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One of the joys of producing the Plymouth Magazine is the opportunity it provides to share positive news about the achievements and successes of people and businesses in the city.

This issue is no exception and it is a particular pleasure to feature a team of young entrepreneurs from a Plymouth school who have launched their own business called Made Cakes.

The group of talented teenagers combined their love of baking with commendable business skills to set up the company - and they have achieved remarkable success. You can read all about it on page 16.

We also feature Olivia Smith, the wife of a Plymouth-based Royal Marine officer, who has created a range of affordable pearl jewellery which is proving popular with women not only in the UK but also abroad.

The achievements of two men who have made their mark on the city are also featured. Architect Graham Lobb is the man who has spent more than 40 years creating the designs that have regenerated Plymouth’s most historic areas, while community champion Steve Whiteway looks back on 50 years of service for charities and other organisations.

It underlines the breadth of skill and talent which is thriving in Plymouth and we look forward to carrying more stories like these in future editions.

We would love to hear from you, our readers, if you know an individual or organisation which is making a difference or achieving success in their chosen field. It’s a great privilege to share good news, so please contact me at info@ cornerstonevision.com if you have a positive story which deserves to appear in print.

Look forward to hearing from you - and hope you enjoy the latest edition.

Publishers: Chris Girdler and Ian Pilkington Editor: Debbie Girdler Design: Naomi Girdler and Leah-Maarit Jeffery Photography: Roy Perring and Laura Joint Contributors: Derek Anderson, Laura Joint, Anthony Goord and Becky Reckless Advertising sales: Karen Pilkington, Dave Simpson, Nathanael Logan, Jessica Bennett, Ali Alexander and Jim MacGregor Artwork: Sarah Simpson Finance: Karen Pilkington and Kim Strachan Front cover: The amazing Cosmic Egg, created by sculptor Andrew Logan, which will be on display in the Great Barn at Buckland Abbey until September Contacts: Editorial The views expressed in the plymouth magazine are not necessarily those of the

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CONTENTS APRIL 2018 EDITION

PEARLS OF WISDOM

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SIMARA’S SUCCESS

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Olivia Smith, the wife of a Plymouthbased Royal Marine has launched her own online pearl jewellery business and it’s proving a big success.

PASSION FOR CITY

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Laura Joint meets up with architect Graham Lobb who has been the man behind the designs of many of Plymouth’s regeneration schemes.

WHAT’S ON

Plymouth dance teacher Simara Winter is celebrating the third anniversary of the opening of her dance studio in the city.

LET’S MAKE CAKES

An enterprising group of students at a Plymouth school have launched their own business called Made Cakes - with all the ingredients in a jar.

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Our comprehensive What’s On section has details of all the big events in the city along with details of activities for all the family.

Travel expert Anthony Goord looks at the pros and cons of a tour operator’s move to enable holidaymakers to book their sun beds in advance.

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BUSINESS MATTERS

Olivia’s pearl of an idea for business A Plymouth woman has launched a luxury pearl jewellery business.

Olivia Smith, whose husband is an officer in the Royal Marines in the city, has set out to create contemporary pearl jewellery at affordable prices.

She has called the brand Olivia & Pearl and launched her online business at the end of 2017.

As the wife of a Royal Marine, Olivia secured a start-up loan from X-Forces to research, develop and market her brand. With the global pearl market estimated to reach £10.7bn by 2020, Olivia is keen to gain a slice of the market share and follow in the footsteps of Monica Vinader and Pandora.

Providing collectable, classic and contemporary pearl jewellery designed for a new generation of pearl lovers, Olivia & Pearl pieces are stylish, high quality, sourced ethically while remaining affordable.

Olivia said: “I was an avid lover of pearls as a little girl and often remember my dad returning from business trips with pearls. Having worked as an actor for 10 years and in advertising for a while, all I really wanted was to have control of my destiny and autonomy over my career.

“After I married, I also struggled with place and purpose as a military wife – how do you maintain a career and friendships when you move around so much. “When I finally made the leap to start up my own business, I wanted to turn my love for pearls into a brand and was privileged to receive mentoring from X-Forces chief executive Ren Kapur .”

Olivia sources the pearls herself, travelling to China and Hong Kong to select the best freshwater and ethically cultured pearls.

She designs the jewellery herself which is then crafted either in the UK or Hong Kong.

“Pearl jewellery is traditionally very expensive, but we have been able to make it more affordable because

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of our minimal overheads,” said Olivia. “We only use triple A grade quality pearls and use them to create beautiful jewellery items.”

The first collection by Olivia & Pearl celebrates women’s achievements.

It focuses on entwining the contemporary with the classic and designing beautiful pieces created to

celebrate individualism, beauty and power of women.

