Love Saltash September 2018

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Hello and welcome... ...to Love Saltash September edition.

This is such a bumper month in so many ways we have squeezed so much content into our 68 page issue, as there is so much to shout about in our town.

I’m sure everyone would like to congratulate all our young people who have picked up results from college and school and who are moving on to pastures new. It’s such an important time of new beginnings and we wish you all the very best as you take those tentative but determined steps into your futures.

Like the seasons, small towns thrive on that cyclical way of thinking from the bursting forth of spring, the exuberance of summer, the bounty and storing away of autumn, and the quiet contemplation of winter – the waiting and consolidation that our seasons of death and

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rebirth need in order to move on well.

We have some goodbyes in this edition, as we take the time to remember the past, but recognise that life moves on.

It’s clear that in order to do this well, we need all the generations interacting with each other, otherwise its so easy to fall into despondency if everyone around us is in the same season of life.

Saltash has a proud history of considering the future of its younger people and working hard to ensure that they have the very best of choices.

Let’s hope it has an equally engaged younger generation that considers the needs we have as we age, and endeavours to create good choices for older folk as well.

We are best positioned to see our town thrive and grow in the best ways possible for generations to come if we stand together.

Dylan Ellis

Karen “I am a student at Saltash.net and despite living in Plymouth, I knew the school was the right one for me and I’m very happy there! I was on work experience with Cornerstone Vision in July as part of my mandatory Year 10 work experience. I have lived in Plymouth all my life and I’m a big music fan. I’m interested in media and anything involving cameras!”

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: Image by Clare Tregaskis, taken at PenGrillie The views expressed in Love Saltash are not necessarily those of the publishers. Every effort is taken to ensure the accuracy of all

information contained in this magazine. However, the publishers do not accept any liability for any advice or information included in the magazine.

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

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Contents

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In Brief Weaving a Wearlde St John cadets honoured Not for the faint hearted The Dumping Ground 30 Years in the making!

Don’t forget to say goodbye Therapy at the heart of ML Sports Physio The Bloom of Ruth Puppy Parenting Simon Young - Soldier and Painter Art at Ashtorre Ashtorre Artists’ 10th Summer Exhibition

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Saltash’s very own Ironman!

The War to end all Wars Mission Youth Fun Day coming to Saltmill Park PenGrillie celebrates another year of success Sound healing - with Teresa Wicksteed The Bruce Reid Trophy continues Brucie’s legacy Extend that holiday feeling - with Just Be Music Scene - Port Eliot Festival Out and About Community Arts at Calstock Arts

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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 10am-1pm, and Thurs-Sat 10am-3pm) Join us as a Member, contribute your ideas and get your Saltash Card for local discounts Buy local products at our regular Markets

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

Find out about Volunteering for us or for other local organisations Make contact with Dementia Voice for advice and support 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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Local businesses get behind Safe38 road safety campaign

Local shops and business in south east Cornwall have pledged their support for the Safe38 road safety campaign. At each of the locations, local residents will be able to pick up a car sticker to display in support of the campaign’s aims.

Safe38 are working with residents, community groups, councillors and MPs to campaign for Highways England to make immediate safety improvements to the existing A38 throughout its length in Cornwall.

In the long term the group want to see a dual carriageway bypass from Saltash to Trerulefoot included in the governments upcoming Road Investment Strategy (RIS2), due to be finalised in March 2019.

James Millidge, Chair of Safe38, says ‘The A38 between Saltash and Bodmin has an accident and fatality rate that is more than twice the national average for a road of its type. The statistics are shocking, but so is the devastating impact on families, friends and communities when it is someone they know who is involved in a collision.

Support for the Safe38 and its aims have been enormous with a collective drive towards action by members of the Facebook group and those who have attended the open meetings in person. While we know that this is not a new issue, and others

have campaigned before us, we are building on their good work and the momentum generated by recent interest from local government and other groups and are confident that we can push, in the short term for the urgent safety improvements and for a longer term solution by March 2019.’

Campaign supporters can now show their support by displaying a car sticker stating ‘I support a Safer A38’ or ‘Drive Safely’.

Safe38 car stickers are available from the following locations: • Cloudbreak surf Shop, Carkeel roundabout, Saltash • Saltash Leisure Centre • Landrake village shop • Tideford Royal British Legion • Halfway House, Polbathic • Downderry stores • Menheniot stores • Blakes Bakery, Liskeard The car stickers are free, but a small donation towards the production of more stickers is appreciated.

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Article by Dylan Ellis

weaving a wearlde

Jon Starkie

community news Jon Starkie is a fantasy author based in the Saltash area. He has recently published his first young adult novel ‘The Woven Wearlde’ which will be the first of three in a series entitled ‘The Wearlde World’.

The word ‘Wearlde’ is derived from the name of the area in Cornwall (Wearde) Jon with in which local mythology his book, is heavily rooted into the ‘The Woven storyline of the book, as well as Wearlde’ Nordic mythology.

One of Jon’s main inspirations for writing ‘The Woven Wearlde’ was the subject of the “light side and the dark side of reality, in which in-between lies the reality in which The Wearlde exists.” He also intended to make the reader wonder about how a world would be if one core element of reality/society was out of place or missing entirely.

Jon has been often described as a ‘visual writer’ and has stated that writing a novel is a lot like, “weaving a world.” He says he sometimes believes that reading is a form of telepathy, as the author is communicating their thoughts to the reader.

Jon quit teaching chemistry ten years ago in

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order to pursue his dreams of being an author.

He says that he used to teach is students through storytelling, as it felt very natural for him. Since then, he has written several short stories and newspaper articles. Over the past four years his biggest project, ‘The Woven Wearlde,’ has been in development. Local graphic artist Ambika Olney has worked with Jon on cover art, the map of the Wearlde and the book’s website, and the book has recently been published independently by Jon on Amazon.

Elements of fantasy, sci-fi, mythology, faery and what Jon refers to as ‘round the fire storytelling’ have all gone into the making of this novel. Other novels that contain these elements, such as Lord of the Rings, have heavily inspired Jon and his creative process.

He also believes that reading has an addictive element to it, which he claims is because reading is, “a form of escapism that can, in a way, transport the reader to another world.”

Jon Starkie is a very talented writer and was a delight to talk to when we met.

editor’s footnote

Jon wrote intentionally for a younger audience, as did J.K.Rowling, so I bought the book thinking to pass it on to my daughter. I read it, in one sitting, without stopping to eat or drink, and completely ignored daughters, housework and everything else for 24 hours.

It is fast paced and holds interest (clearly, I was addicted!). Jon took years to create an entire world from its inception, so I did feel a bit sacrilegious gobbling up his work so quickly.

