale now for 2018’s festival, so don’t miss out, as they’re bound to sell out again!

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YOUTH VOICE

LOTS OF FUN FO STUDENTS AT P

As the summer is approaching the end, upon reflection, August has been a month of celebration of local talent that has particularly shone through, even if the sun has not!

The annual event of the Port Eliot Festival, on the Eliot estate at St Germans has always been a tremendous platform for young people to experience a realm of enjoyment through using their talent; whether that be performing or getting involved in the plethora of fun activities that are available on the site.

This year, the local festival was bustling with vibrancy and fulfilled its unique status with acts such as a mobile piano on a bicycle roaming the grounds and an abundance of food stalls ready

to tantalize the taste buds of many with mouthwatering cuisine. The festival encouraged not only local people, but festival-goers from further afield.

ESSA Drama, an established local drama school for children were delighted to be invited to host drama workshops in a yurt in the hullabaloo area (children’s entertainment area), in conjunction with Rogue Theatre, who are also a local theatre company who provided theatrical performances and story-telling. ESSA Drama provided drama games to include miming activities, improvisation and object stories, whilst parents could take advantage of the time to relax and enjoy the festival. Children were able to meet new friends, have fun and learn valuable new skills which they

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OR SALTASH PORT ELIOT

By Rose Bonner, Secretary of Saltash Town Youth Council and graduate of saltash.net community school. may wish to utilise in the future. Teachers Kaye Bonner and Kate Gibbons stated that “we had as much fun as the children”. In fact, Mel Bennett, a parent and festival-goer whose children attended the workshops emphasised that “the workshops were great fun, thanks to Kaye who has a wonderful ability to bring out the confidence in every child she works with”. It was fair to say that the Port Eliot Festival certainly had a lot in store for children wishing to have fun with drama.

The local youth also had the opportunity to perform and showcase their skills to an appreciative audience at the festival. Pitcher,

a band associated with Livewire Youth Project had the chance to experience performing at the reputable festival and attracted a large energetic audience to see them perform who got up out of their seats to dance to their music. Another artist lucky enough to perform at the festival were a pair of drum and bass DJs who go by the name of Wrexx. It is hard to deny that there wasn’t a soul that was still; everyone couldn’t help but dance.

Despite the Biblical weather where everyone was in fact knee deep in mud, this did not put off the spirited attendees in carrying on to thoroughly enjoy the thriving festival.

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STUDENT NEWS

NEW SKILLS FOR SCHOOL STUDENTS

If you’re just starting a new school, it’s great to know that there are exciting opportunities available. Year 7,8 and 9 students from Saltash.net Community School visited Cornwall College Saltash, the new onsite construction centre and Koko hair and beauty salons, to develop new skills that may serve them well in the future.

The hair and beauty group learnt an array of beauty techniques from how to do facials, applying make-up professionally and how to prepare their nails. They worked on mood boards, searched for inspiration from magazines and presented their finished results during a photo shoot on Friday afternoon.

Senior Teacher at saltash.net, Roger Reynolds, said the week “has been really beneficial for the students.”

“These partnership activities provide our students with a unique opportunity to develop basic practical skills that could lead to future employment and

apprenticeships, and also teaches them skills that would help them with their GCSE option choices in year 10, “Roger continued.

“They have loved every day, they have had a real sense of achievement from each activity they have done.

They were so positive and motivated when they came back that many felt far more confident in what the future could hold for them when they leave school.”

Year 7 student at saltash.net, Ruby Gilbert, said the “week has been really good.”

“I have made new friends and I feel my confidence has really grown with each new hairdressing skill I have learnt. I have always been interested in following a career in the hairdressing industry. I would love to have my own salon one day.”

For more information on the range of courses available at Cornwall College Saltash visit www.cornwall.ac.uk or contact the College on 0330 123 2523.

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STUDENT NEWS

Duchy College trials for Plymouth

Argyle Football Education Programme Duchy College and Plymouth Argyle (PAFC) recently held a trial day for potential recruits on their Football Education Programme at Duchy College, Stoke Climsland.

Duchy College is a specialist arm of The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), focusing on courses for the rural economy, health and wellbeing and business sectors. Duchy College is based on two main campus sites within Cornwall; Stoke Climsland near Callington and Rosewarne near Camborne. The Stoke Climsland campus is the largest, stretching across 660 acres of rolling countryside, on a working farm.

The Football Education Programme, based at Duchy College Stoke Climsland, covers all aspects of the professional game from nutrition and fitness to injury analysis and coaching. The students also receive training sessions from a Plymouth Argyle coach and are able to further develop their skills by undertaking work experience at Argyle’s Home Park stadium. Those who complete

the course could progress into a number of key areas in sport and fitness to include coaching, nutrition, injury prevention, teaching or further study.

Team Lead for Sport and Outdoor Adventure at Duchy College, Darren Evans, said the Plymouth Argyle Football Programme at Duchy College is in its second year and “has proven to be a very popular course for learners who not only love football but want to develop their future career options when pursuing University courses or seeking employability in the sports industry.”

“The students on the course get to train and play football three times a week during their four day a week academic programme and have added opportunities such as practical sessions at PAFC and work experience with their community coaches” For more information on the range of Sports courses available across The Cornwall College Group visit www.cornwall.ac.uk or contact the College on 0330 123 2523

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TERESA WICKSTEED: SOUND HEALER

Rame Peninsula artist, Teresa Wicksteed, has for around one hour. You relax on a therapy couch developed a new string to her bow, and is now a while Teresa makes vocal sounds, or “tones” somewhere between chanting and singing. This is practicing Sound Healer.

She explains: “My abstract oil paintings express interspersed with meditative silence, to allow you to integrate the sound healing. energies we feel but cannot see, Teresa’s painting As the body is around seventy per and Sound Healing harnesses Celestial, 2014 cent water, sound waves easily invisible energy in the form of flow through and re-balance sound waves and focuses them. internal organs and tissue.

