Love Saltash December 2018/January 2019

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Hello and welcome... ….to the December & January edition of Love Saltash

Wow, Saltash certainly knows how to attract a crowd judging by the amazing attendance on Fore Street for the Rememberance Day. It will be great to see as many folk as possible out again for the Christmas Festival, supporting local businesses in Fore Street and enjoying themselves in good company.

However, as this edition spans two full months of out and about in Saltash, we have to consider how we feel once the lights and decorations come down.

Sometimes its not what we look forward to - rather a painful reminder of those less than perfect family moments and realities. We all have them, no matter how great life looks on the surface; and for some of us

the loss of loved ones is an immense burden to bear at this time of year.

For some, Christmas represents the birth of hope into the world in the form of a new born baby. It seems crazy that a tiny fragile figure could bear the weight of all that’s wrong in the world - but hope is like that.

Hope rarely makes sense, and often its seeming ineffectiveness against a giant of pain can make us plain angry. Yet in some magical way hope helps strike a match in our own darkness, making a difference in our lives and those around us.

The team and I at Love Saltash send you our very warmest wishes for Christmas and the New Year.

God Bless

Ambika Olney

Karen Ambika Olney created this month’s cover. She is a creative graphic designer specialising in working with small and medium sized businesses. Her extensive commercial experience includes logo, advert and leaflet design. For more information email ambikaolney@yahoo.com

Visit us on Facebook and Twitter @lovesaltash and read us online at cornerstonevision.com/plymouth-publications/love-saltash Love Saltash is published by Cornerstone Vision Visit us on Facebook and Twitter @lovesaltash Editorial: Contact karen@cornerstonevision.com Design: Contact naomi@cornerstonevision.com Front Cover: Churchtown Farm Nature Reserve, photo and editing by Ambika Olney 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.

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Contents

6, 8, 12 10

14 16 18

22 26 - 27 30 - 31 32 - 33 34 - 35

In Brief Landulph Under 5s draw the winning ticket!

Anxiety is a dirty ugly liar!

War hero Mark visits St Stephens School Free Christmas wreath making workshop & coffee morning Reacching for the Sky Dance dream becoming a reality Conquering college-phobia Getting a Flying Start in Saltash Slam Dunk for Saltash

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44 - 45 46 47 48 50 52 53 - 74 60 69

Ch page eck out s to p 38 and 39 prog ull out your ram m year e ’s Ch for this r Fest istmas ival!

Port Eliot firework display Cross Country races launch Saltash.net’s new House Competition Reading: A hobby for life Just keep moving!

Art at Ashtorre What will Santa be sipping this Christmas?

A new local band are on the ‘horizon’ Good news from Jennifer’s Out and About What’s On at Calstock Arts Saltash Regatta wins big!

SS Nicholas and Faith

Church are celebrating the

12th anniversary of the renowned

CHRISTMAS T REE F EST IVAL

Witness the sparkling spectacle of 70 brightly

lit and decorated trees in a true show of festive community spirit!

Grand Opening Saturday 1st December 10am with the Saltash Handbell Ringers We will be serving refreshments in the church rooms throughout the day. From 6pm on opening day we will be serving mulled wine and mince pies to coincide with the Saltash Christmas Festival, late night shopping and carol singing.

Saturday 8th December We will also be serving daytime refreshments and will have lots of delights available to buy on sales tables.

Sunday 9th December 3pm-4pm The Burraton Boys will be entertaining in the church.

Refreshments being served.

Closing 6pm Friday 14th December

Admission is ÂŁ1.50 with accompanied children free.

Easy disabled access.

St Nicholas and Faith Church, Alexandra Square, Saltash PL12 6AN

Contact the Church Secretary on 844141 or see website www.saltashteamministry.org for more details

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IN BRIEF

scouts christmas

postal service

The Scout Group of Saltash will be organising their annual Christmas Postal Service again starting on November 17 up to December 14, Len Maddock has let us know.

He explains, “It will be for inside Saltash Town Address only please and costs 25p per card. Just pop your cards and fee into our Post Boxes at Church Road Stores, Spar Shop Mote Park, Spar Shop Cross Park, Spar Shop New Road , Piglets, The Bookshop, Saltash News all in Fore Street, Polnoon in Callington Road and at Hatt Petrol Station.”

This is such a good way to help the Scout family support the community – delivering around 3000 cards every year, and saving you money!

Saltash Football

Legends Saltmill Park is once again the place to be this Christmas Eve as two teams packed full of Saltash football legends go head to head in aid of charity.

Defending champions Sam Borthwick & Adam Stiff will manage an Under 30 side against an Over 30 side managed by Stuart Fort and Nathan Holliday.

Included in the Under 30s squads are players such as Karl Wesemann, Luke Hurlock, Ryan

Tetley and Nick Dale as well as talented local actor Royce Pierreson who viewers of hit programmes such as “Line of Duty” will be familiar with.

Up against them in the Over 30s side are some true giants of the local game in the likes of Steve Bishop, Max Parfitt, Adam Keith, Andrew Hatch, Tony Jane & Scott Wellington.

In addition to the main game, during the halftime interval there will be childrens games and the visit of a certain gentlemen dressed in red with a white beard who will hand out gifts to the children taking part kindly donated by Crash Repair Centre, Saltash.

In addition to Kits4Causes, a charity that collects unwanted football equipment and distributes it to social development projects around the world, the event will be supporting the Stroke Association and local lad, Andrew Beaver, a two year old in desperate need of a disability pushchair enabling him to sit up and see the world.

In addition to raising money players, officials and supporters are invited to donate any old football or other sports equipment for Kits4Causes. Old school uniform donations are also welcome.

The game kicks-off at 12 noon on Christmas Eve and everyone involved would welcome as much support as possible on the day.

After the event the participants will head to Saltash Social club where spectators are welcome to join them and the fundraising will continue.

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IN BRIEF

Stroke

Befriending

Service

Have you had a stroke and would like to speak to someone who understands? Volunteer Cornwall’s Stroke Befriending Service could be just the thing you’re looking for.

One of their friendly Stroke Befriending volunteers can meet with you on a regular basis and offer support and encouragement to help build confidence, making people feel less isolated and more connected to their community.

This is a completely free service and volunteers can visit people at home, in hospital or in a care home. Stroke Befriending is also available via telephone, email and video call.

If you have had a stroke and would like to help someone else in their recovery journey, why not get in touch and find out more about becoming a Stroke Befriending volunteer?

Contact Laura Smith, Stroke Befriending Coordinator at Volunteer Cornwall if you know of someone who would benefit from this support, or if you would like to volunteeer, lauras@ volunteercornwall.org.uk, 01872 266997 or visit www.volunteercornwall.org.uk/how-we-help/ health-social-care/stroke-befriending-service

volunteer opportunity Greenwich Place is a sheltered housing scheme owned by Greenwich Hospital, a

Crown Naval charity. The scheme is situated in Saltash on Glebe Avenue next door to The Wesley Methodist Church, overlooking the bowling green in Longstone Park and provides sheltered independent living for Ex Royal Navy, Royal Marine and WRRNS and their partners over the age of sixty.

Greenwich Place owns its own scheme minibus enabling residents to go on weekly shopping trips or on other excursions and is looking for a volunteer to drive the minibus.

If this is something that appeals to you, please contact the Scheme Manager, Nicola Laker who will be happy to tell you about what is involved and how you can help. Her telephone number is 01752 841341.

bunting

to stay

274 local residents signed a petition and presented it to the Town Council recently to request that the bunting along the Waterside be allowed to remain.

The Town and Waterfront Warden reported to a committee that in recent storms the bunting sustained very little damage, and he had only needed to replace 50 bulbs on the lights and extra ties on some of the flags.

The Council resolved to allow the bunting to stay as an experiment to see how long it would last and to authorise repairs or replacements, or to deal with any health and safety issues out of council budget.

They will review the situation in Easter 2019.

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IN BRIEF A big draw with a little hand!

LANDULPh under 5’s draw

the winning ticket

The BIG AUTUMN RAFFLE was a great success, raising £865 for Landulph Pre-school.

Fundraising is a key part of keeping the preschool operational and up-to-date with access to great IT equipment, excursions, crafting and art materials, books, toys and learning materials that support early years education. The committee and pre-school team are very creative with their fundraising and host a number of events including the very popular annual band night (date for your diary - Whisky Falls will be playing on Friday 22nd February at Landulph Memorial Hall), village treasure hunts with tea and cakes, and village discos. This year they decided to Drawing the winning ticket!

hold a raffle, but not just any raffle. This year they went BIG and offered a top prize of £500 cash! The lucky winner of the top prize was Sam Ramsay, who works at local business Pentillie Castle.

Landulph Under Fives is a committee-led preschool serving the communities on the outskirts of Saltash, including Landulph, Cargreen, Botus Fleming, Hatt, St.Mellion and St.Dominick. It has been operating successfully for more than 40 years, and ensures the children (and young families) of the local parishes have a friendly, engaging and supportive space in which to start their early years education. Many children go on to Landulph School and so truly benefit from the interaction with their local peers and the community from an early age.

The pre-school operates during term-time from 9 until 4pm. It welcomes all children from two to five years old from Saltash and surrounding areas, and currently has spaces in all sessions.

Please contact Nicola on 07718 830149 or landulphunderfives@yahoo.co.uk for more information or to make an appointment

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IN BRIEF

Fluffy Pigs

raise money

for RNLI

Saltash RNLI Volunteer Fundraising Committee recently held a fun event at the Burraton Community Centre. Various businesses in Saltash sponsored a race and everyone had great fun cheering on their chosen ‘fluffy pig’. Many thanks to the Coop who donated the proceeds from their meat raffle and the sponsors: Noakes, Habermehl and Kerr, DB Autos, KCC Builders, Carlton Plastics, Julian Hall Builders and OTUS. A grand total of £913 was raised for the RNLI.