Karen Pilkington Creating is something that makes us human – Jon’s novel explores not just his own fantastical imagination, but what happens when other darker emotions are manipulated to pull apart, mis-create and un-do.

After enjoying “The Woven Wearlde”, adults and older children will eagerly await the sequel.

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st john CADETS honoured Article by Nikki Keyes

A presentation of Saltash St John Cadets was held at the St John Hall in Saltash on 12th July.

Membership and other awards were presented by the West District Youth Leader Mike Jones to six Cadets - unfortunately, two were unable to attend.

Two cups were presented by Mayor John Brady who attended with his wife, which were both awarded this year for patience and help with new cadets, with the Junior Cup going to Zack McGugan.

The Senior Cup was awarded to Olivia Ketley, who has also just done ‘Foundation Youth Role Training’ and ‘Youth Support Leader Training’ equipping her to run Cadet sessions.

Varied subjects are covered from sports to

crafts and all First Aid related subjects, including ambulance awareness. Cadets also get the opportunity to attend events covered by the adult section of St John’s, and when qualified, can treat patients with adult supervision.

Cadets meet on a Thursday from 7pm to 9pm term time at St John Hall, St John Lane, Saltash PL12 6SJ. The age range is 11 to 18 for Cadets, as when they get to 18 they can join the adult section of the organisation. We also have a Badger Unit which meet on a Friday 4.30pm to 6pm, the ages being 7 - 10.

St John’s Ambulance is looking for new Badgers, Cadets and also Youth Leaders. If interested you can go to the St John Website or contact Nikki Keyes on nikki.keyes@ hotmail.co.uk.

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The response has been great with everyone really keen to join in and have a go. The company and conversation is what it’s really about and the spider certainly generated a lot of that.

DECAF is such a great group to be able to support, and with a fantastic team of volunteers, it’s always an afternoon of fun and laughter. It is in their activities!

From willow weaving to flower arranging, and designed to support people living with dementia, from local bee-keeping to a Rodda’s Cream Tea as well as their friends, family and carers, but it is afternoon, they all result in company, conversation also open to all Live at Home members, and it’s and a lot of laughter. So, when Mark’s Ark came never too late to try something new. If you are too young to be a member then along, everyone was intrigued to maybe you could be a volunteer, find out more about the creatures Merlot, the spider supporting the older members of and have the opportunity to say our community to continue to live hello to them. The spider (pictured) active and fulfilling lives? The next originates from Chile so he was event to look forward to is Drums nicknamed, Merlot. for Fun in September, should be a Live at Home has been working noisy afternoon! with Dementia Adventure to ‘think Snakes, spiders, lizards and an owl might not be what you would expect to see at Saltash Live at Home but the DECAF group love some variety

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Plastic; the “abundant” material that adds convenience to our daily lives. Let’s face it, who always thinks about where that plastic bottle goes after we’ve finished with it? After all, ‘it’s only one bottle,’ says 10 billion people .

We are living in a disposable world; consumerism is at an all-time high and everything is considered throwaway. Due to this ignorance, huge quantities of plastic are ending up in our oceans with cataclysmic effects. With the levels of plastic increasing at an alarming rate, the fate of our oceans relies on human intervention. Ironically.

Fed up with the amount of plastic debris polluting our coastlines, a group of volunteers have acted to tackle this colossal issue. Fathoms Free; set up in 2014 by Rob Thompson is a conservation group consisting of both divers and non-divers.

By arranging dives around Devon and Cornwall they manually remove plastic from the ocean, alongside ‘ghost gear’-abandoned fishing gear that potentially harms marine life. On the first dive, 70kg of marine litter was extracted, this just being a small proportion of a mass scale problem as millions of tonnes of plastic enters our oceans annually. Plastic pollution not only contributes to

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vast deaths of marine life and habitat destruction, but has similarly hazardous effects on humans too! As the plastic degrades, it gets broken down into micro-plastics; these microscopic plastics are ingested by plankton and are ultimately entering our food chain, negatively affecting human health.

Zillah Robertson, local to Saltash, joined the group in 2015. Now the events coordinator, Zillah organises public awareness events, in addition to assisting the divers to help sort and catalogue the collected debris. Furthermore, Zillah produces artwork out of the collected plastic as an inventive and fun tool to educate children and encourage them to get involved with local litter picks.

These remarkable volunteers are committing their time to face the challenge of cleaning up our oceans and slowing down the negative influence humans have on the marine ecosystem.

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30 years in Article by Kaye Bonner

We all become quite enthusiastic when entering the family owned shop Tamar Fresh on the Tamar View Industrial Estate in Saltash, with inviting and tasty cuisine ingredients freshly placed on shelves, making us feel creative with our culinary ideas to cook at home.

Tamar Fresh have been a prominent family business for 30 years to be exact, and pride themselves in employing a high volume of local people.

The history of this successful family all began with Francis Barrett, joined by his three sons, David,

Nigel and Ian. Their passion and ethos has always been to please their customers and provide ‘local’ good quality produce.

Whilst the company originally started as retail, its largest operation now is within the wholesale market. They deliver fresh produce from Land’s End to Aberdeen, co-operating through one of their sister companies W.V. Brahms, (chandlers to all types of commercial cargo vessels calling at the South West UK ports).

Another string to the boys’ bow (amongst many other successful enterprises), is the popular restaurant Charlie Franks in Mayflower Street

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the making!

Plymouth, the name derives from Charlie and Frank, who were the grandfathers of the boys.

Both of which were farmers in the 1950s. Charlie Behennah ran Baber Farm at St Dominick in the Tamar Valley and Frank Barrett was a farmer and race horse trainer based at Notter Farm, in Saltash. Charlie Frank’s aims to provide customers ‘good old local value produce’, as they would have done back in the day. They Grandfathers also offer live music every Charlie and Frank weekend, with a fantastic cocktail bar. Charlie Franks has made its name as one of the most glamorous restaurants in the south west, with a speakeasy vibe, hidden location and AngloAmerican dining to satisfy vegans, carnivores, and

those wanting to feel like film stars or gangsters on a great night out.

It also hosts a fish and chip restaurant downstairs, and has more plans afoot. The owners are looking to open a new venture to feed hungry tourists, as well as supporting innovative ways to make the best use of their resources to help the homeless.

Look out for Pound Kitchen in Plymouth City Centre coming soon!

The Barrett family believe themselves to be very fortunate to have found such exceptional and loyal staff who know how to keep customers returning again and again, proving that “good old local” can hold its own against the biggest chains on the high street.

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Don’t forget to say goodbye

for just three years, Rob can be rightly proud of Rob Young, rescuer and restorer of beautiful the number of new friends who pop by to say things, carries the timeless air of many of the hello to himself and Jack, the objects he sells. rescue dog he loves.