My art practice complements my As sound flows through the body Sound Healing practice; one uses the client experiences a feeling Light, and one Sound waves.” of very deep relaxation; in this A sound healing treatment lasts balanced and deeply relaxed state, it is easy for holistic healing on all levels to occur.

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For more info, email Teresa on COLLEGEOFSOUNDHEALING.CO.UK teresa@teresawicksteed.co.uk

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SALTASH ARTISTS in summer EXhibition Ashtorre Artists summer exhibition is now in full Hilary Hughes swing, having opened its doors to the public on Painting and Quirky Lamps Saturday August 26 and continuing each day until 15 Coombe Road, Saltash, Cornwall, PL12 4ER September 10. Admission is free and opening 07775 590956 hilary@hilaryhughes.org.uk times are 10am – 4pm daily. Refreshments are www.hilaryhughes.org.uk available, toilets are located within the building 11am to 4pm daily and there is disabled access.

Hilary’s paintings are an expression of the The group of local artists support the Drawn to the experience of landscape. Perhaps a walk in the Valley Open Studios Event, which woods or on a beach in the rain. coincides with the second week Hilary Hughes’ painting Cumulus She is also interested in the of their own exhibition, ensuring that there will be plenty of art on offer this month.

Drawn to the Valley Open Studios is a fantastic opportunity to get to know our local artists, and explore their studios, bursting with creativity. Running from 2-10 September, over 100 of the professional artists living within five miles of the River Tamar will throw open their doors to the public. We are lucky enough to have two right on our doorstep.

Details of both are listed below. There is no charge to visit, although if you find something you love, the artist will of course be delighted to sell their work! Openings times are listed beside each artist, but if in doubt please call before you travel.

Trisha Langdon Mixed Media Collage and Ceramics The Old School, Landulph Cross, nr Saltash, Cornwall PL12 6QQ 01752 842533 • Trisha.langdon@hotmail.com 11am-5pm daily Inspired by plants, architecture and the environment, Trish’s work is a mix of collage painting and mixed media. In addition, she has recently acquired a kiln and is enjoying a return to ceramics after a break of nearly 20 years.

From the A388 between Hatt and St Mellion, take the turning for Landulph and Cargreen. Follow the road for 2 miles. The Old School is the first house on the left at the 20 mph sign. Parking inside the gateway to the right. Not suitable for wheelchair users.

colours of disturbed landscapes found in, for example, old mine workings.

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NATURE NEWS

Tamar Valley AONB gives warm welcome to Lord Gardiner

he Tamar Valley - Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) team gave Lord Gardiner of Kimble, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Rural Affairs and Biosecurity, a warm welcome as he visited the area recently.

Lord Gardiner saw the Valley in all its glory as he was driven through St Dominick and Bohetherick to see the stunning view across the river Tamar, then down towards the National Trust’s tranquil Cotehele Quay.

At Deer Park Farm, Luckett, Lord Gardiner met the AONB team and representatives from local organisations who work together to keep the Tamar Valley AONB special.

Presentations on the Tamar Valley AONB Management Plan and key projects taking place in the protected landscape were given, highlighting the importance of collaborative working. Martin Howlett, farmer from Deer Park Farm and NFU representative, discussed with Lord Gardiner the challenges for farming in the Tamar Valley, the pioneering work on woodfuel from

hedges and his close working relationship with the AONB team.

On the Devon bank, the tour continued to the Tamar Trails, Gulworthy, where 25km of tracks and trails were created as part of the £7million Tamar Valley Mining Heritage Project. Lord Gardiner met representatives from Tamar Adventures, Tamar Community Trust and a range of volunteers who were busy maintaining the trails in preparation for summer visitors.

At the Tamar Valley Centre, Drakewalls, a locally produced lunch from Tamar Grow Local was enjoyed by Lord Gardiner, where he departed for an afternoon with Dartmoor National Park Authority colleagues.

Tamar Valley AONB Manager, Corinna Woodall, said, “It has been wonderful to showcase just some of the many activities and projects taking place in the Tamar Valley. Lord Gardiner has seen first hand the passion we all share for this beautiful landscape and the importance of continuing to conserve and enhance the Valley”.

THE CORE

COME TO THE CORE, YOU’LL NEVER BE BORED After its holiday break the Core, based at the Cornwall College site in Church Road, reopens its doors on September 4 to jam packed sessions of activity for young people. The following day the café space reopens for those of us who just need a little sit down!

The Core’s team of dedicated and professional youth workers supports local young people, enabling them to develop positive relationships, strengthen their self-esteem and confidence, and empower them to have a positive impact in the community.

The Café is open 8.30am-2pm, Monday to Friday alongside information and support services for young people. However, the café is open to everyone regardless of age.

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The Core Youth Workers run a frenetic programme of activities including climbing, boxing, youth nights and an after school drop in for those in Year 7 and above.

The building also allows several other community groups to use its facilities, including several clubs for the under 5s, a local church, dance group and a kick boxing club.

Please contact Charlotte or Tina on 01752 843176 if you are interested in any of the activities on offer and they can direct you accordingly. Normal opening hours are weekdays from 8.30am to 3pm, with a later closing time of 6pm on Fridays, and late night opening on Monday and Thursday.

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MENTAL HEALTH

ACADEMIC STRESS GETTING YOU DOWN? Article by Josh Williams of Psychology Associates For many people up and down the country, have done. I was fortunate to have people around September brings a fresh start and new beginnings me who highlighted and celebrated my personal as the new academic year kicks off. It is also a achievement and helped me to focus on the next significant transitional time as students of all kinds chapter of life. I believe this helped me to feel very progress to their next stage of study or training. positive about my results.