Invictus Trust benefits from mad

marathon

runner

Tina Parker handed over the monies she raised for the Invictus Trust to Steve Cowburn, one

of the trust’s founders, in typical Just Be good humour and fashion. Steve had created a giant wine bottle in place of the traditional big cheque, and Tina knew the only way to pose!

The fantastic news is that over £2500 was raised

by Tina’s supporters for the charity that supports teenagers in Cornwall with mental health issues.

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A yoga class run by local resident Jacqueline Smithies raised a whopping £250 for the Childrens Hospice SW recently by organising a yoga on the beach event (when the weather was warmer!) The event itself raised £120 and the rest of the money was collected through the kind donations of members of the class and friends.

Jackie is planning a further sponsored yoga on the beach in the Spring for CHSW. For further information or if yoga is something you might enjoy, please contact Jackie on 07867857980

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HEALTH NEWS

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ANXIETY IS A DIRTY UGLY LIAR! Article by Andy Rance

Anxiety is that quiet voice that tells you ‘you can’t’ when you can - it tells you you’re ugly, that no one really likes you, that you’re worthless, that you’re unlikeable!

Like most liars, once they’ve been found out they usually disappear, so if your anxiety is lying to you, check it out with someone you trust, or come and chat to one of us lot at Livewire!

Anxiety holds more people prisoner than anything else, real freedom comes from realising just what a dirty, ugly liar anxiety is.

Problematic anxiety has become almost an epidemic amongst young people (and many adults too), however anxiety is a normal emotion that we all experience, such as in the run up to exams or a job interview, however. When anxiety becomes much more severe, this feeling can take over and begin to interfere with everyday life and in some cases lead to severe mental health issues.

At Livewire we are starting some targeted and focused work with young people experiencing problematic anxiety issues. This might include counselling, it might include youth worker one to

one or group support, or even the use of music lessons and music-based opportunities.

It’s really important to recognise that problematic anxiety is not always something a person can control, sometimes family members, friends, teachers etc can struggle when dealing with someone with complex anxiety needs - telling a person to ‘pull your self together’ or ‘just get on with it isn’t helpful. Often there are underlying issues which lead to problematic anxiety significant negative life events for example.

However, there is no clear trigger.

At Livewire, we believe it is crucial to try and identify with the young person what may be triggering their anxiety and then look for solutions.

Over the next few months we will be undertaking a mapping exercise to establish just how many young people we are in contact with who are experiencing anxiety issues and establish if it’s mild, moderate or severe. We will then work out a programme for that individual young person and hopefully support them into living an anxiety free life.

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community news

WAR HERO MARK visits st stephens school Article by Kaye Bonner Information provided

by Steph Thompson

St Stephens School recently welcomed local triple amputee war hero Mark Ormrod. Mark is a remarkable family man, inspirational speaker and fundraiser who is bursting with inspiration.

On Christmas Eve 2007, whilst on patrol in Afghanistan, Mark stepped onto an explosive device in Helmand Provence. Despite suffering such a trauma, Mark is now an award-winning writer and an elite sports coach to other amputees, a good friend of Prince Harry and an athlete at the recent Invictus Games.

He was warmly welcomed at St Stephens’ morning assembly, to open their new Excel 1 building, providing the school with three extra classrooms, a music room, and a studio.

Mark spoke of his

passion to encourage education and sports in children from an early age, focussing on perseverance and a ‘never give up’ motto The children fired off some great questions.

One child asking Mark how he cooked sausages, another did he see the bomb, and another, how he moved his arms?

In answer to another question, Mark said his medals were very heavy and that they weighed too much in his case at the airport.

Thanks go to Mrs Goodman for organising Mark’s visit and to Mrs Connors, the school’s cook, who suggested the building’s name, and delivered a delicious cream tea.

Mark is hoping to visit the school again one day to share in future successes and we can get involved too by visiting www.easyfundraising. org.uk/causes/ ststephenssaltash

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community news

FREE CHRISTMAS wREATH MAKING WORKSHOP & COFEE MORNING

Join the Tamar Valley AONB team on Wednesday 12 December at the Tamar Valley Centre, Drakewalls, for a coffee morning and the chance to make a simple Christmas Wreath using natural material found locally.

Members of the AONB team will be on hand to help you make the wreath, if you choose, and to serve coffee, tea, mulled apple juice & mince pies throughout the morning.

There is no charge for this event, but donations to Tamar TLC* (Tender Loving Care), who raise, manage and distribute funds for the benefit of the Tamar

Valley, would be appreciated.

No need to book, just drop in at a time to suit you between 10am and 1pm.

All materials to make the wreath will be provided, as the Valley Volunteers and Cormac will be tidying the site and coppicing on the day, but feel free to bring along any foliage or berries you may have in your garden.

The Centre is pleased to be hosting a display of handmade Christmas gifts by students from REACCH Autism South West. Come along for stocking fillers and unique gifts. For more information, see the article on page 22.

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Planning for later life could be the best present you give your children

by Melanie Cotteril

How many times do we watch the news or read the newspaper and comment on a tragic accident or illness that has taken the victim by surprise? Sadly too often!

Whether it is an accident, illness or Melanie Cotteril some other cause, the end result of you dying without a Will and good financial planning is always the same for your loved ones heartache and frustration.

Dying without a Will can unnecessarily add to the level of stress felt by those you leave behind, especially if family circumstances are anything other than straight forward.

It is not unusual to find myself in a meeting with a bereaved client who is struggling to cope when:•

Their partner has died owning their home but has not made provision for them to live in it after their death.

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Their deceased partner has not made provision for them to receive part or their occupational pension when they have lived off it during his/her lifetime

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a fundamental part of your life. This not only ensures it is in tune with your present circumstances, but also makes best use of your tax free allowances to reduce the inheritance tax your estate has to pay.

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Changes in legislation can often affect the outcome of the provisions contained in your Will so keeping abreast of these things is extremely important. Be aware of :•

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Everyone’s lifestyle and family circumstances are unique, so why not make a Will that is moulded to the needs of your individual and very special family situation.

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Their deceased former partner has died without making a Will meaning they will be the administrator of the estate on behalf of their children from the relationship

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These instances, and many more besides, should bring to the forefront of your mind the importance of making a Will to protect and provide for those who mean most to you after your death. Good legal advice and inheritance tax planning can help reduce the heartache at this very difficult time.

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community news

REACCHING FOR THE SKY

Sun Rays by Robin Richardson

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When Mary Pittman and husband Paul were can see how their efforts are directly changing looking to live in the beautiful Tamar Valley and their environment as they have helped build and establish a specialist plant nursery, they may decorate the spaces themselves. have been thinking that the peace and serenity Mary and her Deputy, Sandra Souness who lives in of our Cornish Countryside would be a treat for Saltash, along with a wonderful team of staff, are just themselves. committed to finding ways of securing meaningful However, when they viewed Roundabarrow farm, employment and long -term purpose for all their with its jaw dropping views across the Tamar students and trainees. Sophie, Jordan and Joe Valley, Mary’s heart began are now training as Tutor Chimney by Liam Timms to burst with conviction Assistants for REACCH, exthat the derelict barns student James has gone could house a long held on to become the third dream of hers – a purpose best plastering apprentice built centre to give young in the country, John has a people with autism every work placement trial about chance to show off the to start at Babcock doing amazing potential that is office administration, and within them.

Joe is entering the world of self-employment as a The organisation she founded, known as REACCH (Roundabarrow Employability for People with furniture restorer, with a workshop onsite. Some Autism and Communication Challenges) , is now young adults remain at REACCH if this is what is a centre of excellence in promoting the TEACCH appropriate for them. These adults support the approach to autism, which Mary, as a senior work of the project in so many meaningful ways, lecturer in training special needs teachers, and so everyone’s strengths and skills are valued. a teacher herself for many years, believes is one The centre is run by a committee of staff, trainees of the best approaches to helping young people and students, and Mary’s long-term goal is that it and adults living with autism survive and thrive will ultimately be run by others including adults with autism themselves. in the neuro-typical world.

REACCH Centre TEACCH works by using The world needs to see structure to help minimize the tremendous talents of difficulties and maximise those with ASC. Recently strengths. the photography students REACCH now has many exhibited at the Tamar proven and positive results, Valley Centre, and the helping young people who are really struggling to students deserve more opportunities to showcase destress and begin to build trustworthy and safe their craftsmanship. relationships again.

If you are interested in any aspect of REACCH’s The programme is uniquely geared towards an work or wish to support them, do contact them individual young person’s talents and interests – so so you can attend a visitors’ day and see many of currently offers photography, animal husbandry, the quality crafts they make which are for sale, horticulture, building, woodwork skills, cookery, as well as calendars and cards featuring original design, jewellery making and IT and furniture photographs. Perhaps the incredible atmosphere restoration.

And what is so amazing is that the young people will help to destress you too.

News from Saltash Town Council Konsel an dre Essa

Code of Conduct Decision Notice Number: CCN046/17

the actions as imposed by the Monitoring Officer.

Complainant: Mr Matthew Coot

It was RESOLVED that:

Subject Member: Cllr John Brady, Saltash Town Council 1.