Coming to live in London as a young Sadly, it is time for Rob to move man, he remembers standing on on. He explains that his overheads cardboard to keep his feet warm are just too high to make the tending to a stall in the famous business viable. All his stock Portobello Road back in the 1970’s. these one-off pieces, must be A passionate defender of the bought upfront without credit, working man, Rob has always which combined with rent, rates admired the craftmanship and Rob’s faithful friend Jack and utilities have made for a skill of the hands that made the difficult year of trading. objects he treasures, whether out of clay, wood However, Rob is not ready for pipe and slippers or metal. There is always something to catch the just yet. He has embraced the modern age, built eye that wanders uninhibited around his tasteful a new website, increased traffic to his Facebook and reasonably priced wares. page and rented a workshop a few miles down However, Rob does not run a museum, and the the road where he can continue his love of market for antiques and objets d’art has slowed restoration, breathing fresh life back into old in the last few years. Rob puts this down to a pieces that would take pride of place in any wellcombination of no real pay rises, changes in the loved home. way we furnish our homes, the way we look for The shop in Saltash will remain open until the special pieces, and a familiar lament that we have end of September, and Rob will be delighted to forgotten the art of stopping to talk to each other. catch up by phone 07957 410387 and Facebook.

One of the best parts of Rob’s job is the time he spends with people. Despite being in Keast Mews com/Robs-Emporium, after that.

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Rob would like to thank all his friends in Saltash for his last few years in Keast Mews.

Although the shop will close at the end of September, he would love to keep in touch via Facebook and phone as he still is on the look out for one off pieces for his discerning customers.

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Therapy at the Heart of ML Sport Physio Michaela Lamport Article by Emily Hunt

At the heart of ML Sport Physio is Michaela Lamport, a passionate sports therapist who is able to offer her clients much more than just sports massage and physiotherapy.

Michaela, a passionate sports woman herself, won the Karate World Championships in 2011.

During her time at university, Michaela became an expert in dealing with lower back pain associated with horse riding. As an avid rider herself who has also suffered from back issues, Michaela has a deep understanding of how to approach each client’s unique injury and rehabilitative needs.

Michaela says her client base consists of those who have suffered specific sporting injuries, but the most common needs derive from people with back pain caused by general day to day activities such as sitting at a desk. ‘Most clients I see suffer from pains that have not necessarily got anything to do with sport, it’s just come on over the years.

Our aim is to get everyone back to their optimum health and fitness’.

Sport’s Therapists specialise in musculoskeletal issues and can rehabilitate people with dislocations, ruptured ligaments, tendons, strains and sprains, sciatica and nerve issues.

They offer advice on fitness, nutrition, personal training, biomechanics, walking and running gates, anatomy and physiology. ML Sport Physio cares about each client’s individual needs and do not just physically treat the issue, they offer psychological support as well.

Depending on the individual, clients attend weekly sessions for a number of weeks or some come for an ‘MOT’ for their body every 6/8 weeks to prevent further injury.

Michaela says, ‘I believe that exercise and a healthy lifestyle will keep your body going for longer. There’s always a way around your injury’.

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the bloom of ruth The Tamar Protection Society (TPS) hosted a Memorial Day in July for long serving volunteer and trustee Ruth Gilmore, who sadly passed away a year ago. The event was held at the beautiful Elizabethan gardens, behind Mary Newman’s cottage.

Members of Ruth’s family travelled from all over the country to attend the event alongside members of other societies she belonged to, and friends at her final home in Janeva Court, Saltash.

Benita Pedley of the TPS, commented on how lovely it was to have known Ruth. “She loved meeting people and passing on her very considerable knowledge of both Mary Newmans and Elliotts,” said Benita.

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This encouraged her to start her journey into research and the study of dogs and puppies.

After the passing of her dog, a gorgeous but rather headstrong German Shepherd whom Justine had re-homed when she was four; she was determined to get a puppy that she could ensure was well socialised from the start, and therefore ensure the best start for the puppy and for them as a partnership.

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two rescue dogs - that’s when Puppy Parenting was developed.

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Try to pick him up as early in the day as • possible so he has time with you to explore, get tired, and therefore hopefully settle a little easier at night.

To not overwhelm him try to keep things calm for him. Introduce him to the garden and just one or two rooms in your house • for the first few days. This will also help you spot the signs for when he needs to go to the toilet and to help with his toilet training.

Make sure you take him out to go to the toilet as soon as you get him home. Then after every meal, sleep, play and drink, and at least every 2 hours, give him lots of praise • when he goes outside, but don’t punish him if he has an accident in the home, as this can worsen the situation.

Correct use of a crate can help to make him feel safe and secure, especially if you have young children as it gives him a safe place to go when he wants some peace - but remember to teach your children to leave him alone when he goes there!

Your puppy must have boundaries, just like children. You need to decide and agree on these before he arrives and be consistent from the start (for example, not allowed upstairs, jumping up at people, etc). This will help him to see you as being the leader, rather than him.

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simon young -

Article by Karen Pilkington

soldier & PAINTER

Simon Young

community news Many people who have had such an impressive career of military service as Simon Young would perhaps be content to retire quietly, swopping stories with former colleagues at reunions, and detangling the knots of stress and tension from decades of being on the frontline of some of the most troubled places of modern times.

Simon, instead, has opted for a further career which continues to challenge and test his abilities, to try and find ways of establishing order to unpredictable circumstances, as he explores the movement of watery paint on the page, combined with the simplicity of strokes required for that elusive result.

Simon describes his 38 years of active service as very much a team effort, whereas his skill as a watercolour painter is self-taught and continually self-examined.

Simon’s work is fast, energetic, and prolific. It also forms a bridge for many complexities and paradoxes that are part of his life.

In 1969, he could have gone to art school, but instead joined the Devonshire and Dorset Regiment as a junior officer. He continued to paint and sketch throughout his 38-year military career, preferring the very portable medium of watercolour as he was in the field so much.

On his eventual retirement, his wife led him to a waterside property in Saltash with an everchanging view; so, although Simon reckons the best sketching days involve walking for an hour before settling for two, he has produced some beautiful pieces of work from the bottom of his garden.

And, although used to a life where tight security and privacy was the norm, he has been part of Drawn to the Valley Open Studios for several years now, opening his studio at 7 Coombe Road, Saltash to the public from 10am to 5pm, 22-30 September.

In addition to supporting the usual Military charities, this year he is selling his work to profit

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Alabaré Plymouth Home for Veterans, of which he is an Ambassador. As a high-ranking officer, he was accustomed to dealing with men and women en masse, now he can see for himself how one life at a time can be turned around by the timely intervention of the charity to provide accommodation and support for vulnerable, homeless and marginalised people.