Tons of people will have received A-level results So what can you do about feelings of over the summer. While achieving those much disappointment after receiving exam results or anticipated results unlocks the possibility of missing out on a preferred university place? university, for a great many people rather than • Talk about it. It is helpful to know that you are enjoying a sense of accomplishment, they are not alone and talking to friends or using forums filled with a host of other, less welcome emotions, can be a great way of learning that there are lots of sadness or even stress and panic, as they believe other people who are feeling a bit lost, confused they under-achieved on results day. or bereft following results day or watching friends Unfortunately, feelings of disappointment leave for university. It is estimated that over 10% are unavoidable in our life experience. It is a of students starting university will have done completely natural and normal response to so by applying through clearing. Talking about unfulfilled hopes or expectations. It might be that a problem can help you to feel less isolated, you did not get the grades provide opportunity to learn you expected or hoped for on from other people’s similar results day. Even if you passed experience and generally help your exams and attained your you to feel more connected preferred university choice, to other people. A sense of you may still experience connectedness is strongly disappointment if your linked to individual wellbeing. grades were not as you • Catch your negative expected. Some people may thinking. The way we feel can achieve grades beyond their have a significant impact on expectation and this too can our thinking and if we are not bring mixed emotions. It is careful, or are unable to spot not normally a problem to it, we can end up allowing experience feelings of disappointment, however it our thoughts to run away on a narrow track that may become problematic if the feeling does not go spirals ever downwards and also seems very away or it gives rise to other feelings, like depression believable! If you believe that you under-achieved or anxiety which become persistent. Thinking back you may begin to have some negative thoughts to my personal experience of receiving A-level more generally about yourself, such as ‘I am a results I can see how easy it would have been to failure’, ‘I will never get that job I wanted’, ‘I’m compare my results to those who did ‘better’ than not good enough to hang out with those friends me and believe that I did not do as well as I ‘should’ anymore’. Simply asking yourself the question ‘is

MENTAL HEALTH this thought true?’ can help you to realise that an exam does not define you. When you notice a negative thought popping into your head, take a moment to ask yourself if you really need to believe what it is telling you and if not, give yourself a bit of positive encouragement instead!

• Keep positive. Feelings can have a huge impact on our thoughts. You know what? It works both ways. Adopting a positive outlook and actively choosing to shift negative thinking for positive thinking, will have an effect on your feelings. This can take practice as positive thinking is not always our default state as human beings. Have some fun and come up with a helpful mantra to spur yourself along with.

• Consider your values. In western culture it is easy to fall into a ‘goal directed’, rat race lifestyle; setting and pursuing goals that, feel fantastic when we achieve them, but can feel pretty lousy in the meantime. Given the long term nature in some of our goals (e.g. graduate from medical school)

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you can end up waiting an awful long time for that sense of achievement. A helpful alternative is to adopt a ‘values directed’ approach to life. A value is like a point of a compass. It is a direction with no endpoint, so you cannot fail to ‘achieve’ it. It doesn’t matter where you are, how you are feeling, whether you get your predicted grades, you can always choose to act in line with your values and this can bring a far greater sense of purpose and meaning to life, beyond the short lived buzz of achieving a goal. It might be that medical school was the goal but flunking chemistry means you fail to meet the conditions of your university offer.

Under a goal directed life approach you have failed, until next year at least. However, if it is your values around challenging yourself and being industrious, hardworking and dedicated that lead you to aim for medical school, by focusing on these values you will always find a way to live by them and enjoy the sense of personal wellbeing they bring.

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FAMILY NEWS

JOIN THE FUN AT

LANDULPH

CRAFT ALE

FESTIVAL Enjoy craft ale and camping in the Tamar Valley’s picturesque parish of Landulph at the Landulph Craft Ale Festival a fabulous finale for the summer holidays.

Returning for its second year, the festival is promising more ales, more music, more food and more fun than last year’s successful family event.

The festival kicks off on Saturday 2 September from midday until midnight, with the party continuing on the Sunday from midday to 10.30pm.

This festival wouldn’t be the same without the kids and they are more than welcome, accompanied by an adult of course. The children can find themselves occupied with fun, games, and activities throughout the weekend, including arts and crafts, welly wanging, apple bobbing and an evening movie to name a few. This year, you also get to party even longer, as the festival has been extended to two days. For those who want to continue the festivities late into the night, there is now a camping field for just £5 per night.

The Craft Ale Festival was born last year; lovingly nurtured by a team from the local community.

Aside from being an excellent excuse to try some new ales and have a fun filled weekend, the project, in the long term aims to raise money for a new roof for the parish church of St Leonard and St Dilpe. It seems fitting that once again, there will be toasts made with traditional ale on the same spot that medieval pilgrims would have been toasting the start of their pilgrimage to Santiago Di Compostella from Landulph port.

Sponsored by Lost Rivers Brewery, the craft ale you raise in honour will be supplied by a refreshing and vibrant craft ale company that is putting soul and character back into the ‘real ale’ world. Exclusively only sold in London, it’s a rare treat to have the opportunity to try such delights in Cornwall. There’ll be a number of other ales from around the world, as well as the Jagger Gin Bar suppling gins from around the South West, including Saltash’s own Trevethan. Joining as well is A Perfect Blend, bringing locally sourced coffee and tea, with American style pancakes and morning porridge for the campers.

So what more can be said? Pack up your hampers, round up the kids, and see you in the fields!

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music scene

LOCAL BANDS SET TO ROCK UNION INN A feast of music is taking place on 2-3 September right on our door step.

Organised by Tom Anfield, Saltash’s very own luthier (a maker, repairer and restorer of guitars) and happening at the Union Inn, Saltash’s renowned pub music venue, the two-day event promises to be a time to enjoy good company, sink a pint or two, and listen to great tunes.

Tom runs a regular open mic night at the Union, and is a seasoned performer in his own right, well known as a fine cross genre guitarist, performing everything from acoustic to electric through to jazz, country, rock and more.