Olivia added: “My friends are my ultimate inspiration; real, cool and sassy. Each piece tells a story and has been designed with the modern woman in mind.”

She markets the jewellery through her online business and also has pop-up stalls at high-profile events such as London Fashion Week and the Goodwood Revival.

Since receiving the Start-Up Loan in 2017, Olivia has achieved so much and was recently named the winner of the Start Up Loans Company ‘Start Up of the Year Award’.

She concluded: “It was a complete surprise and absolute delight to win the Start Up of the Year Award. I am just thrilled. To people wondering if they should start up their own business, I say feel the fear and do it anyway. It is scary, and hard work, and you carry the business with you all the time, but it has been an incredible journey and it is truly amazing to see your ideas and decisions become a reality.”

With the first Olivia & Pearl collection now available, Olivia is already designing new pieces to add to the collection, and she will continue to support military spouses, helping them realise that they too can start up their own business and find their place in self-employment.

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WOMEN AT WORK

Simara dances her way to success

Dance teacher Simara Winter pictured with just some of her talented students

Plymouth mother of two Simara Winter has literally danced her way to success for more than 30 years.

It all started when Simara was little more than two years old.

Her mother took her to a tap dancing class at the local village hall and the dance teacher immediately spotted Simara’s special talent.

It was the start of a journey which saw Simara win a host of trophies as a child and teenager and eventually qualified as a teacher of tap, ballet and modern dance well before she was 20 years old.

After qualifying Simara worked as a freelance dance teacher with Italia Conti in Plymouth and further afield.

One of the students she taught was Grace Adams-Short who went on to become a Big Brother celebrity before starting her own theatre school in Plymouth. Simara worked as a dance teacher with her for a number of years until Grace decided to move to Liverpool.

Simara said: “Grace asked me if I would be willing to take over the franchise and I decided to bite the bullet.”

Simara approached her bank and managed to secure the funds to acquire the Grace Academy franchise in Plymouth.

The decision to run her own dance school proved a massive success - enabling her to pay back the bank loan in just 18 months.

With Simara teaching a complete range of dance styles, she continued to enjoy success and it soon became clear that she needed bigger premises.

“I desperately needed to expand, but there was a real shortage of suitable premises in Plymouth. I had to use church halls and similar venues, which were not ideal,” said Simara.

She started to look for her own premises and after two years of searching found a former car paint spray shop just off Mutley Plain.

“It had been a boxing gym in the past as well, “ said Simara, “and it needed a lot of work to bring it up to the standard I wanted.”

She approached the bank again, who were more than willing

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to help with the funds needed to create the new dance studio.

Helped by her husband Patrick, mum Gerry and a number of parents, the work was completed in less than three weeks.

It included the installation of specially manufactured flooring costing several thousands of pounds.

She opened the new Simara Winter Studios at Seaton Lane in Mutley in May 2015 and will celebrate her third anniversary there next month.

Simara runs more than 30 different dance classes six days a week providing tuition for more than 70 students aged from two and a half to 70.

“We run several exam sessions each year with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing which enable our students to progress through their grades,” said Simara.

“I love to see the progress of my students. My passion is to pass on my knowledge, skills and ideals to them in an unbroken chain of progress. I emphasise the importance of discipline and structure in all that I do.”

Simara herself keeps her qualifications up to date, regularly taking examinations as part of her own continuing professional development.

Her success is underlined by the host of medals and trophies won by her students in competitions and dance festivals across the South West.

She also organises shows at Christmas and charity events, enabling her students to show their skills to the public.

This year, for the first time, a group of her students will be performing on stage in the city centre as part of the Lord Mayor’s Show in May. “It’s great to be invited to take part in the Lord Mayor’s Show, we’re really looking forward to it,” she said.

Simara has no plans to rest on her laurels. She wants to continue to expand the business, employ staff and eventually find even larger premises in the city.

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PLYMOUTH MATTERS Graham Lobb is passionate about Plymouth. It’s why he’s spent most of the past 44 years doing all he can to make the city a better place for people to live, work and play in.

Visionary architect Graham Lobb Photo by Matt Austin

Plymouth-born Graham is an architect and one of the key figures behind the regeneration designs of some of the city’s most historic sites, such as The Barbican, Sutton Harbour, Devonport, and the Stonehouse Peninsula including the main approach to the Royal William Yard.

His work also includes innovative projects that are designed around the concepts of community and sustainability.

Designs such as the Genesis Building for the Millfields Trust in Union Street, the self-build Nelson Project providing 24 homes for service veterans and social housing residents in Stonehouse, and the George House Homeless Shelter, also in in Stonehouse. You’ll spot the Genesis Building – it’s the one with 18,600 plants on the outside, helping to keep the Union Street air clean.