The Alabaré charity runs eleven homes for veterans in Wales and the South West, providing supported accommodation for those who have served in the UK Armed Forces and are homeless and in need of support (perhaps due to depression, PTSD, ill health, unemployment, family breakdown or similar). Alabaré can be contacted on their website, www.alabare.co.uk. Their reception team are available from 9am to 5pm on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday and from 9am to 1pm on Tuesday and Friday on 01722 322882.

Open Studios run from 22-30 September 2018.

Almost 100 artists from the Drawn to the Valley art collective in Devon and Cornwall will be exhibiting their work to the public in their own work spaces and venues. It’s a chance for the public to meet the artists and purchase unique pieces of art from across multiple disciplines. From paintings and printmaking to sculptures and jewellery, all the pieces have one thing in common – they were made by artists living and working alongside the River Tamar.

There is no charge to visit – artists are more than happy that you just come and look, although delighted if you want to buy their work. Simon is the Saltash representative of the art collective and is the only Saltash based participating artist this year, but there are 18 in the Callington area.

Details of artists, studio opening times and how to get there can be found in the brochure to be published by the end of August and downloaded on their website, www.drawntothevalley.co.uk.

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by David Gamblin

ART NEWS

ASHTORRE ARTISt’s 10th

SUMMER EXHIBITION

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Marianne Sturtridge, The upstairs studio Beryl Underwood, at Ashtorre Rock on Chris Waring and Saltash Waterside Rosalie Wyatt. will once again be This year pupils from transformed into an Bishop Cornish C of impressive gallery by E Primary School and the Ashtorre Artists Burraton Community group for their 2018 Primary School were summer exhibition also invited to join which begins on the Art by Eleanor Russel-Hsieh in and show their 25th August and runs skills at portraying the many ways that human until 9th September and marks the 10th year of activity, waste and pollution impact the marine their shows at Ashtorre Rock. You can visit the environment. An enthusiastic response was exhibition daily between 10am and 4pm. received from the children who produced two The group was originally formed in 2009 by large artworks now on display in the upstairs Richard Allman from Plymouth and John Forster gallery at Ashtorre until the 9th of September. from Saltash when the goal was to create One group based their work around the recent 150 images of I.K. Brunel’s Royal Albert Rail book ‘Duffy’s Lucky Escape’ by author Ellie Bridge across the Tamar in celebration of its Jackson from Looe 150th anniversary. In Art by Jane Jones whilst the other group successive years the researched, identified twelve artist members and then illustrated the from both sides of many types of singlethe River Tamar have use plastic that finds its come together to way into our waters. explore other aspects There is ample parking of the gallery’s stunning nearby and if coming riverside setting by rail it is a short walk and used this as a down from Saltash catalyst to create both station. With superb representational and views down the Tamar abstract interpretations and refreshments from many an available on the unexpected viewpoint. terrace, it’s an inspiring This year, the exhibition location for such an presents art by the exhibition and well following local artists: worth a visit! Further Richard Allman, Jill information can be Coughman, David found on the group’s website at www.ashtorreGamblin, Jane Jones, Jo Rowland, Chrissie artists.weebly.com Russell, Eleanor Russell-Hsieh, Viv Screech,

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SALTASH’S VERY

Article by Dylan Ellis

OWN IRONMAN! Earlier this summer Ed Buckingham competed his first Ironman distance triathlon in Shropshire. The event comprised of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run. This was to be achieved on a hot and humid day in June in the space of just 17 hours.

The preparation for this challenge started six months prior. On Boxing Day, Ed started

his journey on a weekly training programme covering the three disciplines. The first few weeks were a very moderate introduction but as the weeks went by the training intensified.

Preferring the real outdoors instead of gyms, he faced whatever southeast Cornwall threw at him.

Horizontal rain and hail storms pelted his face, and at times it took several minutes reviving his hands and feet after the exercise.

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As the training got harder, Ed had to eat more.

Ironman is not for losing weight, as you are burning more calories than you are gaining. So, Ed was forced to change his eating habits in order to stay healthy during the event.

Three weeks prior to the event, Ed explained that he, “started to taper, as if his body was getting used to not being knackered all the time.” He knew that once the day arrived, he would need no incentive or motivation, as he was well prepared. His only concern was the weather he was going to run in, but apart from that, he was confident.

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He finished his swim with a time of 1hr 5mins, coming out in 11th position. The bike ride was completed in 6hrs 23mins leaving him with just the run. The run was all about summoning the last amount of physical energy in the body, turning to the mind to carry you through the pain of going beyond 9hrs of exercise.

He managed to complete the marathon in 4hrs, finishing with a time of 11hrs 28mins, 2nd in his age category. He was euphoric to say the least, completing the challenge with plenty of endeavour, commitment, passion, hard work and a lot of Cornish spirit and humour.

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THE WAR TO END ALL WARS

community news Article by Roy Perring

August 4th saw a special commemoration of Britain’s declaration of war against Germany that announced the Great War. The commemorations included a life size metal “Silent Soldier” in the Memorial Peace Garden in Alexandra Square, Saltash, unveiled by the Mayor of Saltash, Councillor John Brady.

Around 130 invited guests attended A moment of prayer including several Saltash Centenarians. The tribute to the fallen included a Piper and Bugler playing the Last Post, an exhortation and Piper Lament, a bugler reveille. Eleven year old Lerryn Willcox read Rupert Brooke’s poem, “The Soldier”. 140 local men died during the 1914 - 1918 conflict.

Reverend Jonathan Budd, President of Saltash Churches Together, dedicated “The Silent Soldier” and offered words of Prayer and Peace.

Reverends Cathy Sigrist and Tim Parkman also gave addresses and the Mayor’s Chaplain, Father Ian Hellyer offered words of Prayer.

Some guests took the opportunity to visit the WW1 trench recreation at the nearby Saltash

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Example of a WW1 trench at the Saltash Heritage Museum Heritage Museum.

The event was an opportunity to see the locally produced Poppy Carpets which were exhibited in the gardens of St Nicholas and St Faith Church. The organisers believe that the carpets which have over 25,000 poppies entwined into hessian cloth could be one of the largest display of poppies in the country.

The commemoration is a part of an ongoing project by the Great War 1914-1918 Commemorative Events Committee with the aim of commemorating and honouring the World War One dead including 140 men, who came from or were associated with Saltash. It has also been discovered that 44 names of those who died during WW1 are not inscribed on the town’s War Memorials. The committee have been fundraising to provide a scroll with the missing names on.

It will be framed and put on display. Next year the Committee have pledged to tackle highlighting and displaying the missing names of WW2 The veiled Memorials in the same ‘Silent way.