Bands will be performing at the Union on Saltash’s waterfront on Saturday from 1pm – 6pm – line up currently consists of Ladykillers, Tom Anfield Band, and Flood.

The Festival will kick off again on Sunday at 1pm, with a more mellow, acoustic based vibe with dreamy tunes from Tim Bliss, Vince Lee and Becca

Langsford, and Phil De Glass, a professional busker with a Gaelic edge (and a great pseudonym).

Singer songwriter Roy Villanis, the man with the golden voice, will also be appearing.

Tom’s decades in the business both in the UK and Australia mean that he has a huge address book of musicians to call on, and his enthusiasm for the Saltash music scene means that we are fortunate enough to revel in quality artists normally drawn to much bigger demographics. His studio in Hatt, run by sound engineer Will Williams, offers professional standard mixing and mastering, which Tom’s own album, “Holidays in History” reflects, beautifully recorded in high resolution sound for digital download and CD. So, don’t miss this opportunity to take a few hours out of your schedule to pop down and listen to some great music. No need to come in a crowd, or no need to spend a fortune to treat your ears to some tlc to make the soul swell and the heart sing.

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LIVEWIRE YOUTH MUSIC

Photography by Mike Pitches

NINETIES NIGHT A SMASH HIT A group of young people at Livewire Youth Music Project have worked together with Erin, one of Livewire’s very own musicians, for three months to put on two shows over the weekend of August 12 and 13.

They performed music from the nineties including Metallica’s Enter Sandman, the Spice Girls’ Wannabe, the Cranberries’ Zombie and Killing in the Name of by Rage Against the Machine to name a few. The music was diverse and extremely well performed by the young people, whose ages ranged from 12 to 19.

Both days were really well attended by family and friends of the young people performing, as well as members from the local community.

Considering some of the young people who took part had never even performed to a live audience

before, Livewire couldn’t be prouder of those who took part. The performances on both days went completely without a hitch and everyone had a fantastic time, whether on stage or watching from the crowd.

The event was supported by local businesses who supplied prizes for the raffle, as well as cream teas and sausages rolls that were for sale in the coffee bar to help raise any extra funds for Livewire.

Their next event will be an all day fundraiser on September 23 at Livewire, running from 2pm until 11pm with loads of bands playing throughout the day. Tickets will be £5 on the door. Following up that up in October, on the 8th, Livewire will be hosting a music event for Make Some Noise to help raise awareness of mental health issues amongst young people.

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MUSIC SCENE

Photo by Greenbeanz Photography

PAUL ARMER Saltash born and bred singer songwriter Paul P: Well, I’m a singer songwriter, from Saltash Armer has been keeping very busy this summer. originally. I’ve lived there for 21 years and now With gigs all over Devon and Cornwall, as well currently live out of my van in Plymouth or as Bristol, and now working alongside pedal steel Saltash, mainly parked outside friends’ houses. guitarist Jim MacGregor, Paul has been bringing A bit of a nomad I suppose. Music is my passion his alt country punk acoustic though, what I want to do with sound to the ears of many my life, but it’s a long old road. around the South West.

LS: And who’s Jim MacGregor?

Here at Love Saltash, we thought P: I first met Jim about a year it was about time to tie down ago, we were both billed to play the country punkster for a chat the same show. Jim was actually and see what he’s been up to. playing some solo stuff, singing LS: Hey Paul! For those who don’t and on guitar, and afterwards Photo by Greenbeanz Photography he bought me a drink and we know you, who is Paul Armer?

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UNION inn SALTASH WATERSIDE 01752 844770

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MUSIC SCENE had a chat. He told me that he wanted to play pedal steel on some of my songs, and thought it would sound really good. I agreed with him, but to be honest, I didn’t really know what a pedal steel guitar was! Jim’s played in bands around Plymouth for 20 years or so, playing music from americana and downbeat to honky tonk and country covers, so it’s great to have him on board.

LS: How long have you been singing and playing?

P: I first started playing guitar around 12 years ago, but I’ve been playing and singing on my own for about three years. I write all my own songs and I’ve been writing for about six years.

Writing is my favourite thing to do really. It can be extremely frustrating, but then extremely rewarding when you find something, even if it’s just a chord progression or a vocal melody.

There’s no set formula as to how I create my music, I like to be inspired by something or someone, or an event, and then something Paul Armer and Jim MacGregor at Plymouth’s Underground

musical tends to transpire from that.

LS: Who influences your songwriting?

P: Recently, it’s been modern country guys such as Sturgill Simpson and Jason Isbell, but with Jim around I’ve been listening to a lot more country music such as Waylon Jennings and Hank Williams. It’s been very inspirational and I’m taking a lot from it. Before that though, as well as the obvious Bruce Springsteen, lots of punk rock music. Social Distortion, Rancid, The Gaslight Anthem, Against Me!, The Flatliners, Menzingers, to name a few!

LS: Who are your favourite bands to cover?

P: I don’t cover a massive amount of songs, I love listening to music and other people’s songs and I really value them. A lot of people seem to want to play this guy or that guy’s songs, but I like to write my own. Saying that though, I’ve always played some Gaslight Anthem tracks, Social Distortion songs, and the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan and Jason Isbell.

LS: What does the future hold for Paul Armer and his pal, Jim MacGregor?

P: We’re currently working hard on new songs, some that Jim hasn’t worked on yet. There’ll be some live videos and a new release by the end of the year, but the focus is on playing, getting better and working hard, on my own, as a duo and maybe with a band. Who knows? Follow me on social media to keep up to date with my upcoming shows and to listen to my music!