In accordance with Decision Notice CCN046/17

Date of Assessment: 20th April 2018

issued by the Monitoring Officer in respect

Complaint: The Complainant has alleged since the

of a breach of the Council’s Code of Conduct,

Decision Notice CCN002/17/18 was issued, which

Councillor John Brady be formally censure for

found Councillor John Brady to be in breach of the

failing to provide the Complainant with an apology

Code and asked him to apologise to the Complainant,

within 28 days of decision notice CCN002/17/18

Councillor John Brady has failed to apologise,

STC believes that an individual councillor’s

therefore has again failed to treat the Complainant

actions and conduct will always reflect on

with respect.

the wider role of councillor and, as a direct

Action: That, due to the failure to provide the

consequence, will inevitably impact on the

Complainant with an apology within 28 days of

reputation of their fellow councillors and

decision notice CCN002/17/18 Councillor John Brady

the Council as a whole both generally and

has breached the Code of Conduct for Cornwall

specifically. This council believes that it is

Council as set out in this notice.

incumbant on all councillors to ensure the

As a result of this breach of the Code of Conduct the

public have confidence and trust in their elected

recommended action is that Councillor John Brady

representatives, the Council is disappointed

be censured by Saltash Town Council.

that Councillor John Brady’s actions are not in

The recommended resolution is:

keeping with this belief.

It was RESOLVED that STC supports the findings of 2.

The censure be clearly published on STC

the Monitoring Officer in Decision Notice CCN046/17

website, social media sites, minutes of the

and expects Councillor John Brady to comply with

Council, press release and press notice.

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sports news Hazel, attending a recent workshop at The Royal Ballet School in Covent Garden

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Dance dream becoming a reality

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A young Saltash ballerina has been selected by The old. With Miss Fleet’s expert input and support, Royal Ballet School to attend their international what started as a fun hobby has turned into an allSpring Intensive in Hong Kong. Hazel Lightley, age consuming passion. Outside of her time at Saltash 11, is over the moon to be chosen from thousands Community School in Year 7, Hazel fits in up to 20 of applicants to train during the Easter holidays hours of dance training per week to work towards with some of the very best young ballet dancers her goal of being a professional ballerina one day. in the world.

Having already been a Junior Young Dancer “I feel so lucky to be given this opportunity, as I with Elmhurst Ballet School in association with know how tough it is to get a place. At first, when Birmingham Royal Ballet, Hazel currently travels I heard, I was really quiet and my mum thought I to Birmingham every weekend to train on their was in shock… But actually it was because I thought Extended Programme. “I would love to be in fullI’d have to go to Hong Kong all by myself! When I time training with Elmhurst Ballet School one realised I could take my mum with me, I was fine day, so I am grateful to my parents for driving me and am very excited now. I’ve also started to think so far and so often! I’d also like to thank the Sue about fundraising ideas to help Hooper Charitable Foundation make the whole trip possible.” for funding I was given recently Hazel is a student at Ballaré to help with travel costs”.

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student news

Level 2 students working on nails

conquering college-phobia Chris Penk (far right), curriculum leader of professional cookery and hospitality with catering students in the teaching kitchen

student news Mixing up the generations has been in the news recently as a way to fend off loneliness, depression and age-related illnesses.

So, if listening to an ever-growing list of aches and pains from your nearest and dearest is getting you down, Cornwall College Saltash is a great destination to cheer you up!

And whilst hanging around younger people’s love of fun is a definite tonic for the rest of us, likewise meeting older people regularly is a great boost to self esteem and confidence building for your typical self-conscious young adult.

The college has flung its doors wide open – not only for those considering trying something different – short courses, access to university, or vocational skills. It is also a space where you can just pop in for a bit of r&r throughout the week.

The Dynnargh Restaurant is now so popular with the public, you need to book in advance. Meals are expertly prepared by students under the supervision of their tutors, and diners are giving students a chance to hone their skills in all aspects of hospitality.

The food is beautifully presented and very tasty and everything on the menu is under £5. The College even boasts an AA Highly Commended Rosette and is gold accredited as a centre of excellence for patisserie, confectionery, food and beverage, fish and shellfish.

Once you have enjoyed going back to college,

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even just for the food, you can take yourself off to the training salons to experience everything from hair styling and colouring, to waxing, tanning. nail enhancements, and full body pampering treatments and massages.

The price list is reflective of the fact that students are doing the treatments under supervision and being assessed at the same time. It’s a great way of helping to build students’ confidence, and you get fantastic service and lovely professional products to use.

If stepping over the threshold of Cornwall College Saltash has broken down any of those age-related barriers that we sometimes feel, there is nothing to stop you returning to education, or even bringing along the family. The catering department run very successful cookery schools for younger children, and there is an excellent nursery on site for pre-schoolers.

The next Advice Event is on Saturday 19 January from 10am to 12. There are solutions for everything from funding to transport to childcare to filling in an application. Even if its just a very first step, it’s a positive one to beating the winter blues.

To book lunch in the restaurant, please call 850222. For appointments in the hair and beauty salon, call 850207 (hair) or 850206 (beauty and holistic therapies) or for general career and course advice call 0330 123 2523

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Getting a Flying Start in Saltash!

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Flying Start @ Saltash are delighted with all

The team are so pleased with this feedback,

the amazing feedback we are getting from our

and also the interaction with other groups in

parents giving us a score of 9.7 out of 10 on the

the town where they regularly make visits. A

biggest day nurseries website in the country.

real favourite is to visit the elderly residents of

This is the best score for any nursery in Saltash.

the St. Anne’s and the Tamar House residential

Thank you to all our lovely parents, this is what

homes. We take activities eg craft and sticking

they say :

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“What can I say other than amazing. My son

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his old nursery but Flying Start Nursery @ Saltash

and to show them what to do. The residents

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absolutely love the visits and are very interested

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in the children, they love to join in with all the

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games and the fun and it makes their day. Why

outstanding place love them all “

not have a look on our Facebook if you want to

“Both my husband and I love Flying Start and the

see more.

quality of care and attention they give our son.

We also use all the resources Saltash offers, so

He loves it there and we are beyond pleased with

we go twice weekly to the library for story-time

how he is developing since starting nursery”

and for the wonderful Musicman. We love to go

“I love the offers, incentives and all the little

saltash.net to see the animals. Recently we have

extras the company and the nursery offer too. We

also visited the Fire Station and had a police lady

have recommended Flying Start to a few others

in to talk to us as well as the Saltash Waterside

and a couple now send their children and are

Warden about water safety. On top of all this,

thriving there. They really a credit to Early Years

we use our minibus to visit Forest school and

learning. Thank you sometimes doesn’t seem to

Churchtown farm.

say enough and how grateful we are.”

We love being part of Saltash and if you want

To read more please follow the link on our

to be involved with us please call Amy on 01752

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Article by Kat Archer

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SLAM DUNK FOR SALTASH

sports news Ever thought that basketball could have a positive effect on both your life and the lives of others? Well, by joining Unity Through Sport you can make a real difference to those less fortunate than yourself, whilst integrating with your local community.

Founded by Troy Woodhouse, Ben Byrne and Madelaine Doyle, Unity Through Sport has been putting smiles on people’s faces since 2016.

The aims of the organisation are to raise money for those that need it most and to get people fitter; both physically and mentally.

Unity Through Basketball is a branch of the Unity Through Sport organisation, alongside Unity Through Netball, and sessions have expanded to the Saltash area.

The fresh, inclusive Unity Through Basketball sessions have begun running at Saltash.net community school and are open to all parents and children keen to get involved. This worthwhile initiative endeavours to encourage both parents and children to exercise together and to give something back to the community.

Playing basketball offers an enjoyable approach to getting more active and combatting stress;

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facilitating a healthier lifestyle which can benefit both your physical and mental health. So why not get out of the house and exercise as a family whilst enjoying some quality bonding time with each other? By interacting with others, you have the chance to get out of your comfort zone and formulate new relationships with members of the surrounding community. You also have the fantastic opportunity to learn the game accordingly and acquire new skills by receiving firsthand coaching from experienced players.

If the unquestionable health benefits weren’t encouraging enough, Unity Through Basketball also holds competitive charity events to ramp up the energy and raise money for worthy causes requiring society input.

With people’s contribution, the organisation has already raised a noteworthy £8,400 for Brain Tumour Research! And this is only the beginning; with support from the Saltash community, you could help change the lives of others.

Why not join the Unity family and get active?

Take a positive step in your life. Support those in need, and join the movement towards a healthier lifestyle.

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PORT ELIOT FIREWORK DISPLAY Article by Katie Sanghera

Port Eliot House and Gardens in Saint Germans hosted a fireworks display to celebrate Bonfire Night on November 5th.

The event was held in front of the grand Port Eliot house where people of all ages gathered before the blazing bonfire. The gates opened at 6:30pm for those who wanted to grab a bite to eat, a warming drink and to enjoy the live music from Vince Lee and the Big Combo.

The food stall was obviously a big hit and boasted queues across the whole venue. It offered hotdogs and jacket potatoes with various toppings at a very reasonable price. At the drinks tent, the choice of

mulled wine amongst other beverages hinted at the beginnings of the festive period.

The live music was a lovely touch, creating a buzzing atmosphere before the firework display, which began at 8:30pm. The fireworks themselves were certainly the highlight of the evening and impressed the crowd with a range of magical and show-stopping explosives. The fireworks illuminated the vast Port Eliot grounds and the impressive bonfire burning within them.

Port Eliot certainly hosted one of the more enjoyable Bonfire Night events this year. Paying ÂŁ5 for a ticket was worth being able to enjoy the scenic surroundings, a less densely packed crowd and a most wonderful array of fireworks.

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student news

Cross Country races launch saltash.net’s new House competition

Saltash.net students from Year 7, 8 and 9, as well as friends from Landulph Primary School, recently showed fantastic tenacity and motivation to complete the saltash.net Cross Country course.

The Cross Country competition saw students compete in the first event of a multi- sport yearlong inter House tournament, culminating at Sports Day in July, following rugby, football and netball tournaments throughout the year.