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MISSION YOUTH FUN DAY coming TO SALTMILL park Article by Charlotte Carpenter

Saltash Town Youth Council are hosting their second Mission Youth event on September 15 and this year it will be hosted by Saltmill Park. Last year it was at The Core Youth Project and was a huge success with local youth organisations coming together to showcase the activities they have to offer young people in our town.

We are extremely fortunate in Saltash to have so many organisations offering young people a wide range of activities, support and opportunities.

Saltash Town Youth Council (STYC) wanted to organise an event, which would showcase this fantastic work, and show young people who may not be involved in projects just what they were missing! This is how Mission Youth evolved.

This year we will be working in partnership with Junkyard as they host their Skate Jam at the Saltmill Skatepark which promises to attract young people from all over the county.

Junkyard co-director, Steph Tambling said, “the

fun day will include a skate, BMX and scooter competition at the skatepark. Registration will open from 10am, full info on times and schedule will be posted on Junkyard and Saltmill Skatepark Facebook. It’s going to be a rad day and there’s lots of prizes up for grabs, so get it pencilled in your diary!”

In addition to this, each youth organisation will be hosting a challenge, for example you may have to put up a tent with the scouts or take part in a tug of war! For each challenge your team completes you receive a stamp and the team with the most stamps wins a trophy! You can include the whole family too, no age limits, this is something everyone can join in on!

There will bouncy castles for the little ones, BBQ, ice-cream van and refreshments so bring your picnic blankets and have a fun and FREE day out with the family!

Saltash Town Youth Council would also like to thank Groundwork South who will be supporting the event.

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pengrillie celebrates ANOTHER YEAR OF SUCCESS

Photos courtesy of Clare Tregaskis On July 15, Pentillie Castle hosted its third The Cornish Food Box Company. Skinners Brewery, PenGrillie BBQ Festival.

Cornish Orchards, Trevethan Gin and Harbour After a misty start, the blazing sun burnt through Brewery sponsored bars for the event. and shone for the entire day. The event was Earlier this year Pentillie took steps to reduce another roaring success and it was a fantastic recycling and single use plastic, by investing feeling for the PenGrillie Team to see so many in eco-cups from Branded Cups. By running a happy faces. deposit scheme, guests could either return their Black Friday returned as the headline act, with onecups or take them home for their own outdoor man Texas band Slim Semora as a support.

BBQ days and nights! With the help of food Some of the South West’s best Street Food stands using recyclable food packaging, waste Outlets were on hand to provide the most delicious was reduced by over 50%. food, with BBQ favourites from Passion and The BBQ Competition was even fierier than last Smoke, wood fired pizzas from Kernow Forno and year, with teams battling it out in their ‘pits’ to vegan delights from Feniton win the coveted title of the Grand Champion winning team It’s In The Smoke BBQ Foods – just to name a few!

PenGrillie ‘Grand Champion’. The Not to mention the amazing homemade ice-cream rolls from Brinkmannn’s Ice Cream, a favourite on the sunny day we had. They also had a fabulous array of local trade stands, including Atlantic Blankets and

competition consisted of four classes; Seafood, Poultry, ‘The Ultimate Chilli’ and Lamb. The Chilli class was judged by a ‘People’s Choice’ vote and raised a sizzling £500 for Children’s Hospice South West.

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Special’ charcoal solely The Winners were: Judging the competition from the wood on the Seafood: 1st The Smokin’ Pentillie Estate, for both the Blokes, 2nd It’s in the Smoke competition, demonstration BBQ, 3rd Low and Slow Bros stand and to purchase.

Poultry: 1st Low and Slow Higher Beings came along Bros, 2nd The Brown Stuff, with their circus skills 3rd Char Wars workshop and stilt walkers.

The Ultimate Chilli: 1st The Alongside the bungie trampolines, they provided Smokin’ Blokes, the perfect entertainment alongside Landulph 2nd Bare Grillers, 3rd BBQ Chefs Under 5’s Pre-School and Landulph school Lamb: 1st Char Wars, 2nd BBQ Chefs, PTA who provided a variety of arts and crafts, 3rd Pig & Pallet alongside the bouncy castle for the younger Spirit of the BBQ: Char Wars ones. The popular area raised crucial funds for The Best Amateur Team: Low and Slow Bros the two schools boosted The PenGrillie Grand by an additional donation Champion: It’s in the from PenGrillie.

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performance workshops for centenary commemorations

Sue Hooper Charitable Foundation is hosting Performing Arts Workshops to help celebrate and commemorate the end of the Great War and of women winning the vote in 1918.

There will be workshops from 10am to 11am every Wednesday morning from September 5 until November 14 at the Burraton Community Centre, ground floor (Grenfell Avenue). Evening workshops will also be scheduled for those unable to attend mornings.

Sue Hooper explains, “All the workshops are free

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Saltash Deputy Mayor Gloria Challen with winner Gary Pavey

THE BRUCE REID TROPHY continues brucie’s legacy Article by Kaye Bonner

The 15th Saltash Town Golf Open Championships got underway on Saturday 21 July with an enthusiastic team of over 104 keen golfers, who tee’d off under blue skies and sun this year.

Many of us ‘locals’ will remember the enigmatic character of Saltash Town, Bruce Reid, who sadly passed away earlier this year. Bruce was the original founder of the Golfing Championships back in 2003 with his friend David Carter. Bruce was well known for his enjoyment of socialising with his many friends and family and his great love of golf, henceforth, Bruce thought that this was an ideal opportunity to raise monies for local youth charities.

We all remember Bruce’s self-deprecating sense of humour and he was always ‘up’ for a giggle with a pint or gin and tonic in hand, whilst sharing stories of his life around the town of Saltash. His much-loved wife Ed, whom Bruce adored, was his number one fan and she too presented prizes and sponsored holes.

Richard Keith, Bruce and Ed’s neighbour and close

friend, had assisted them since 2012, and together they ensured the event was always on the local golfing calendar as an event not to be missed.

The club has helped many local youth organisations over the years to include:• Saltash United Juniors • Saltash Boxing Club • St John’s Ambulance • Livewire • Beavers This year’s event raised funds for the Town’s Youth Band, to purchase new uniforms.

This year’s recipient of the new Claret Cup now renamed ‘The Bruce Reid Trophy’, was Gary Pavey, with an impressive 45 points. Runner-up was Shaun Matthews with 42 points and the traditional wooden spoon went to Chris Wood.

The Saltash Deputy Mayor Gloria Challen and her consort Neil were delighted to present the ‘new’ Trophy to Gary, after everyone observed a minutes applause in Bruce’s memory.

Next year the Golf Open Date is July 13th 2019.