Find Paul Armer on Facebook and Instagram @PaulArmerMusic

september Live Music from 9pm Fri 1 Sat 2 Tues 3 Fri 8 Sat 9 Tues 12 Fri 15

Midnight Blues Band Southern Jelly Martin Dale TBA Slim Semora Jazz Trio Bad Luck & Trouble

Sat 16 Tues 19 Fri 22 Sat 23 Tues 26 Fri 29 Sat 30

C-Force Louise Parker Hungry Bears 5 and Dime Blue Trane Organisation Vince Lee & Becca Langsford

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BUSINESS FOCUS

Heskyn Mill wins Gold in the 2017 Taste of the West Awards “Food and drink keeps you together”, is not a quote usually found on dating websites, but is certainly the experience of John and Ann Bland, proprietors of Heskyn Mill Restaurant, less than a minute off the A38 on the St Germans road.

John and Ann have worked together since Ann first entered a pub kitchen at just 21, and whether her cooking has been the fuel of a successful marriage, or their shared passions for the countryside, animal welfare and great local ingredients, – they have a recipe that works!

The couple left a very successful and busy life running a hotel, pub and restaurant in Exmoor as they wanted the freedom to develop a menu that epitomized their values and how they wish to eat themselves.

After an impressive 38 years together in the industry, they have developed, not just very fine taste buds for the best in the food and drink world, but also an ability to share this with us. Good service and reasonable prices attract customers as much as great taste!

They conducted a careful search over a year for the right area and premises to settle into, and when they finally found Heskyn Mill, they knew they had to have it.

They bought the Grade 2 listed 18th Century mill and moved into the living accommodation above the restaurant 18 months ago. Within six months they had a Highly Commended award in the Restaurant category

from the Taste of the West, the UK’s largest independent regional food group. After being anonymously visited by two judges, they have been upgraded to a Gold award for “lots of local and seasonal produce, all cooked and presented beautifully.”

With Ann as head chef, they open for lunch and evening meals, ensuring they have enough time to source from local suppliers, plan and prep meals from scratch and indulge in their favourite pastime of walking with a purpose. The couple are keen and expert foragers, grow their own herbs and keep poultry.

They are also passionate about using genuine local providers. “The warmer climate in Cornwall means livestock are able to graze on pasture most of the year,” explains John, “so all the meat we feed ourselves and our customers is locally sourced, outdoor reared and free from growth hormones and antibiotics. We also care about how animals are killed, using our local family run abattoir in Tideford whenever possible.

John and Ann’s love of their new home is infectious, and they talk lyrically about everything from its history and workings, to plans for its outbuildings, and links to the local community. It’s clear that this strong sense of place is making its mark in the kitchen providing an evocative and genuine taste of the Westcountry that will satisfy everyone whether they be Cornish through and through or more recent incomers.

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HESKYN MILL RESTAURANT TIDEFORD, SALTASH

Set within a charming and atmospheric Grade 2* listed 18th Century flour mill.

We offer a daily changing menu using the best of seasonal West country produce.

• SUSTAINABLE FISH AND SHELLFISH FROM LOCAL HARBOURS • MEATS AND POULTRY FROM CORNISH FARMS • FREE RANGE, WITH NO ADDITIVES, TRADITIONALLY MATURED • LOCALLY GROWN VEGETABLES • WE CARE WHERE YOUR FOOD COMES FROM • VEGETARIAN, GLUTEN AND DAIRY FREE FOOD ALWAYS AVAILABLE We are proud to support our local producers.

LUNCHTIME BOOKINGS TUESDAY - SUNDAY 12-2PM EVENING BOOKINGS TUESDAY- SATURDAY 6-8:30PM

AVAILABLE FOR GROUP BOOKINGS OR PRIVATE DINING AT ANY TIME.

NOW TAKING BOOKINGS FOR CHRISTMAS PARTIES RING OR SEE OUR WEB SITE FOR DETAILS

01752 852127 • TIDEFORD, CORNWALL PL12 5BG info@heskyn-mill.co.uk • www.heskyn-mill.co.uk

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YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON LOCALLY Wednesday 30 August

Thursday 31 August

Tidelines Eighty exciting new artworks, featuring paintings, drawings and prints by local artists exploring aspects of the water’s edge. With unparalled river views, the gallery at the Ashtorre Rock Centre is an inspiring location for such an art exhibition. Free parking close by.

Daily until 10 September | Ashtorre Rock Centre, Saltash Waterfront | 10am - 4pm | Free | INFO ashtorreartists.weebly.com

Saltash Open Air Cinema showing Grease Silent Summer Screenings are bringing their fancy stuff to Longstone Park this summer with an incredibly large blow-up screen, live music & a movie all in one night! Using wireless headphones for all of the event’s sound, turns these evenings into a fun night of dancing, laughing and singing under the stars. Live music is performed by the award-winning loop pedal master Remedysounds, bringing his freshest tracks to keep you entertained before the film.

Longstone Park | doors open 7pm | Tickets available online | £10 for adults, £4 for child | INFO 07874 842386

Esedhvos Festival of Cornish Culture This year’s festival is held in Launceston, with the Gorsedh Kernow Bardic ceremony held on the Saturday.

30 Aug - 3 Sept | Launceston | Free | INFO gorsedhkernow.org.uk/esedhvos Overcoming Barriers – Maths Taster Day An accessible, friendly workshop aimed at raising your confidence and helping you develop strategies to be successful in this subject, or at the very least, removing the fear!

10am – 3pm | Cornwall College, Saltash | Free | INFO 0330 123 2523 Tina Tian Exhibition Local artist Tina Tian’s work is being exhibited at Elliot’s Store.

Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays | Elliot’s Store, Lower Fore Street | 2pm - 4pm | Free Saltash Men’s 60+ Luncheon Group As part of the Saltash Live at Home Scheme, a small group meet in an aim to provide a congenial atmosphere to converse and build friendships.