As has become tradition, students from Landulph Primary School joined saltash.net’s Year 7 run, and competed superbly, with some finishing in the top 10 of the Year 7 race.

All podium finishers were presented with a trophy in a post-run presentation. The stand out performance of the day was from Year 7’s Hollie Reid, who recorded the fastest time of all year groups that ran, with an incredible 9.42.

A fantastic performance from a Year 7 student Hollie is one to watch for the future!

Glanville have taken an early lead in the House competition, amassing a fantastic 380 points across the three year groups, followed closely by Brunel with 360. Lynher and Tamar currently have 310 and 300 points respectively, with all still to

The Year 8 winners play for.

Speaking at the end of the competition, Head of PE, Mr Hawkins, was delighted with the efforts of each year group.

“Another year and another excellent Cross Country event at saltash.net. Turnout for the races was fantastic, and the competition could not have been such a success without the great help of saltash.net’s Year 10 Sports Leaders, who marshalled the course really well.

“A number of students showed real tenacity and motivation to finish the course, supported and encouraged all the way by their peers. Well done to all who took part today and well done to House Glanville who are the first Cross Country House Champions!” he said.

The Year 9 winners

The Year 7 winners

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Sporting Achievements at Saltash We have had a great start to the Saltash sporting year, across a range of year groups. One example is the Year 10 rugby team. Captain Tom Hollyman says “all the team have played excellently so far”. However some players to look out for are Henry Curtis, Josh Bennett and Oliver Crawford, according to coach Mr Feldwick.

The team started the County Cup with a home win against Newquay Treviglas 25-17. Spectators were impressed by the connection and competitive side of the boys, which promises great things. On the development front, girls’ rugby is now thriving with a weekly practice and huge interest. We look forward to seeing the girls in competitive action soon!

Also doing well are the netball teams, where last year 3 year groups reached the east county final.

They have started greatly this year, too, with some close matches and some big wins. The teams vary

by Corlissa Waites

throughout the years with committed players who say “it’s fun, challenging and a great experience”.

Football for both boys and girls continues to thrive.

We have teams in every age group and have enjoyed plenty of county successes. Our current Under 15 boys, led by Jensen Bryan, have reached the last 3 county finals, winning the last two, and the Under 16 girls, led by Molly Gill, have won the county competition more than any other school and are the current county champions. We actively encourage students of all abilities to play football each week with both boys and girls enjoying a weekly training session after school on our all-weather pitch. We hope for more brilliant success this year. Sports at Saltash is both highly competitive and open to all abilities - a definite success story!

Hate Crime Awareness Workshop

by Isobel Whittam and Jas Sutton

Saltash Community School is one of several schools which participated in the Hate Crime awareness workshops in South East Cornwall for Years 8 and 9. The aim of the two hour session was to raise awareness of hate crime and to explain the different forms it can take. The workshop started with an explanation of hate crime and a discussion about different minority groups. This was followed by an interactive task where the students re-enacted what it was like to flee a country. This was to help students try to understand and empathise with people who may have

by Isobel Next School Whittam Production – Grease We are proud to announce our next school production is ‘Grease’ and the rehearsals are going very well. The cast

had to experience this. In the final section of the session a guest speaker talked to the students about how she had been attacked because of her religion.

The session was very informative and the workshop really engaged the students in this important issue. Mrs Gue, who organised the event, said, “I feel we understood more about an issue that can sometimes seem like it only applies to big city areas but which is relevant to all young people today. Knowing more about how people from other backgrounds feel is a useful life lesson.” is a mixture of familiar faces and some new keen actors.

With the original songs and great costumes, we are all very excited to see the school’s take on the musical which is being shown in February. Don’t forget to watch the school website for more updates on when the tickets go on sale. We hope to see you all there!

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culture news Author Joanna Trollope Images by Patti Henry

READING: A HOBBY FOR LIFE

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It’s always a pleasant surprise to see how our neck of the woods attracts so many famous names in the literary and artistic world.

Recently we were lucky enough to catch Joanna Trollope, author of over twenty best selling novels, in conversation at Calstock Arts.

Joanna writes extensively about the culture she is from – well healed, middle England, but with a keen eye for what lies underneath. As she puts it, “the veneer of civilised behaviour on the middle classes is paper thin.”

She read aloud from her latest book, “An Unsuitable Match”, a delightful exchange between its main character Rose Woodrow, a divorcee in her mid-sixties, and an old acquaintance who has reappeared in her life: “I’ve never felt this way about anyone… I love you.”

“But I’m 64. I’m a Grandmother!”

The acquaintance continues, “I’ve never done this before. I desperately, really desperately want to marry you.”

And, Joanna interjects, “This is where the children come in.”

“We’re not picking on you Mum, we’re just worried!”

Joanna qualifies her observations with charming candour, “The great aim of my books is to get conversation going. Money and family relationships are recurring themes, as they are in life. Most readers are passionately in favour of Rose’s right to a new relationship, but less passionate about the idea of one of their own parents leaving money to the children of their new partner.”

Joanna’s keen observational skills apply to marital relationships too. “Good marriages – admiration and respect for each other’s principles, livelihood and attitude are less sensational than romantic

love which turns the pages of most English novels with their focus on trouble, dilemma and difficulty.”

Joanna’s passion for writing is amplified by her campaigns to protect local libraries from closure.

She believes that they offer warm, safe spaces for aspirational thinking, “something that is terribly important in a fractured society”. And the novel, she believes, has a vital role in helping us learn about the world and survive our own emotional rollercoasters by connecting to characters who are suffering similarly.

In a defence of her trade shared by her predecessor, Jane Austen, Joanna explains that the novel tells us about humanity, showing us, “in every conceivable way what we could only learn by living life itself.”

If you need an excuse to pick up that book…..

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community news

Gavin leading the class

just keep moving!

Traditionally, if we saw a loved one get out of breath, we’d make them sit down and take it easy. However, there is a group in Saltash who are determined to show fellow sufferers that gentle exercise is not only do-able for those diagnosed with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but it’s actually good for you.

Saltash Breathers were initiated and approved by Saltash Health Centre in 2011 and meet weekly to provide support and tailored breathing and physical exercise from a qualified trainer.

Members pay just £3 to cover the cost of the studio at Saltash Leisure Centre, with support from Gavin, their trainer.

Gavin explained that the exercise is first and foremost fun, and perfect for those who are unable to exercise well. It includes basic functions like getting up from seating, as well as moves to improve posture and prevent hunching over. There is also a lot of encouragement, tips and hints to keep the motivation going and carry on exercising at home.

Despite bodies growing older, and, as one wag at the group explained, “being no bloody good”, the exercise is working.

“A good laugh clears the lungs anyway,” retorted one of the group’s amateur comedians (there are a few apparently), “We don’t take ourselves too seriously.”

“Living with severe asthma can mean you don’t get out much as you become a bit afraid of having an attack in public” said one member. “I didn’t realise how lonely I was before coming here. It’s so good to be able to laugh and chat together without a fear of being a burden on my loved ones.”

The group is open to all as well as taking referrals through a special course run by both Saltash surgeries. It meets on Tuesdays from 1.30-3pm at the Leisure Centre and depends entirely on donations to keep going (there is a small raffle each week which adds a bit of excitement.)

More details from either Gordon Richards on 842424 or Ron Chappell 932171.

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ART news The 2019 exhibitions programme begins with a celebration of watercolours, featuring three amateur groups that meet regularly at Ashtorre Rock: Ashtorre Watercolour Group, Plymouth Watercolour Society and, first, Tamar Art Group.

art at ashtorre

Watercolour is sometimes seen as the poor relation of the painting mediums, less serious than big brothers, oil and acrylic, but it can be subtle and delicate. In the hands of a good painter, it can be strong and vibrant, too. But it is far from easy to master; oils and acrylics can be pushed around, wiped off and painted over, whilst watercolour marks need to be committed from the start; no rubbing out or covering up.

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Hidden Gem on the Saltash waterside

Seasons greetings from all at Just Be!

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If tradition is maintained most of us will leave Santa a raw carrot, possibly a mince pie, and to pair alongside, a small glass of sherry (hopefully not left over from last Christmas), but which sherry?

Sherry is an incredibly versatile drink and the range of styles offer something to accompany all foods, although raw carrot may not be the go to choice for most versions of this increasingly trendy tipple.

Let’s have a look at a few sherries and what we could pair with them.

Styles range from super dry to sticky and deliciously sweet. The driest styles are Fino and Manzanilla, made from the Palomino grape.

Picked and fermented as with any other white wine and then fortified by the addition of grape spirit, to a strength of around 15%. The sherry is then aged under a yeast Flor in barrel. This prevents oxidisation and gives a distinct ‘yeasty style for these dry sherries. For the ammontillado, oloroso (dry to medium) and the delicious sweet sherry made from Pedro Ximinez grape... the flor fades and the wine is open to a controlled oxidisation to give complex nutty flavours.

The Gonzalez Byass Tio Pepe (pictured right) is a really excellent example of dry style fino. It is

readily available in all supermarkets, and incredibly good value at around £12 per 75cl bottle.

Try chilled fino and manzanilla sherries with tasty fish dishes like sardines or mackerel, smoked salmon, it’s great with canapés and starters on Christmas Day! Some great examples of other styles: La Concha Amontillado Sherry, £10 per 75cl: pair this with lighter chicken dishes, patés, and all forms of tapas.

Williams & Humbert 12-Year-Old Oloroso Sherry, £9 per 37.5cl: goes brilliantly with game such as pheasant. Also pairs well with the Christmas turkey.

Fernando de Castilla classic Pedro Ximinez, £20 per 75cl, is simply Christmas in a glass. Serve as a dessert wine or for pure indulgent pleasure pour over a premium Cornish vanilla ice cream! As served at Just Be… heavenly!