Graham is loving his job every bit as much as he did when he launched his company, Form Design, in 1974, initially working with three college friends from Plymouth School of Architecture.

It’s fitting that his latest project is Oceansgate, the huge marine enterprise development at South Yard, because Devonport Dockyard is where it all started for Graham, when his firm was invited to help with the design work for the submarines facility on behalf of the MoD. The firm’s growing reputation was such that in the early 1980s, after winning a national housing award, it was asked to do some of the design work at London Docklands: “This was before Canary Wharf, but I wasn’t doing what I wanted to do,” said Graham. “I’m a Plymothian and I wanted to be working here and in the West Country. And I felt I could take the experience I’d had at the Docklands in London and use it in Plymouth.”

So Graham, by now the sole owner of the company, set about making a difference in some of the city’s most iconic but neglected areas.

Probably the biggest transformation took place around the Barbican in the 1990s, when the regeneration of the Royal William Yard. It the then MD at Sutton Harbour Holdings asked would never have been possible otherwise. The Graham to draw up a regeneration strategy. It regeneration had to be done in a way that had needed an Act of Parliament to change the support of local residents, it needed the existing statute which barred any a caring intervention, which is what development that didn’t support activity happened.” on the water.

Graham says the job of regenerating Part of this necessitated a lock to Plymouth has been and remains tricky prevent the floods that were a frequent because the wartime devastation and occurrence on the Barbican, and the subsequent rebuilding created ‘clusters’ fish market was moved and replaced by of communities in ‘small pockets,’ cut the Barbican Glassworks building for off from each other.

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The solution, he says, will take The regeneration strategy was built decades: “This is where David Mackie’s around the desire to bring people back vision to reconnect and open up areas into the city, which was why flats and is so good. He has highlighted how to offices were integral to the mix of make the city more cohesive again.

The Genesis Building in Union Street and (below) uses. Graham and his team designed 11 It’s never just about the building. It’s The Nelson Project in Stonehouse which provides helping to stitch the city back together buildings over 28 years around Sutton homes for service veterans and social housing Harbour – buildings such as Pinnacle with humane public realm spaces and residents Quay, Salt Quay House, North Street sensitive interventions.”

Offices and Mast House.

Although Plymouth has been “The Abercrombie Plan after the transformed in the past 20 to 30 years, war took people to the outer areas of with neglected areas being turned Plymouth, away from the city and the into honeypots where people want waterfront,” said Graham. “Plymouth’s to live and visit, Graham is concerned waterfront is 13 miles long and for a that “a lack of self-confidence” long time, people didn’t have easy about the city is leading to mistakes: access to it. Our strategy was designed “We’re still in danger of making poor to open these areas up again. This was decisions, of having a culture where pioneering and what we’re seeing now every building has to shout. Buildings in Millbay, bringing people back to the don’t always have to be iconic. It’s water and close to the city centre.” about understanding that small, highGraham was also behind the design to quality interventions can make a big regenerate the Stonehouse Peninsula difference.” in the 1990s, including Cremyll Street and the main route He also fears the large volume of student accommodation into the Royal William Yard: “That work paved the way for is “unbalancing the economy of the city.” Graham wanted to

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Meet the man behind the designs that have regenerated Plymouth’s most historic areas

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PLYMOUTH MATTERS

Sutton Harbour landmark buildings Salt Quay House (top) and Pinnacle Quay

see a hotel built at a reconfigured railway station site, with a public square linking to the university and a walkway down Armada Way, through the city centre and up to the Hoe. It could eventually also provide a connection to Central Park and Home Park, linking major areas of congregation and easing movement though the heart of the City.

“Plymouth has tremendous potential because of its location and how the layout could be.

When you approach the Hoe from the city centre direction and it unfolds and you get that whole theatre of The Sound … it’s spectacular. And it brings people in.”

Graham has every intention of continuing to play a role – and he’s looking forward to the firm’s 50th anniversary in 2024: “I don’t claim to have all the answers but in everything we’ve done, we’ve attempted to have a positive impact. The place gets under your skin.

“I’m still passionate about our work, I’ve got a good team and as long as people want to keep commissioning us, I’ll keep going. And there’s still such a lot to do!”

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CHARITY MATTERS

Community Champion Steve is still making a difference after 50 years Steve Whiteway remembers his first ever charity fundraising event like it was yesterday: “I used to play the piano in an amateur dramatic group and we took a piano to a residential home in Saltash,” he recalls. “I played tunes for sponsorship and raised £15, which was quite good going back then.”

Community champion Steve Whiteway

community work, which has all been done freely in his own time. Last year, he received a phone call out of the blue from the Cabinet Office to tell him he’d been named the UK’s 714th Point of Light, which recognises ‘outstanding volunteers who are making a real difference in their communities’.