Every Wednesday | Ploughboy Pub, Liskeard Road | 12.15pm - 2pm | INFO Sarah 01752 848728 Saltash Ladies Choir Saltash Ladies Choir Practise Every Wednesday | Burraton Methodist Church | 7.15pm - 9.15pm | INFO Secretary Mrs Norma Spencer 01752 843108 normalee14@blueyonder.co.uk

Throughout SEPT & OCT FREE games and activities Come and join in the fun for It’s a Knockout, walking, football, woodland crafts, fun runs and much more. Lots of fun to be had by all. Keep an eye on activities through our noticeboard at the Pavilion in Saltmill Car Park.

Throughout September and October | Saltmill Park, Saltash | Free | INFO Pete Densham 07710 392072

Friday 1 September Saltash & District Age Concern Bus Weekly Shopping Trips You are picked up and dropped off at your door by the Saltash & District Age Concern Bus. Every Friday morning | Between 9am and 2pm | INFO Mr. Philip Laundry 01752 845099 Community Food Market The first Friday of each month has become known as Food Friday as the Community Market space becomes a thriving local producers’ market. It is the perfect place to pick up locally grown, smoked and baked produce with the added benefit of being able to chat with the stallholders about the food origins.

First Friday of the month | Community Market, 4 Fore Street | 10am - 2pm | Free | INFO www.communityenterprisesPL12.co.uk

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OUT AND ABOUT Mount Edgcumbe House

Billiards Exhibition With former UK champion Roxton Chapman with a buffet available Saltash Social Club, Fore Street | 7.15 – 11pm | Free to attend | INFO Chris Coumbe on Facebook

Saturday 2 September

Circus Day at Jelly Bears Workshop Workshops throughout the day. Each child gets to stuff and keep a 16” animal each plus eat popcorn and play great circus games with our team including Hook A Duck and Tin Can Alley Workshops at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 3pm and 4pm | 6 Lower Fore Street, Saltash | £12 per child | INFO www.trulyscrumptiousboutique.co.uk to book Play Rugby All Year Round Open to everyone 16+, ladies and beginners especially!

Every Friday | Saltash Rugby Club, Moorlands Lane | 6pm | Free | INFO 02touch@saltashrfc.co.uk Miss Ivy Events is proud to present ‘Cotehele’s Country Apple Festival’, our much anticipated second event of 2017 at the stunning Cotehele on September 23 and 24 from 10.30 - 16.00.

The event includes Cotehele’s Apple Day and is set to be a weekend packed full of fun for all ages. Including 40 artisan, gift and food exhibitors, live entertainment, displays, games and lots more!

Entertainment consists of music from local folk duo MacQuarrie and Toms, Morris dancing, archery, outdoor activities, welly wanging and an amazing falconry display. Orchard Studios will also be running workshops throughout the weekend, including making corn dollies.

Cotehele will be running talks and demonstrations on ‘The Big Squeeze’ in the Victorian cider press. There will be a kids’ fruit juice lab, apple tasting, a display of pruning and apple training, information about Tamar valley apple varieties, and an Orchard tour.

To top it all off, there will be refreshments available throughout the weekend. Entry to the event is just £4.00 and for National Trust Members it’s only £3.00, with under 17’s going free. Price includes entry to the house and gardens.

Tamar Valley Heritage Guided Walk A 5 mile walk with Les Deering from Cargreen down to Landulph Church followed by a quick look at the Tamar and back again. Likely to be muddy at times. Booking not essential but would be appreciated.

Meet by Crooked Spaniards Inn, Cargreen | 10.30am – 1.30pm | INFO Tamar AONB office on 01822 835030 Landulph Craft Ale Festival Enjoy craft ale and camping in the picturesque parish of Landulph in the Tamar Valley - a fabulous finale to your summer holidays. This year’s event will offer even more ales, more music, more food and more fun than last year’s successful family event. Parents need not worry as your children will be occupied with fun, games and activities throughout the weekend. From arts and crafts to welly wanging, from apple bobbing to an evening movie to name a few.

Saturday and Sunday | Landulph | Saturday: 12pm - 12am Sunday: 12pm - 10.30pm | Free | INFO www. landulphcraftalefestival.com Mount Edgcumbe at War Cornwall Area Military Vehicle Trust extends a warm welcome to exhibitors and traders at their annual show. Military vehicles of all eras are welcome, as are military and wartime displays, re-enactors, memorabilia and trade stalls. A multi-period event from Vikings to Vietnam and beyond!

Saturday and Sunday | Mount Edgcumbe House | Free | INFO www.cornwallmvt.co.uk Vintage Market There will be an exclusive selection of exhibitors selling vintage and retro products, plus live demonstrations and music to entertain you throughout the day. This event will be running alongside the Mount Edgcumbe at War event. Make sure you join in on this wonderful day set back in time.

Saturday and Sunday | Mount Edgcumbe, bottom of the park | Free | INFO www.missivyevents.co.uk

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OUT AND ABOUT Sunday 3 September Introduction to Landscape Photography Workshop Learn skills to help you take beautiful landscape photos. This will be an introduction into what is one of the most popular of photography subjects. See how light effects your shots and how to get good exposures, the benefit of using filters and how good compositions can transform your shots. Booking essential.

Cotehele House | 10am - 4pm | £85 per person | INFO 07546 231044 www.goingdigital.co.uk

Monday 4 September Face 2 Face Oasis A group for parents or carers of a disabled child or those with additional needs. We give support to help you successfully navigate through the worrying and confusing experience of having a child diagnosed with support needs. The group is free, friendly and informal.

Every Monday | Saltash Children’s Centre, Callington Road | 9.30am - 11.30am | Free | INFO Julia Donnell 07767 111867 or 01872 302411

Saltash Army Cadets The Army Cadet Force (ACF) has over 41,000 cadets in more than 1,600 detachments all over the country and is one of the biggest and best clubs around. When it comes to fun, friendship, action and adventure, it’s hard to find anything that beats the Army Cadets.