Bruce Alexander Reid loved to be amongst his many friends, he will be sorely missed, but will be remembered through the ‘new’ trophy in his memory as a warm, funny, and honourable man who loved helping people and raising monies for local ‘youth’ charities.

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The Normals Images courtesy of Jesse Foot Despite the wind and heavy rainfall, there was the Woods, Echo Town, and The Wireless. Many plenty of sunshine and an abundance of other local bands performed including Malavita, talented, creative artists at this year’s Port The Normals, Land of the Giants, Andy Quick Eliot Festival.

Band, Back Beat Sound System, Betty Davies, 2018 was my fifth year stage managing and The Odd Folk, The Hoodle and C Force. From compering with the Ace of Clubs Cabaret outside the locality we had artists including the Stage and Outside Stage at Port Eliot. Our legendary Daphne Guinness, Abi Collins, Virginia wide variety of performers and amazing King, Big Boss Man, Ashton Jones Project, Jalen crew made our stages a couple of the most N’Gonda, Dana Immanuel & the Stolen Band, Hat popular at the festival. We Fitz & Cara, and festival Above and Beyond Trapeze started the party on favourite Mik Artistik’s Thursday at the Ace Ego trip. The rest of the of Clubs with a host of weekend was equally poets, bands, DJs, opera, packed with just too many comedy, circus acts and talented acts to name other performers from without readers losing the area, including BACHE, interest or regretting not Mad Dog Mcrea, Haunt attending the festival.

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MUSIC SCENE A few of my personal Zac Leon, poet performer Ridley Scott’s production from Liskeard highlights included the company. But one of London African Gospel my favourites of all the Choir, Lola Flamenco, and trainees was Zac Leon. the Above and Beyond Zac Leon is a local lad Trapeze performers. from Liskeard. He signed The London African up to one of the LRS Gospel Choir brought Arts free mentoring their gospel sounds and workshops that took message to the stage in a way that lifted our place last year. His goal was to improve his song spirits and transcended the trappings of this writing and performance poetry skills. Zac came world. Lola Flamenco, from Jerez, Spain, ran away from the workshops with professional sold-out flamenco workshops all weekend and direction, skills, and ideas bursting from his performed their emotionally, musically, and secretly, but seriously creative mind. Zac physically charged show to a packed out Ace of performed four songs on our stage to great Clubs tent. The Above and Beyond Trapeze group acclaim. Knowing that Zac deserved a bigger also ran sold-out trapeze skills workshops and audience and his song about Jeremy Corbyn in between the rain, the group performed their could go viral, our sound man asked for a breath taking trapeze show in the day but most recording of one of Zac’s songs following the dramatically at midnight. show. Watch out for Zac! You will definitely see One of the other highlights this year was the more of this young man in the future. Please get mentoring program organised by LRS Arts. LRS in touch with LRS Arts to find out more about Arts deliver an artist development and live their mentoring program. performance programme that identifies, supports With roots reaching back to the Elephant Fayre, then actively promotes performance artists at the attending Port Eliot Festival retains the organic early, to mid career stage in Devon and Cornwall. vibes of the fayre of old but it still feels like one Find out more at LRSArts.org. has been invited to a private party on the Earl’s Trainees this year learned about stage front lawn, and that is essentially what it is…so management, artist liaison, song writing huge thanks go to the Eliot family for hosting one techniques, circus skills, film making, of the best festivals around. Long may it last! Oh photography and performance poetry. Their yes, if you are a local artist, performer or want mentors included but not limited to such your band to play on our stage, please get in greats as world renowned photographer Jill touch using the Ace of Clubs Facebook page. We Fermanovsky, song-writer Crispin Hunt, master are already planning next year’s festivities, so circus performer Haggis McLeod, and work with don’t delay – see you there in 2019.

SEPTEMBER Live Music from 9pm Sat 1 Tue 4 Fri 7 Sat 8 Tue 11 Fri 14 Sat 15 Tue 18

Road Dogs Martin Dale Flood 5 & Dimes Louise Parker The Penguins Facemelter Jazz Trio

Wed 19 Fri 21 Sat 22 Tue 25 Thur 27 Fri 28 Sat 29

Open Mic Night Hottentot Figs The Roosters Blue Trane Monique and In Ya Pocket Banana Thieves TBA

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SECRET GARDEN PARTY

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Imagine mystical woodlands, smugglers’ coves and a historic mansion built nearly 100 years before the Mayflower set sail from Plymouth to America - it’s the perfect setting for a magical garden party.

Mount Edgcumbe’s Secret Garden Party takes place in the Grade I Listed house and stunning Earl’s Gardens during Saturday and Sunday, September 22 and 23.

Around every corner there will be something new to experience, whether it’s a daring circus performer, a selection of different dance groups fizzing with energy, a story teller enthralling the children or a magical character popping out to say hello!

An exciting range of talented musical performers will be entertaining visitors - some on small intimate stages, others playing to the crowds.

There will be an eclectic range of artisan makers and producers to discover and a whole host of local food exhibitors with their culinary creations, many of them completely new to the marketplace. And when it comes to refreshments, there is the extra special Earl’s Tea Party to enjoy, to say nothing of a distinctly celebratory Gin and Prosecco Bar. A packed programme of entertainment to delight the whole family will run all weekend - the imagination of organisers Miss Ivy Events has run wild with ideas, so be prepared to spend the whole day in this idyllic setting - bring the picnic blanket and let the surprises commence!

Adult tickets cost £5 per day, to include a glass of Prosecco, tickets for children aged five to 16 cost £2 and under fives enter for free. Regretfully only assistance dogs allowed.

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YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON LOCALLY INFO Mrs Lizzy Sharpe-Asprey secretary@saltashheritage.org.uk

friday 23 august 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 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 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 |

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

Voodoo provide an eclectic set, ranging from rock, through to pop and ballads.

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saturday 25 august 10th Summer Exhibition of Art 100 new and original artworks by artists with a connection to Saltash. With unparalleled river views, it’s an inspiring location to enjoy local creative endeavours. Free parking nearby.

Until 9 September | Ashtorre Rock, Saltash Waterside | 10am - 4pm | INFO ashtorre-artists. weebly.com Saltash Chronicles Embroidery Project Over 100 feet of Saltash history created by local historians, artists and embroiderers. An amazing piece of craftsmanship on display. Come and have a look and have a chat with some of the creators.

Refreshments available.

Every Saturday | Saltash Baptist Church | 10am 1pm | Free | INFO saltashhistory@live.co.uk SS Nicholas and Faith Social Committee All Day Breakfasts The Social Committee of SS Nicholas and Faith

Church are holding their all day breakfasts again! All proceeds for church funds.