And finally as a real seasonal treat: the deep nutty and incredibly complex Fernando de Castilla Antique Palo Cortado, £30 per 50cl, would, in my humble opinion, be Santa’s favourite.

Guaranteeing his return year after year! Great with Charcuterie and cheese or simply wonderful just on it’s own! It will even make the raw carrot taste delicious!

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MUSIC SCENE

A NEW LOCAL BAnd are ON THE ‘HORIZON’

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participation, beckoning

October was packed to

people to join in which is

capacity. Why? There was

why the boys have been

a newly formed band,

booked to play at weddings

The Horizons making

and party functions, as

their debut appearance

their music caters for many

at the Union Inn at the

different musical tastes.

waterside. The band

With twenty experienced

consist of three charming

years between them they have enough gigging experience by playing

Kobain Thorpe, drummer; and Ryan Curtis, lead

pubs, clubs, festivals and supporting other local

Article by Kaye Bonner

young men; Tom Lake, lead vocalist and bassist; guitarist. The pub was buzzing to the trio

bands, such as Land of the Giants and Willie

playing popular indie rock covers, with

and the Bandits, as well as acts like Weatus

a bit of pop thrown in too. but the lads

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GOOD NEWS FROM JENNIFER’s With the recent media coverage of the global plastic crisis, Jennifer's is introducing a reusable coffee cup and replacing single use coffee cups with compostable ones. The reusable cup is made from bamboo fibre.

Bamboo is great because it’s a very fast-growing material, making it easier to avoid deforestation in the regions where it’s grown, it requires no fertilizer and self-regenerates from its own roots, so it doesn't need to be replanted.

The cups are also biodegradable and are BPA and phthalate-free. The silicone lid and sleeve are not, however, biodegradable, but this is something we are looking to implement when available.

There’s nothing wrong with using paper cups, and there will be times where carrying around a reusable cup made out of bamboo fibre just isn’t possible, and that’s completely fine. But where possible and convenient, we would love to see our regulars carry these cups around, leading the way to a greener Saltash. We love these cups, and our hope is you will too.

When you buy one of our bamboo cups, you will see that Jennifer’s supports Animals Asia. We will donate 50p from every sale of the reusable cup to Animals Asia, and every time you come back for a refill using the bamboo cup we will donate 20p.

As encouragement to use the bamboo cup we have reduced the cost of a takeaway coffee to £1.30 a saving of 50p per coffee! The single

use compostable cup takeaway price is £1.80. The bamboo cup is priced at £6.50 and you get a free cup of coffee with the purchase.

Jennifer’s is launching a vegetarian and vegan menu which is available from November. We hope that customers will try the new dishes and look out for our vegan cakes. We offer soya milk and oat milk as an alternative to cow milk, so you can enjoy our excellent dairy free coffee.

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YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON LOCALLY monday 26 NOVEMBER Face2Face Oasis A group for parents or carers of a disabled child or those with additional needs. Support is given 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.

Saltash Children’s Centre, Callington Road | 9.30am - 11.30am | Free | INFO Julia Donnell 07767 111867 Fire Cadets Fire Cadets gives young people aged between 11 and 17 the opportunity to work within the fire and rescue service equipment and learn to work together as a team. New cadets are welcome.

Every Monday | Saltash Fire Station | 6.30pm 8.30pm | INFO 07811 954830

Industrial Heritage all set in 6.5 acres of ancient oak woodland in the beautiful Loveny Valley, nr Liskeard Slate Mine ~ Underground Lake ~ Gardens ~ Woodland walk ~ Enchanted Dell ~ Gift Shop ~ Weddings ~ Concerts and Events Venue Dec 1st and 2nd Alternative Christmas Present Show 10am ~ 5pm Dec 15th Mad Dog Mcrea 8pm £17

01579 320251 | info@carnglaze.com see www.carnglaze.com for details Open all year | Mon ~ Sat 10am ~ 5pm St Neot, Liskeard, PL14 6HQ

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 | 7pm - 9pm | INFO 01208 73183 Meditation Classes Join a class anytime. No need to book. Beginners welcome. Hosted by Ashoka Kadampa Buddhist Centre in Plymouth.

The Shado Centre, Plougastel Drive | 7pm - 8.15pm | £6, students £3 | INFO meditationplymouth.org.uk

tuesday 27 november Digital Champions Free digital training is on over in libraries across Cornwall. Helping you send and receive emails, fill in forms such as job applications, create a social media account to stay in touch with friends and family, shop online and find offers and access the Council website.

Every Tuesday | Saltash Library | 10am - 12pm | Free | INFO www.cornwall.gov.uk 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 Rhymetime Free sessions of rhymes, stories and singing for children aged 0 - 4 years old and their carers, featuring David and his guitar.

Every Tuesday | Saltash Library | 10.30am - 11.15am | Free | INFO www.cornwall.gov.uk

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OUT AND ABOUT Knit and Knatter, Craft and Chatter A group of like minded people getting together to enjoy a variety of craft activities. Learn new skills and exchange ideas. Any age, any ability and free.

Every Tuesday | Saltash Library | 1pm - 4pm | Free | INFO www.cornwall.gov.uk Saltash Kernow Short Mat Bowling Club Go and join the Saltash Kernow Mat Bowling Club on Tuesday afternoons and evenings. All levels 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

Six O’Clock Club In business, in Saltash? You’ll love the relaxed, informal environment of the Six O’Clock Club.

Whether you’re a startup, sole trader, superstar or part of a larger team, everyone’s welcome. All you have to do is book a place on the Eventbrite and bring a pocketful of business cards, a smile and a willingness to get social and make new connections.

Brunel Inn | 6pm - 9pm | INFO Email mike@ sixoclockclub.com or call/text on 07943 866973 Badminton Players Vacancies. Casual play non league, not suitable for beginners.

Every Tuesday | Local facility in Saltash | 7pm - 9pm | INFO John 07981 363346

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Christmas Carols Mary Newman’s Cottage Sunday 16th December 3pm to 6.30pm

The Cottage is traditionally decorated and has a beautiful open fire Mulled wine & Mince Pies Join in and sing along to the musicians playing your favourite festive carols

£5 per person on the door 48 Culver Road, Saltash

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atmosphere to converse and build friendships.

Every Wednesday | Ploughboy Pub, Liskeard Road | 12.15pm - 2pm | INFO Sarah 01752 848728 DECAF - Saltash Live at Home Activity group to support anyone living with dementia. All Live at Home members welcome to join in. Programme of activities for the year: music, willow craft, animal party, crafts etc.

Every second and fourth Wednesday | Burraton Church | 2pm - 4pm | INFO Sarah Clook or Liz Hewer 01752 848728 Saltash Ladies Choir Saltash Ladies Choir practice every Wednesday.

Every Wednesday | Burraton Methodist Church | 7.15pm - 9.15pm | INFO Secretary Mrs Norma Spencer 01752 843108 normalee14@blueyonder. co.uk

Thursday 29 november Milling Days at Cotehele Mill Adventure down to Cotehele Mill on Thursdays

Cotehele Mill

and Sundays to see the mill in action. The millers grind organic wholemeal flour. You can watch the grinding and bagging on Thursdays and Sundays (water dependent) and even buy a bag to take home. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply.

Every Thursday and Sunday | Cotehele Mill | 11am 4pm | Free | INFO 01579 350606 Festival of Trees and Christmas Light Switch On Start your festive season at the fabulous annual festival of trees supported by the Carol Concert.

Enjoy complimentary mulled wine and mince pies on arrival. Perfect for all the family, traditional Christmas carols and well-known Christmas songs, featuring Plymouth Raider’s Foxy, who will be switching on the lights.

St Mellion International Resort | 6pm | Free | INFO Call 01579 352040 Lego Club For fanatics aged between 5 and 11 years old, enjoy the fun and creativity of Lego together at this weekly club.

Every Thursday (during term time) | Saltash Library | 3.30pm - 4.30pm | Free | INFO www.cornwall.gov.uk

friday 30 november 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

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OUT AND ABOUT 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

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Christmas Shopping Evening A wide range of products will be available from a great selection of traders from across Cornwall and Devon, alongside the church’s own fundraising stalls. Refreshments available including hot pork rolls. Entertainment from the male voices of Ocean City Sound.

St Stephen’s Church | 6.30pm - 9pm | Free | INFO www.saltashteamministry.org Saltash Heritage Local History Centre Opening The centre has qualified staff to assist you to research your own family history and all aspects of life in the Saltash area.

17 Lower Fore Street, PL12 6JQ | 7pm - 9pm | Free | INFO Mrs Lizzy Sharpe-Asprey secretary@saltashheritage.org.uk RWindband Concert Band Rehearsals Symphonic wind band based in Saltash. For players over 16 years of age with sight reading ability of grade 6. Looking for percussion and brass players to join.

Burraton Community Centre | 7.30pm - 9.30pm | INFO Mike Nottage 07779 063948 mike4sax@ gmail.com

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saturday 1 december Table Top Sale Everyone welcome! Every first Saturday of the month, Burraton Methodist Church hold a table top sale. They also host an Easter Fair, a Summer Fair and Christmas Fair. Stalls, raffles, tea and coffee available.

Burraton Methodist Church | 10am - 12pm | Tables £3 | INFO Thomas Arnold 01752 208235, mobile 07848 865684 or Carol Steed 01752 311752 Deck the Halls in Cotehele Gallery The festive exhibition at Cotehele Gallery features the work of West Country artists and craft makers.

You’ll find beautiful pieces for your home or for that

Community Market

extra-special Christmas gift.