Every Monday | ACF Centre, Bridge Approach | 7pm 9pm | INFO 01208 73183

Tuesday 5 September Dementia Drop In Cafe If you are living with dementia or have been effected by dementia then drop in for a chat and a cup of tea and a piece of cake and find out what services and activities are available in the area. All welcome.

Every Tuesday | Community Market, 4 Fore Street | 10am - 2pm | Free | INFO info@dementiaPL12.uk www.dementiaPL12.uk Saltash Kernow Short Mat Bowling Club Go and join the Saltash Kernow Mat Bowling Club on Tuesday afternoons and evenings. All levels

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OUT AND ABOUT Thursday 7 September

Cotehele House of players and ages welcome. Whether you want to be competetive and play in the league or day tournaments, or just want to play for fun, bowls are provided and players are there to help you learn.

Tuesday afternoons and evenings | Church Road, Saltash | 1.30pm - 4pm & 7pm - 10pm | INFO Yolanda (Club Secretary) 01752 849945 Saltash & District Age Concern Sequence Dancing Club Come and enjoy the fun and make new friends at the weekly sequence dance club.

Every Tuesday | Burraton Community Centre, Grenfell Avenue | 1.45pm - 4pm | INFO Amy 01752 843000

Police Community Support Officers The Police Community Support Officers will be holding talks on the first Thursday of each month. They are happy to listen to all of your community issues and offer advice and support where they can. There will also be a room for private discussion.

First Thursday of the month | Saltash Library | 10.30am - 12pm | Free Premier Soccer UK Six Aside League New Thursday Night League starting at Saltash Park 3G 7pm – 9pm | INFO www.premiersoccer.co.uk or Bradley Coleman on 07932256270 Gin Tasting Event Join in for the chance to taste a wide range of gins, with some great food pairings. Hosted by Plymouth Gin. Booking essential.

Just Be Coffee, Saltash Waterfront | 7.30pm | ÂŁ25 per person | INFO 01752 214356

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OUT AND ABOUT Heritage Open Days Run by the National Trust, The Heritage Open Days scheme gives free access for four days a year to properties normally closed to the public or where there is normally a charge for admission. 38 places to choose from within a 25 mile radius of Saltash Sept 7 - 10 | INFO www.heritageopendays.org.uk

Saturday 9 September Saltash Live at Home Coffee Morning On the second Saturday of every month, there is tea, coffee and homemade biscuits served in the foyer.

Indulge in the delicious selection of homemade cakes and pastries, as well as jams, marmalades and chutneys for sale. There will also be a bric-a-brac stall.

Please come along and support Saltash Live at Home.

Every second Saturday of the month | Wesley Church, Callington Road | 10am - 12pm | Free | INFO Sarah Clook 01752 848728 Going Digital: Explore your Camera Part One Take a beginner’s digital camera photography workshop. If you’ve been using your camera on auto, this workshop will give you a good foundation in photography in just one day. You’ll have ample hands-on practice and take-home course notes and assignments to refine your skills. Booking essential.

Cotehele House | 10am - 4pm | £85 per person | INFO 07546 231044 www.goingdigital.co.uk Heritage Open Day If you’ve always wanted to visit, this is a great chance to view Cotehele on this free entry day.

Cotehele House | 11am - 4pm | Free | INFO 01579 351346 Dementia Voice PL12 Veterans Group Dementia Voice PL12 are proud to announce a new group for Veterans in Saltash after receiving funding from The Greenwich Hospital, London.

Fortnightly meetings on Saturdays | The Community Market, 4 Fore Street | 4.30pm - 6.30pm | INFO www.communityenterprisespl12.co.uk/ Winkle Fair Join Saltash Lions Club for the revival of the traditional Winkle Fair. Bringing back this marvellous piece of Saltash heritage, you can celebrate with local families on the beautiful Saltash Waterfront. Perfect for lovers

of seafood, family fun and fresh air events! Stalls including Cobbles Vintage Ice Cream Van, The Core, and Royal British Legion Saltash & District will be in attendance with refreshments provided by Just Be Coffee Lounge and real ales and ciders from the Union Inn. Entertainment includes Livewire Youth Music, Saltash Town Band and a fancy dress competition.

Saltash Waterfront | 11am - 3pm | Free | INFO Stall booking enquiries to daniellefrith@googlemail.com

Sunday 10 September Devon Great Consols Heritage Walk Join Ann Marcer for a walk along the old railway to the site of the arsenic works and return via Bedford mine.

May be muddy. Refreshments at Tamar Trails Café at end of walk. Booking not essential but would be appreciated.

Meet car park at Tamar Trails, Gulworthy | 10am – 1.30pm | £2 | INFO Tamar AONB office on 01822 835030 Going Digital: Explore your Camera Part Two Take an advanced photography course. Follow up to part one’s beginner photography workshop. You will be covering more advanced camera settings including photography movement and action shots, shooting in RAW, different camera metering modes, bracketing for exposure and HDR. Booking essential.

Cotehele House | 10am - 4pm | £85 per person | INFO 07546 231044 www.goingdigital.co.uk Songs for Shamrock with the Polperro Fishermen’s Choir Join in for an evening to celebrate and support Shamrock, the beloved 1899 Tamar sailing barge on Cotehele Quay. There will be singing by the Polperro’s Fishermen’s Choir and interval music by West Devon acoustic duo Mike and Tilly Music. This is an open air event with interval refreshments from the Edgcumbe Tea Room. Booking advisable.

Meet on Cotehele Quay | 6pm - 9pm | £5 | INFO 01579 352720

Monday 11 September Drop In Support Group Anyone affected by stroke is welcome to join us for a chat.

Every second and fourth Monday of the month | The Ploughboy, Liskeard Road | 11am - 12.30pm | Free | INFO Hayley 07971 768805

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Tuesday 12 September

Tuesday 19 September

CAMEO Group (Come And Meet Each Other) Over 60’s group who meet every second Tuesday of the month. Come along and join us to make new friends, play quizzes and listen to interesting speakers.