Each Saturday in August | SS Nicholas and Faith Church | 10am - 2pm, last orders 1.30pm | £6 from Piglets or on the door | INFO Mrs Leslie Stevens, chairperson 01752 842521 Joey The Lips Joey The Lips gigs are a high energy, soul, funk, disco act featuring high quality vocals, a driving rhythm section and killer horns. Now with a huge 25 years on the road under their belt, they’ve headlined local festivals and supported bands such as The Boomtown Rats and Torah!

Callington Town Hall | 8pm - 11pm | £TBC | INFO 01579 384039

sunday 26 august 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

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monday 27 august Scrabble Club A place to get together with other word lovers to play the classic game of Scrabble together. From beginners to experts, all are welcome.

Every Monday | Saltash Library | 1.30pm - 3.30pm | Free | INFO www.cornwall.gov.uk Colour Your Cares Away A great session for adults, allowing some time to de-stress and colour with adult colouring books and calming music. Use the supplies available or bring along your own.

Every Monday | Saltash Library | 3.30pm - 5pm | Free | INFO www.cornwall.gov.uk 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 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 GraceNotes Acapella Group GraceNotes Acapella is a ladies close harmony acapella chrous who sing a wide and varied repertoire from traditional barbershop songs, through to modern Disney classics! Competing

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848484 both locally and nationally, as well as performing at many sing-outs throughout the year, new members are always welcome! Rock up to a rehearsal and see what we do!

Mondays | Burraton Community Centre | 7.30pm 10pm | Free | INFO gracenotessaltash@gmail.com

tuesday 28 august 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 • continued on next page...

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community arts at calstock arts The builders of Mount Zion Methodist Chapel, Calstock, in 1910, certainly knew a good spot, although it was not until a grant from the Arts Council in the 1990’s enabled Harry Chambers of Peterloo Poets to uncover its true potential.

Harry, sadly now deceased, had the vision to replace the solid brick back wall with glass, flooding the inside with light and the stunning view of the River Tamar, fields and viaduct.

Calstock Arts took on the running of the building in 2010, and a combination of its beauty, great acoustics, and volunteers hard work continue to bring a host of sought after performers to Calstock.

World class folk, classical, and jazz musicians give a good report on how well they are treated by the venue, which opens more possibilities of attracting acts from London agencies, recently including televised comedienne Shappi Khorsandi.

Kate Gamm is responsible for programming, Ian Craft for social media and PR, as well as helping run the well-stocked Gallery Bar. They are well supported by a host of local people who give their time and services to ensure this gorgeous venue continues to bring

revenue and visitors into the village.

The Old Chapel is licensed for civil weddings and is available to hire for all kinds of events and private parties. The ground floor has capacity for 120, and the lower ground, has recently been refurbished with a professional kitchen and seating for 45 at tables. It also hosts a community cinema, workshops, and corporate events needing wifi and a state-of-the-art projector screen.

If you are planning an event, the venue is not just unique and kept beautifully, it is also reasonably priced, and there are numerous air bnbs and accommodation nearby.

It’s exciting to see how Calstock Arts has drawn well known acts away from the big cities, and how it is run as a charity committed to offering a diverse range of arts events; conserving the historic building for use by the local and wider community and developing a comprehensive arts education programme. They welcome enquiries from local people to share their passions and get involved.

Contact on mail@calstockarts. org or leave a message on 01822 833183

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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 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 completely 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 Badminton Club Vacancies for badminton players. Casual play, nonleague, but not suitable for beginners.

Tuesdays | 7pm - 9pm | Free | INFO John 07981 363346

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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 Elliot’s Store and Museum 2018 Exhibition Highlighting the achievements of two people from the locality. Mary Snell Rundle (1874 - 1937) and Major Gen. Sir William Penny Symons KCB (1843 - 1899).

Until end of September | Elliot’s Store | 2pm 4pm Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10am - 12pm Saturdays | Free | INFO 01752 842132 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 30 august Milling Days at Cotehele Mill Adventure down to Cotehele Mill on Thursdays 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 Lego Club For fanatics aged between 5 and 11 years old, enjoy the fun and creativity of Lego together at this club.

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

friday 31 august Gin and Jazz Night Join in the fun of a sophisticated jazz night. A mouthwatering mix of quality gin and hip swinging jazz is coming to St Mellion. Try a variety of new and exciting gins and be guided by Tarquin’s Cornish Gin experts, enjoying the sounds of jazz provided by the outstanding License to Swing band. As a nod to the era, the St Mellion hotel’s culinary team will have a selection of tapas to match the decadence of the occasion.

St Mellion International Resort | 7pm | £15 per person, £5 extra for tapas | INFO 01579 352070 Blonde E. Lux Blonde E. Lux are a highly rated and well established Blondie tribute band who play all the classic Blondie and Debbie Harry hits, old and new, plus other classics. Classic Debbie Harry outfits included!

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

saturday 1 september 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

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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?

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 3842353

tuesday 4 september Saltash Floral Art Club Do you enjoy your garden and flower arranging?

Come along and meet like-minded people. None 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. This month’s meeting is ‘Autumn Treasures’

by Tracey Johnson.

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

friday 7 september Gloucester Coach Trip There is so much to see and do at Gloucester Quays.

Close to the historic city of Gloucester, visitors can enjoy an action-packed trip to the stunning new Outlets. More than 50 stores are on offer including many high street favourites. Gloucester Cathedral is also only a five minute walk away. Comfort stops on both journeys, all very welcome.

Leaving from St Stephen’s Church | 8am - 8pm | £18 per person | INFO Steve Hooky 07855 600241 Food Market The first Friday of every month has become known as Food Friday, as the Community Market space becomes a thriving local producers’ market. The perfect place to pick up locally grown, smoked and

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First Friday of every month | Community Market, Fore Street | 10am - 2pm | Free | INFO 01752 848348 Elvis Tribute Night One of the UK’s finest tributes to the King of Rock and Roll himself, Mr Elvis Presley. With his powerful voice, Steve Storm performs Elvis with electrifying precision. DJ playing throughout the evening.

China Fleet Country Club | 7.30pm - 12am | £13 members, £15 non members | INFO 01752 848668 option 5 to book 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 Dylan, expect a one man finger picking band, with gutsy rhythm, raspy vocals and toe tapping beats.

The Union Inn | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01752 844770

Charity Yoga Class 10th September 2018 10.30am to 11.30am Venue - Seaton Beach, Cornwall £10 per person Adults only

Contact Jackie 07867 857980

The Craving The Craving are a unique duo, featuring the soulful lead vocals of Lisa Royle and the blues infused guitar and vocals of David Morris. Playing music from the 60s, 70s and beyond, expect classics from the likes of Fleetwood Mac, The Rolling Stones, Queen, The Beatles, The Eagles, Thin Lizzy, Tina Turner, AC/DC, The Who and many more.