Continues until 6 Jan | Cotehele Gallery | 10am - 4pm | Free | INFO www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cotehele 12th Annual Christmas Tree Festival SS Nicholas and Faith Church Social Committee will be hosting the 12th Annual Christmas Tree Festival.

Refreshments will be served throughout the day, with appearances from Saltash Handbell Ringers and The Burraton Boys. Easy disabled access.

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| 10am - 6pm | £1.50, children free | INFO Leslie Stevens Chairperson 01752 842521 Children’s Christmas Crafts The children get crafty this Christmas, making cards and postcards inspired by this year’s Commemoration Garland artwork. Booking not needed. This event is free, but admission charges apply.

Various dates until 23 Dec | Cotehele | 12pm - 5pm | Free | INFO Call 01579 351346 press 0 Saltash Christmas Festival Brought to you by the Saltash Chamber of Pentillie Castle

Commerce, the Festival sees Fore Street transformed into a pedestrian haven with snow in the air and stilt walkers on the ground. Come marvel at the lantern parade and support your local shops this Christmas.

Fore Street | 1pm | Free Choirs under the Garland Come along to hear local choirs singing in the Great Hall under the Commemoration Garland. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply.

Continues until 23 Dec | Cotehele | 1pm - 1.30pm, 2pm - 2.30pm | Free | INFO Call 01579 351346 press 0 Gingerbread House Workshop Come along as a family and decorate your own gingerbread house, which Cotehele’s chef has baked and assembled for you. Decoration materials will be provided and you’ll take your gingerbread house away to enjoy for Christmas. Booking essential.

Every Saturday in December | Cotehele | 2pm - 4pm | £30 per family | INFO Call 01579 351346

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OUT AND ABOUT Christmas Festival of Displays Christmastide, yesteryear and present day.

Afternoon and evening refreshments will be served.

All proceeds for the Chapel.

Burraton Methodist Church | 2pm - 8pm | INFO 01752 844169 The Sultans The Sultans are a six piece band playing an exciting mix of danceable music, guaranteed to make your evening go with a swing! With a repertoire to suit all tastes including jump jive, a selection of Sinatra, plus a hint of Glenn Miller, a touch of Latino, plus a smattering of something more modern, this is exactly the right mix to make your night one to remember.

Saltash Social Club | 9pm - 11.30pm | Free | INFO Andy 01752 842863 Banana Thieves In a nutshell, the Banana Thieves are a jumping five piece band, playing an eclectic range of songs and styles, from ska to new wave, soul to electro pop, guaranteed fun! Avoiding overplayed pub classics, expect to hear songs from Pulp, Madness, The Cure,

The Stranglers, Duran Duran, The Jam, Talking Heads and many more.

The Union Inn | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO Tom 01752 844770 Ashes to Ashes Picture the scene: Sometime in the 1980s. An up and coming band, playing the hits of the time in a bar full of yuppies. A freak accident in the bullet factory next door sees the entire band wiped out.

Or were they? All the songs you tried to forget are back! Ashes to Ashes are just a bit more retro than they used to be. Playing Duran Duran, Cher, Madness, Michael Jackson, Simple Minds, Blondie and more, expect great music with more dodgy hairdos than you can shake an eye liner pencil at.

Callington Social Club | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01579 384235

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WHAT’S ON AT CALSTOCK ARTS

saturday 1 december Jean Toussaint Quintet - A Tribute to Art Blakey Grammy award-winning saxophonist Jean Toussaint first came to prominence with Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers in 1982 He returns to Calstock Arts after a sell-out gig at Calstock Jazz and Blues Festival, with his new band featuring some of the most exciting young musicians on the UK scene.

7pm doors, 8pm start| £15 advance, £16 on the door, £1 reduction for Friends of Calstock Arts, £8 under 18s and students with valid ID | INFO Tickets are available via www.calstockarts.org

thursday 6 November Calstock Film: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (Ol Parker 2018) Cert PG Five years after the events of Mamma Mia, Sophie prepares for the grand reopening of the Hotel Bella Donna as she learns more about her mother’s past.

7pm doors, 7.30pm start | C Fylm annual membership £6, includes first film. £4 for subsequent films. Don’t forget your membership card. | INFO Tickets are available via www. calstockarts.org friday 7 December O’Hooley & Tidow present WinterFolk Belinda and Heidi return for an evening of beautifully performed, original, contemporary and traditional Winter songs, with a performance that is powerful, deeply moving and soulful infused with an honesty and empathy that always goes down a storm.

7pm doors, 8pm start | £12 advance, £13 door, £1 reduction for Friends of Calstock Arts, £5 under 18s | INFO Tickets are available via www.calstockarts.org wednesday 7 december Calstock Film: The Lunchbox (Ritesh Batra) Cert PG Calstock Arts is supporting a fundraising evening by Tamwed, who are providing a delicious Indian meal followed by the screening of an award winning film.

7pm doors, 8pm start | £12.50 for food and film, £5 for film only | INFO Tickets are available via www. calstockarts.org Saturday 15 december

Calstock Singers presents Worldwide Christmas Calstock Singers invites you to join them for an international celebration, featuring songs new to their repertoire as well as much loved favouirtes. Featuring solos, poems and seasonal surprises in several languages, there’ll be opportunities for audience participation and a raffle held to support Shelterbox.

6.45pm doors, 7.30pm start | £6.50 | INFO Tickets are available via www.calstockarts.org saturday 16 december Sunday Sessions Christmas Special with Just Friends Marianne and Peter present an afternoon of jazz standards with a few Christmas songs interspersed!

Songs by Joni Mitchell, Charlie Chaplin and Jacques Brel, not to mention a Christmas carol as you’ve never heard it before.

3pm doors, 4pm start | Free entry, donations to Crisis at Christmas | INFO Tickets are available via www.calstockarts.org saturday 19 january The People’s String Foundation presents Res Publica The People’s String Foundation is an army of bohemians and vagabonds hailing from the grass roots of British music culture, mixing world, classical and urban styles in anarchic embroilment.

7pm doors, 8pm start | £10 advance, £11 door, £1 reduction for Friends of Calstock Arts, £5 under 18s | INFO Tickets are available via www.calstockarts.org

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Market. Join in for some festive fun!

Saltash Social Club | 11am - 3pm | Free | INFO Stall bookings daniellefrith@googlemail.com

even surprising songs!

The Cecil Arms | 5pm - 7pm | Free | INFO 01752 841557

Roller Disco Put your skates on and join in for non stop fun!

Under 8s are to be supervised at all times, adults supervising will need to book and pay for a space.

Skates supplied, socks required.

China Fleet Country Club | 11am - 11.55am, 12pm - 12.55pm | Adult/child member £2.75pp, adult/ child non-member £4pp | INFO Call 01752 848668 to book

tuesday 4 december

Idle Hands Formed in 2006, Idle Hands are an electro-acoustic duo comprising of Clive and Ross. Expect covers from artists such as Thin Lizzy, Elbow, U2, Guns n’ Roses, The Stranglers, Eagles, Rolling Stones, Snow Patrol, to name just a few. Focussing on rock, country and folk songs from the 1960’s to the present day, Idle Hands provide a colourful mix of popular, interesting, forgotten and sometimes,

Ladies Luncheon Enjoy a glass of wine on arrival with a two course luncheon followed by a talk from guest speaker Fine Artists Clare Law. Clare’s artwork has evolved from a passion of exploring light, colour and texture. With impressionism and the natural world as constant inspirations, she creates richly textured oil paintings with only a palette knife. Taking great delight in bringing life to each new canvas, her paintings are invitations, drawing the viewer into the landscape. Lunch menu released soon.

Pentillie Castle | 12.30pm for seating at 1pm | £25 | INFO Call 01579 350044 to book.

Saltash Floral Art Club Do you enjoy your garden and flower arranging?

Come along and meet like-minded people. None

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All decorating products available

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Friendly local service from a local shop

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dementia can enjoy safe walking routes. Walks vary in length from 30 to 90 minutes.

Every first and third Wednesday | 10am | INFO 07512 098117 Festive Wreath Making with Miranda Hackett Create your own festive wreath with fresh foliage and berries with artisan florist Miranda Hackett.

Cotehele | 10.30am - 12.30pm | £60 | INFO 01579 351346

Cotehele

of the club are professionals, but they’re building up their knowledge by learning from each other.

Professional demonstrators are programmed into some meetings, there’s also workshops and garden visits.

First Tuesday of every month (except Jan and June) | Saltash Wesley Methodist Church | 7.30pm | Free for members, £4 for visitors | INFO 07952 348003

wednesday 5 december Dementia Voice PL12 Walking Group Affected by dementia? With the support of trained walk leaders, people living with, or affected by,

LOOKING TO BOOK YOUR CHRISTMAS PARTY OR A FUNCTION?

SALTASH UNITED • Function rooms to hire • Licensed Bar • Buffet menu available • DJ can be provided if required To book or further enquiries, call 01752 845746 or find us on Facebook @saltashunited

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

friday 7 december Festive Wreath and Christmas Corsage Workshop Join for the annual Christmas Floral Workshop, followed by a delicious two course lunch. Amanda Randell and Phillip Corps return to Pentillie this year to teach you how to create an elegant festive wreath to decorate your front doors by using traditional methods of hand tying the wreath and not using oasis. After, you will have the chance to make a Christmas corsage with a magnetic back to decorate your festive outfit or hat this Christmas.

All materials will be supplied, but please feel free to bring your favourite feathers and embellishments to add to your corsage.