Every second Tuesday of the month | Wesley Church, Callington Road | 10am - 12pm | Sarah 01752 848728

Neil Gallacher Talk Meet BBC Spotlight Business Correspondent, Neil Gallacher in person over drinks and hear him speak about life, work and journalism in Cornwall today.

Neil Organised by Community Gallacher Enterprises PL12.

Saltash Guildhall | 6pm | Free | INFO www.communityenterprisespl12.co.uk

Thursday 14 September Saltash U3A Annual General Meeting Welcoming all retired and semi retired people in the area.

Wesley Church, Callington Road | 2pm - 4pm | INFO www.saltashu3a.org.uk

Saturday 16 September Saltash Ladies Choir in Concert With the Linden Singers from Torfaen South Wales Saltash Baptist Church | 7.30pm – 9.30pm | INFO Norma Spencer 01752 843108

Wednesday 20 September Sewcial Knitwork A free social group for people to sew, knit an chat with like minded people. Donations for tea and coffee appreciated.

Third Wednesday of the month | Just Be Coffee, Saltash Waterfront | 7pm - 9pm | Free | INFO Joanna tismrsm@gmail.com

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Saturday 23 September Grand Harvest Fair Raising funds for people in Mbare, Zimbabwe.

There will be craft demonstrations, musical items, cream teas and a chance for children and adults to enter competition classes; from cupcakes to model gardens, from scones to chutneys, from photography to watercolours. Entry forms available from the church, the Guildhall or 4 Fore St. Wesley Methodist Church | 1pm - 4pm | £1 entry fee, children free | INFO Margaret Holley 01752 845418 margholley@yahoo.com Withycombe 1st XV vs Saltash RFC Ladies Day Take a trip to support your favourite team and enjoy a great day out as well, courtesy of Withycombe 1st XV at their grounds in Exmouth. Two course lunch and half a bottle of Prosecco for only £15 per head. Free entry to watch Saltash RFC’s match against the home team.

Withycombe RFC, Raleigh Park, Exmouth EX8 3HS | Midday | £15 per head | INFO Mark Long markilong@ hotmail.co.uk 07824 318030 Foraging with Andy Pearson Andy will take a walk through the reserve looking for edible plants. On the beach Andy will cook some soup.

A fun afternoon suitable for families. Please bring a mug and a spoon and wear suitable clothes and footwear.

Meet at the Cecil Arms by St. Stephens Church | 1.30 – 3.30pm | INFO Mary Langworth 01752 843852 or Bob Austin on 01752 844666 Ethyrfield At Live Wire Rocks Fundraiser National Award Winning rock band, consisting of Zach 17 yrs, Ben 15 yrs & Dan 13 yrs. Zach, vocals & bass guitar, Ben, vocals & lead guitar & Dan, drums Other acts to be confirmed. Buy your own drink.

Livewire, The Waterfront, Saltash | 2pm – 11.30pm | £5 on the door Bookshelf and Tearooms presents First Day at Proms Enjoy a special English picnic, with vegetarian and gluten free options, as well as complimentary Pimms.

Music by Paul Millard. Booking advisable.

The Bookshelf and Tea Rooms, 96 Fore Street | £14.50 per head | INFO www.facebook.com/Bookshelfsaltash

Sunday 24 September Community Litter Pick Litter picking at the Scout HQ Every fourth Sunday of the month | 10am | Free

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Needle Felting Workshop Celebrating the introduction of the Cornish Black Bee onto the Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park Estate, you can now make a little hive and bee using needle felting techniques learnt in this workshop. You will use 100% wools and no previous needle felting experience required. The tutor will provide a workshop kit at £6 per person.

Mount Edgcumbe House | 10am - 2pm | £20 per person | INFO www.mountedgcumbe.gov.uk

Saturday 29 September Saltash Lions Club Quiz Night Raise money for your local Lions Club!. Family friendly, with refreshments on sale or you can bring your own bottle of wine / beer for adults. Fun raffle to join in with if you wish.

Monthly | Ashtorre Rock Centre, Waterfront, Saltash | 7pm for a 7.30pm start | £3 per head Outdoor Cinema Bridget Jones Diary Live Music from 7pm and film starting 8pm.

Longstone Park | Doors open 6.30pm | INFO and tickets available online www.silentscreening.com

Looe Music Festival It’s the last of the summer festivals in a dramatic, magical location. For three days at the end of September, the beautiful port of Looe in South East Cornwall delivers a big weekend of music, entertainment and culture. A grown up festival with something for the entire family from folk, punk, ska, choral, classical, barbershop, jazz, hip hop and even bhangra. With the likes of Lulu, Jesus and the Mary Chain and the Happy Mondays headlining the festival this year, it’s guaranteed to be a fun filled weekend for all.

29 Sept – 1 Oct | Tickets £109 | INFO www.looe-music.co.uk

Wednesday 4 October Tamar and Royal Albert Bridge Heritage Walk A short walk with Les Deering, visiting and looking at the history of these two iconic bridges, with superb views over the Tamar. You’ll be looking underneath these bridges as well, so there will be an uphill climb.

Booking not essential but would be appreciated.

Meet Tamar Bridge Car Park | 10.30am - 12.30pm | Free Tamar AONB office on 01822 835030

brunch | coffee | homemade cakes | grazing menu | quality wines

“Hidden gem” on the Saltash Waterfront Whether you are choosing from the freshly prepared menu or just fancy a speciality coffee or glass of fine wine, Just Be is a place where you can truly relax and enjoy the remarkable surroundings.

• Mediterranean inspired menu • Wide range of fine wines by the glass and bottle • Speciality coffees and teas

• Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner food served throughout the day

Pop in or contact us for details

SALTASH WATERFRONT

01752 214356

WWW.JUSTBECAFEWINES.CO.UK

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