The Bulls Head, Callington | 9pm - 11.30pm | Free | INFO 01579 383387

saturday 8 september Heritage Open Day If you’ve always wanted to visit, this is a great chance to view Cotehele on this free entry day.

Booking not needed.

Cotehele | 11am - 4pm | Free | INFO 01579 351346 Jono Williams Jono plays mostly old school classics on modern equipment - a guitar, looper, percussion pad, stomp box and harmoniser - to create a big sound both for cerebral, eagerly listening audiences to party animals demanding mayhem.

The Brunel Inn | 6pm - 8pm | Free | INFO 01752 657013 Vicious Kitten Vicious Kitten are a four piece providing high energy rock covers to the West country. The four experienced musicians have their own sound that puts their stamp on modern rock, pop classics and contemporary covers from the 80s, 90s and today.

Expect the likes of Feeder, Pink, Guns N Roses, Donna Summer, Foo Fighters, Bon Jovi, Thin Lizzy and Kings of Leon plus new artists being added to the set list all the time!

Saltash Social Club | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01752 842863 5 ’n Dimes The 5 ’n Dimes, formerly The Jam Band, describe themselves as a ‘blues band who like to rock’. They will be strutting their stuff with a little bit of funk, a little bit of rock, a bit of blues and a whole lot of soul!

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tuesday 11 september CAMEO Group (Come and Meet Each Other) Over 60’s group, come along and meet new friends, play quizzes and listen to interesting speakers.

Every second Tuesday | Saltash Wesley Church | 10am - 12pm | INFO Sarah 01752 848728

saturday 15 september Grand Harvest Fair Come along to enjoy a fun afternoon including various demonstrations, children’s activities and face painting, hand bell ringing and musical activities. Bring along, by 10am, entries for cakes, preserves, fruit, vegetables, flower arrangements, photos, paintings and drawings for 20p per entry.

Detailed schedule and entry forms are available beforehand from the Guildhall, the Community Shop at the bottom of Fore Street and Wesley Church. Cream teas available throughout the afternoon, raffle and sale of items will take place at 4pm. Proceeds from the afternoon will go to the

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Saltash Wesley Church | 1pm - 4.30pm | INFO Wesley Church Office 01752 845177 (9am - 1pm weekdays) or 01752 845418

sunday 16 september Dartmoor Inn Wild Suppers at Pentillie Pentillie Castle have teamed up with the Dartmoor Inn, Ledford, to host a series of Wild Suppers. Served on a communal table, the feast will take you on a gastronomic adventure with inspiration taken from the scenic hot spots of the Pentillie Estate.

Dartmoor Inn, with Pentillie Castle | 7pm | INFO Dartmoor Inn 01822 820221

tuesday 18 september TEDWalks - Walking Breaks with Pentillie Pentillie’s own Ted Coryton offers accompanied walks around the nearby Tamar Valley and over Dartmoor. Specific walks are chosen for each TEDWalk according to the season and the weather forecast. They include the following: meet and great with Ted and cream tea and cakes on arrival, two course supper and a comfortable bed for the night, breakfast the next morning, picnic or £20 cash for a pub lunch, a three course dinner and more!

Pentillie Castle | From £205pp for two nights | INFO 0333 259 5620

thursday 20 september Dinner in the Castle This is a superb opportunity to enjoy a unique dining experience in beautiful Pentillie Castle, overlooking the River Tamar. The chef, Tom, uses the very best of local and seasonal produce, much from the Tamar Valley and the Pentillie Estate itself.

Pentillie Castle | £35pp | INFO 0333 259 5620

friday 21 september Winemaker’s Dinner Join St Mellion for an exclusive wine dinner served in their 2AA Rosette Restaurant AnBoesti.

Experience the five course gourmet dinner with

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St Mellion International Resort | 7pm | £39.95 (10% discount for members) | INFO 01579 352063 The Rock ’n’ Roll Outlaws Influenced by the likes of AC/DC, Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, Led Zeppelin and Tom Petty, the Rock ’n’ Roll Outlaws are a four piece, original and covers rock n roll party band! The Tavistock based band have been going since early 2007 and are showing no signs of stopping yet!

The Bull’s Head, Callington | 9pm - 12am | Free | INFO 01579 383387

saturday 22 SEPTEMBER Charity Event Women’s Institute cakes, a tombola, raffle and other stalls, in aid of the Leukaemia charity.

Saltash Baptist Church | 10am - 12pm | Free Apple Weekend at Cotehele Join in the celebration of the orchards. You’ll get to see the Victorian cider press in action; there’ll be tastings, displays, guided tours, children’s activities and more.

Continues on the 23rd | Cotehele | 11am - 4pm | Free | INFO 01579 351346 Switch Switch are an exciting female fronted four piece band playing classic rock and pop songs from Fleetwood Mac to Muse to The Kinks and Rolling Stones.

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

sunday 23 september Behind the Scenes at Cotehele House The doors will be thrown open for you to peek into closets and cupboards, and meet the staff and volunteers who look after Cotehele House. You might want to bring a torch to peer into the depths of the wardrobes and closets. Booking not needed.

Cotehele | 11am - 4pm | Free | INFO 01579 351346

The Frame The Frame is a blues, rock, boogie trio that reinterprets blues standards, covers classic rock favourites and manages to rework some pop classics to make them fit into their broad set list. Made up of seasoned veterans who have been around the block more than a few times and it shows!

Bullers Arms, Looe | 1.30pm - 3.30pm | Free | INFO 01503 264325

tuesday 25 september 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 contacts.

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In Ya Pocket & Monique n Ya Pocket & Monique are a jazz blues band, playing covers and originals. Monique, their native Trinidadian singer who’s toured Hong Kong, Hawaii, North America and Canada, who currently lives in Germany, comes over to sing with the group and their repertoire of jazz with a twist.

The Union Inn | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01752 844770

Friends of Churchtown Farm Community Nature Reserve Walk Foraging with Andy Pearson. Look for edible plants and try some soup. A fun afternoon suitable for families. Please bring a mug and spoon, and wear suitable clothing and footwear. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Meet at the Cecil Arms | 2pm - 5pm | INFO Bob & Jackie Austin 01752 844666

friday 28 september The Sound The Sound are a four piece indie, rock and pop band based in Plymouth. The band deliver a host of material that will get any event up on their feet from the very beginning to the very end of the night. The Sound cover tracks from the likes of Adele, Kings Of Leon, Fleetwood Mac, Kasabian, Paolo Nutini and more.

The Rod and Line | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01752 851912

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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 - 11pm | Free | INFO 01752 842863

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