Pentillie Castle | 9.30am | £59pp | INFO To book call 01579 350044 ‘A Feast for the Eyes’ - Christmas Exhibition with Jo March and Suzy Kraike After the success of her first solo show in Cornwall for several years, Jo March returns to the Bathing Hut at the Pentillie Quay to hold a Christmas exhibition, with Suzy Kraike and friends. Jo March is an artist with an unconventional view of country scenes and its inhabitants. Her imagination is quirky and mischeivious, giving the viewer a lot to think about and discuss.

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Party Nights This year’s St Mellion themed Christmas Party is all about mysteries, roulette tables and class!

Take a chance, place your bets and dress like an international (wo)man of mystery, then ‘strut’ into the beautifully decorated suite to enjoy a delicious four course meal followed by dancing until late.

Repeated throughout December | St Mellion International Resort | Four course dinner from £33pp | INFO 01579 352063 Polperro Fisherman’s Choir - A Christmas Concert St Stephen’s Church welcome back the amazing Polperro Fishermen’s Choir. These guys really know how to put on a Christmas Concert. Tickets available from Pigets, or pay on the door.

St Stephen’s Church | 6.45pm doors, 7.30pm start | £5 | INFO www.saltashteamministry.org The Wireless The Wireless are a versatile covers band, with over 100 songs ranging from 60s to the modern day. The Wireless can tailor a performance to the desires of any audience! Formed in Plymouth in 2004, they

Established since 1984

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The Union Inn

have entertained audiences across Europe, and have a set list for all occasions.

The Union Inn | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO Tom 01752 844770 The Sound The Sound are a four piece indie rock and pop band based in Plymouth. They deliver an impressive host of material that will get any event up on their feet from beginning to end. The band have been noted to put their own stamp on modern covers as well as traditional tracks by some great acts of our time, including Adele, Oasis, Kings of Leon, The Killers, Fleetwood Mac, John Newman and many more.

The Rod & Line, Tideford | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01752 851912

saturday 8 december Twilight Walk An opportunity to find out what may be about on the reserve at dusk. Hot drinks and mince pies will be provided afterwards. Please bring a torch.

Churchtown Farm Nature Reserve, meet at the Wearde Road entrance | 4pm - 6.30pm | £2 nonmembers, free for members | INFO Mary Longworth 01752 843852 or Bob Austin 01752 844666 Dementia Voice PL12 Veterans Group Anyone connected to the Armed Services and is affected by dementia is welcome.

Every two weeks | SHADO Centre, Plougastel Drive | 4.30pm - 6.30pm

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OUT AND ABOUT Christmas at Ashtorre Rock Lynn Marsh is delighted that the Saltash Ladies Choir will be singing at the Ashtorre Rock Christmas Concert.

Ashtorre Rock | 7.30pm - 9.30pm | INFO lynnsmarsh@aol.com Lipstick & Lashes The Lipstick & Lashes ladies will be performing their own repertoire of motown and pop covers.

Saltash Social Club | 9pm - 11.30pm | Free | INFO Andy 01752 842863

sunday 9 december Santa’s Grotto & Carvery Santa and his elves are ready to greet the little ones with that extra special gift, as well as face painting, colouring and the spirit of Christmas brought alive by mulled wine and carol singers. This really is a family affair.

Repeats on 16 Dec | China Fleet Country Club | 12pm - 3pm | £15.50pp (Under 2’s free) | INFO Call 01752 848668 to book

wednesday 12 december

saturday 15 december

Carols in the Courtyard Get in the festive spirit and join the Liskerret Male Voice Choir for some traditional carol singing in the Pentilie Courtyard. Don’t forget to wrap up warm as this is an outdoor event. There will be warming winter refreshments available to keep you toasty.

Donations will be taken to support the outstanding work of St Luke’s Hospice.

Pentillie Castle | 6pm | Free | INFO www.pentillie.co.uk

Commemoration Garland in the Great Hall Cotehele is commemorating the centenary of the end of the First World War with a special artwork created by West Country artist Dominique Coiffait, inspired by the ebb and flow of life in Cotehele garden. This artwork will wind around the walls of the Great Hall and complement the 60ft cut flower garland created by the garden team and volunteers.

Continues until 6 Jan | Cotehele | 11am - 4pm | Free | INFO www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cotehele

friday 14 december WhiskyFalls WhiskyFalls are a four piece indie rock band from Saltash, comprising of Mark, Steve, Andy and Graham. Whether it be full on rock, indie or even mellow acoustic, these boys have something for you. They live to play live!

The Bull’s Head, Callington | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01579 383387

Meet Mother and Father Christmas Mother and Father Christmas will be receiving visitors in their grotto before they return to the North Pole to start their Christmas deliveries.

Timed-tickets will be issued from the Victorian Library, families may choose to queue early.

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Forder Carol Service and Lights Switch On Carols under the Christmas Tree, with the lights switch on at 6.30pm. After the Service, there will be mince pies and mulled wine, and a visit from Father Christmas. All welcome. If you would like your child to receive a Christmas present from Santa, please contact Carole Brown on 01752 849709 Forder | 6pm - 7.30pm | Free | INFO Carole Brown cgbcurtis@aol.com Jaded Angel Jaded Angel are a highly entertaining band from Plymouth, playing a range of classics, rock and pop music. With great vocals and awesome live guitar, this talented duo gives high-energy and crowd pleasing performances that will be sure to fill the dance floor!

Saltash Social Club | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01752 842863

friday 21 december Christmas Party with Black Jack Davey Get into the festive spirit and dance the night

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away with two performances by Black Jack Davey.

Including a festive buffet and a disco, this really is the party to get you in the Christmas mood!

China Fleet Country Club | 7pm - midnight | £22.50 £25 | INFO www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cotehele Voodoo Both Nick and Becky have been on the music scene for many years, and are no strangers to entertaining crowds. Voodoo provide an eclectic set, ranging from rock, through to pop and ballads.

A premium, professional duo, with a combined 54 years in the business, guaranteed to bring an exciting, energetic performance to every show!

The Bull’s Head, Callington | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01579 383387 Slim Semora Hailing from Houston, Texas with roots in Nashville, Slim delivered what he refers to as a bone rattlin’ blend of ‘Texarkana’ music - Americana, rhythm and blues, alt country and folk rock. Influenced by legends such as Johnny Cash, Neil Young, ZZ Top and Bob

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OUT AND ABOUT Dylan, expect a one man finger picking band, with gutsy rhythm, raspy vocals and toe tapping beats.

The Fisherman’s Arms | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01503 265800

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saturday 22 december Let’s Wassail!

Come and join us at our annual Wassail as we scare away the evil spirits from the orchard to ensure a bumper crop for 2019. Fancy dress encouraged, bring something noisy too! Meet outside reception.

Cotehele | 11.30am - 12pm | Free | INFO Call 01579 351346 press 0

feet and the party swinging!

Saltash Social Club | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01752 842863

Skool Daze Skool Daze are a five piece male vocals, guitar pop rock band, noted for its diverse range of musical styles, and a fun packed performance. Audiences are positively encouraged to sing, dance, join in and make fools of themselves. It’s all about having a good time! From the forties to the noughts, Skool Daze will get you involved, getting you up on your

The LadyKillers The LadyKillers play a hot mix of covers and originals with an American rock influence. They’re a three piece standard rock trio, with three pro musicians, taking a break from other things to rock your night away.

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Edward Tresloggett Having played music for over 25 years, Edward is an experienced and skilled singer, songwriter and musician. Having played in various bands over the years and influenced by the likes of Tim Buckley, Nick Drake and Paul Weller, Edward brings his own identity to the songs he covers and gives them a unique soulful makeover.

The Fisherman’s Arms | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01503 265800

sunday 23 december BarraCoodas BarraCoodas play classic and contemporary rock and punk covers, from the late 1960s through to the current day, featuring the likes of AC/DC, Green Day, Pink Floyd, Hendrix, Radiohead, The Cult and loads of others.

Bullers Arms, Looe | 5pm - 8pm | Free | INFO 01503 264325

monday 24 december The Dellatones The Dellatones are made up Wendy, Pete and Nik, who play rock and roll like it used to be played, with no gadgets or backing tracks. Playing unforgettable songs by Elvis Presley, Brenda Lee, Buddy Holly, The Everly Brothers, Chuck Berry, Cliff Richard and so much more, they’re the authentic sound of the 1950s and 60s.

Saltash Social Club | 9pm - 11.30pm | Free | INFO 01752 842863 The Wireless The Wireless are a versatile covers band, with over 100 songs ranging from 60s to the modern day. The Wireless can tailor a performance to the desires of any audience! Formed in Plymouth in 2004, they have entertained audiences across Europe, and have a set list for all occasions.

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COMING UP AT THE PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Jazz, in all its forms, seems to have quite a following in Saltash and the surrounding area. The Plymouth Jazz Club has been running since 1984 with the sole objective to bring quality live jazz music to the local area. It promotes a wide range of jazz styles by top line artists from the UK, Europe and USA. Featured artists & bands have included Clare Teal, Alan Barnes, Scott Hamilton, Greg Abate, John Etheridge, Mark Nightingale, Jim Mullen, Karen Sharp and many more.

All newcomers will be guaranteed a grand old welcome at this friendly, lively club, so if you are interested in trying something new, or rekindling an old passion why not give your ears a treat. Doors open 7pm for a 7.30pm start. For all events, admission £9 (Members £7, full time students £5) Tickets on the door; information 01752 774343 www.plymouth-jazz-club.org.uk

Sunday Dec 2 - The Drat Pack Saxophonist Neil Maya leads this lively swig, jive, jazz & Latin band fronted by charistmatic singer Adam Moran.

Sunday Dec 16 - Kevin Grenfell’s Jazz Giants Just the band for a Christmas party!

Great music, great humour, great fun. Featuring ace reeds player Zoltan Sagi.

Sunday Jan 27 The Magnolia Jazz Band A relatively new Devon-based band formed by banjoist Pete Miller to play the New Orleans style.

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69 Members of the Saltash Regatta Committee with their awards

SALTASH REGATTA wins big!

Primary Times Readers were quizzed over their favourite family attractions – places that they can visit for a full day out and for a half day out; indoor play centre; outdoor play centre; party venue/entertainer; free local family event; local fair, show or festival; best value of money attraction and the readers also chose an overall winner.

One tightly fought-for category was that of favourite Local Fair, Show or Festival and it was certainly interesting to read the broad spectrum of answers. The entertaining events and family orientated activities at the Saltash Regatta and Waterside Festival enabled it to be chosen as the favourite Local Fair, Show or Festival for 2018.

The Saltash Regatta and Waterside Festival also won a new award introduced for 2018, that of favourite Free Local Family Event.

Karen Lilley said, “On behalf of the Regatta Committee, we are so delighted and proud to be receiving these awards. In the main, this event is run by volunteers who need to fund raise, plan

and deliver a two-day festival, every year. It can be an exhausting task! Recognition such as this, (that was completely unexpected), is inspiring and very gratifying. It gives us the drive to push forward to ensure our community enjoys many family Regattas for years to come. Thank you to everyone for all your votes and for all the hard work and support that is shown by everyone involved. A special thanks to our sponsors and stall holders, who we rely on to make this event a reality.”

Linda Edwards, Publishing Editor at Primary Times said: “We are so grateful to our readers for their valued contribution to our Reader Star Awards. The results are incredibly insightful which allows us to take a glimpse into the minds of local people, discovering what the children enjoy most. We would like to applaud all the individual winners and runners-up of each category and congratulate them on their success”.

You can read more about the Primary Times Star Awards at www.primarytimes.co.uk/plymouth

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OUT AND ABOUT St Mellion International Resort

Boxing Day Carvery Enjoy a carvery after Christmas at St Mellion International Resort. Four course lunch, with tea, coffee and truffles.

St Mellion International Resort | Adults £27, under 12s £10, under 5s free | INFO 01579 352070

friday 28 december tuesday 25 december Christmas Day Lunch Five course lunch with welcome drink and canapés.

St Mellion International Resort | Adults £55, under 12s £20, under 5s, free | INFO 01579 352070

wednesday 26 december Boxing Day Brunch After the excitement of Christmas Day, carry on the family celebrations with an all you can eat buffet.

No need to book, just turn up on Boxing Day. China Fleet Country Club |10am - 2pm | Adults £14.50, children £8.50 | INFO www.china-fleet.co.uk Your regular update from

Riptide Riptide are a covers band based in and around the Plymouth area. Together, they have years of experience playing in rock and pop covers bands, such as Vicious Kitten, with members having played with the likes of Massive Attack and toured with The Smashing Pumpkins. Nowadays they specialise in modern chart music, played acoustically with covers including Rita Ora, Ed Sheeran, Charlie Puth, Bruno Mars, DNCE, Justin Timberlake, Coldplay and many more.

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We are a not-for-profit voluntary group, open to everyone living or working in Saltash and the surrounding area

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Make contact with our Community Hub at 4 Fore Street, telephone 01752 848348, email hub@cepl12.co.uk or just drop in (open Mon-Wed 10am1pm, and Thurs-Sat 10am-3pm)

Find out about the Saltash Hopper, and make bookings, buy tickets.

Join us as a Member, contribute your ideas and get your Saltash Card for local discounts

Make contact with Dementia Voice for advice and support

Buy local products at our regular Markets

Find out about Volunteering for us or for other local organisations

We also manage 18 Belle Vue Road, hosting Citizens Advice and the Foodbank, and have a keen interest in Pop-Up shops!

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Voodoo Both Nick and Becky have been on the music scene for many years, and are no strangers to entertaining crowds. Voodoo provide an eclectic set, ranging from rock, through to pop and ballads.

A premium, professional duo, with a combined 54 years in the business, guaranteed to bring an exciting, energetic performance to every show!

Saltash Social Club | 9pm - 12am | Free | INFO 01752 842863 Jack Bartlett Jack began playing guitar at the age of 14, after being shown how to play his first three chords by his Dad. He went on to teach himself, studying the likes of George Harrison, Joe Walsh and Dave Davies, soon after writing his own songs with influence from the music of the 60’s. Since then, Jack has released his own music, and continues to play live in venues around Devon and Corwall.

Bullers Arms, Looe | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01503 264325

sunday 30 december Rehouse Rehouse are a three piece blues rock band based in Plymouth. They play covers by Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Cream and BB King to name just a few, as well as writing their own material.

Bullers Arms, Looe | 6pm - 8pm | Free | INFO 01503 264325

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OUT AND ABOUT Monday 31 december New Year’s Eve Bring in the New Year with family and friends out at the ever popular China Fleet New Year’s Eve Party.

Dance the night away and countdown to 2019!

Book early to avoid disappointment.

China Fleet Country Club | 7pm - 1am (Food served 7.30pm - 9pm) | Adult member £36, adult nonmember £42, child member £17, child non-member £22 | INFO Call 01752 848668 to book Bond Night You are invited to embrace the ‘Bond Night’ party spirit and join in the fun of a full night of celebrations, with a glass of Prosecco and canapés upon arrival, before sitting down to a lavish dinner. The night will then be all yours to enjoy and dance away, with music from a live band and a DJ, as well as a cocktail bar serving classics old and new to embrace the magic of the occasion and welcome in 2019.

St Mellion International Resort | £75pp | INFO 01579 352063 Mrs Jones Soul and motown is the best dance and feel good music, that appeals to so many generations. Mrs Jones is a superb entertaining vocalist who never fails to get people up dancing or tapping their feet.

Saltash Social Club | 9pm - 12.30am | TBC | INFO 01752 842863 WhiskyFalls WhiskyFalls are a four piece indie rock band from Saltash, comprising of Mark, Steve, Andy and Graham. Whether it be full on rock, indie or even mellow acoustic, these boys have something for you. They live to play live!

Cardinals Hatt | 9pm - 1am | TBC | INFO 01752 845888

thursday 3 january Health and Wellbeing Yoga Retreat Rebalance, reenergise and refocus with yoga teacher Jackie Robinson. Join Jackie for four days of yoga, pranayama, meditation, kriyas, chanting, delicious food and great company in the beautiful surroundings of the Pentillie Estate. The perfect

way to start your New Year.

Continues until 6 Jan | Pentillie Castle | From £695pp | INFO Call 01579 350044 Cheezifit Classes Cheezifit, launching on January 3rd, is a physiotherapy led interactive community based dance fitness programme. Cheezifit is all about dancing to recognisable, happy music; think Wham, Michael Bublé, Frank Sinatra, Kylie and The Bee Gees. All abilities are welcome and the focus is on health, improving quality of life, balance and posture. The dances are funny and the music cheesy, so fitness feels easy. Phsyiotherapist and dance rehabilitation specialist Ros Glendinning has two degrees, one in dance and one in phsyiotherapy.

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LAUNCHING IN SALTASH IN JANUARY 2019:

'Exercise for Mums at every stage of motherhood' Classes which offer circuit based, postnatal safe exercise - with baby & toddler zones so your little ones can play while you work out.

Tuesdays at The Core from 8th Jan: 9:30am - Mum & Baby, 10:30am - Mum & Toddler Thursdays at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church from 31st Jan: 6:30pm - OneFitCore - 6 week Specialist Core & Pelvic Floor Class, 7:15pm - Evening Circuits

FREE TRIAL for every mum to the baby or toddler classes

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OUT AND ABOUT China Fleet Country Club

saturday 12 january Robin Hood Pantomime Sherwood Forest’s notorious outlaw is making an appearance. The production team behind ‘Beauty and the Beast’ is back by popular demand with the ultimate pantomime adventure of Robin Hood!

Prepare for an action-packed tale full of songs, mischief and plenty of misery! A really accessible show, suitable for the whole family. Fresh popcorn and sweets available throughout. Book early to avoid disappointment!

St Mellion International Resort | 4.30pm start | £10 | INFO Tickets 01579 352070 Weazeldust Weazeldust are a four piece rock and roll band playing 50s, 70s, rock and roll and glam covers.

Expect Eddie Cochran, Trex, Mud, Buddy Holly and more mixed up with Weazeldust’s own lyrically humorous songs and a saxophone player.

Saltash Social Club | 9pm - 11.30pm | Free | INFO 01752 842863

sunday 13 january Pentillie Castle Wedding Preview Explore the castle dressed for a wedding and gain expert advice from wedding suppliers over a glass of bubbly! View the Castle set up as a wedding venue and meet some of the preferred suppliers.

The Pentillie Wedding team will also be on hand to offer some expert advice.

Pentillie Castle | 1pm - 4pm | Free | INFO 01579 350044

wednesday 16 january Volunteer Open Day What are you doing in 2019? Do you have an interest in working at Cotehele? Come and learn all about how you can help look after Cotehele. Join in for a casual chat, tea, cake and to meet the team. No need to book, just drop in anytime during the day.

Cotehele | 11am - 3pm | Free | INFO Call 01579 351346

saturday 19 january Take That Tribute You will feel every emotion from pure excitement and energy during the highly charged Relight My Fire and become overwhelmed by goose bumps during a chilling version of Said It All. Adults only.

China Fleet Country Club | 7.30pm - 12am | Members £13, non-members £15 | INFO 01752 848668 Courses and Career Advice Get the opportunity to talk to tutors, tour the campus and see the facilities that Cornwall College has to offer. Meet currentl students and find out more about student life, transport, finance and student support.

Cornwall College | 10am - 12pm | INFO 0330 123 2523 or visit www.cornwall.ac.uk

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