‘Back then’ was 1967 and Steve was eight at the time. It The award, signed by Prime Minister Theresa May, was for kick-started a lifetime of voluntary community work which is his work as Chair of Devon and Cornwall Food Action, which now in its 51st year. Steve calculates that his work has raised distributes to charities food that would otherwise have gone £750,000 for good causes, most of them local – and the to waste: “That was a big surprise and I’m very proud to be figure is still rising.

Number 714 out of a nation of millions. But although it’s nice “I just thought that it was normal, when I was growing up, to be recognised for doing community work, it’s not why I to fundraise and volunteer,” he said. “It was something I got do it. I do it because the work helps people – that’s the real from my parents. And this was before the internet. The only reward.” way to raise money then was with sponsorship forms and There was another surprise in store later in 2017, when through word of mouth.” he learnt that his name is to be on one of Great Western Steve has been involved in over 160 good causes and Railways’ new fleet of trains. People were asked to nominate organisations, including Shekinah, St Luke’s Hospice, Age their 100 Great Westerners – living or dead – and Steve was UK, The Stroke Association, Trevi House, Pluss, Plymouth in the top 100: “I’m Number 45, surrounded by lots of famous Fairtrade, Motor Neurone Disease Association, Culture names!” Names such as Agatha Christie, Captain Robert Fest, the Plymouth Food Waste Partnership and Devon and Falcon Scott, Sir Francis Drake, Banksy and Sir Tom Jones.

Cornwall Food Action.

Steve has taken a step back from some of his charity roles He’s a Plymouth Dementia Champion and, in his now because, as he approaches 60, he’s brought his skills to environmental work, Improving Lives Plymouth he launched the Zero as the charity’s full-time to Landfill initiative in resource development Plymouth and was part manager: “It’s just a posh of the Climate Change term for fundraiser!” he Commission which has explained from his new helped to inform the city office in Mannamead Road.

Improving Lives Plymouth, council’s ‘route map’ for a low carbon city. formerly Plymouth Guild, As well as offering was established in 1907 as his expertise to the Plymouth Guild of Civic organisations, he’s also Help, to meet the needs continued the fundraising of the day, largely helping efforts he started in 1967: families that were socially “I’ve walked, I’ve kayaked, disadvantaged or affected by poverty. Since then, its I’ve played the piano, you name it, I’ve probably role has widened, and its done it!” work has increased. It’s all delivered by 60 staff and 80 Steve has received Steve Whiteway playing keyboard for charity Photo by Paul Bullen several awards for his volunteers.

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CHARITY MATTERS

The charity works mainly with people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. The aim is to help them shape their own solutions for a better quality of life by providing appropriate and accessible health and social care support.

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The eight key services are Caring for Carers – and there are 6,500 of them in Plymouth, Sensory Solutions, Long Term Condition Self-Management, Veterans Care Navigation, Information & Advice, Volunteer Connections, Active for All, and Better Futures, supporting adults with a learning disability to live independently and to be safe.

“We have 17,000 service users – that’s a large proportion of Plymouth’s adult population,” said Steve. “Government cuts in the funding of services are happening all the time, but the people who need help are still out there.”

When Steve joined in October 2017, he and others devised the 110 Club – a reference to how long the charity has been going. He’s spent the past six weeks encouraging businesses to become founder members of the club for an annual donation of £240 – Cornerstone Vision, publishers of the Plymouth Magazine was among the first to join.

He was due to reach his target of 110 Founder Members by the end of March 2018. The ultimate aim is to have 1,000 members, securing £240,000 a year for Improving Lives Plymouth.

“There are real benefits for businesses, quite apart from helping the local community, because all the money is spent locally. We want local businesses to show their corporate responsibility. In return, we give them a place on a roll of honour on our website and a LinkedIn platform so that they can engage with fellow supporters.”

For Steve, he’s relishing the chance to carry on making a difference: “I’ve never done this for a living before – and I am loving the work. It’s such a great team, everyone is very passionate about the work and very protective of our service users.

“It’s a charity that has given unbroken service through two world wars and I get a tremendous sense of pride being associated with it.”

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Visit the Improving Lives Plymouth website for more information or give Steve a call on 01752 201892. www.improvinglivesplymouth.org.uk

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FOOD MATTERS

Students get a taste of business success with their company, Made Cakes

A group of Plymouth students have launched their own company – selling individually-prepared cake and cookie ingredients in glass jars. The young entrepreneurs at the Focus School Plymouth Campus are selling so many, they’re struggling to keep up with the demand.

“With the fruit cake, we put the spices on the top so when you open the jar, you get this real hit of cinnamon, ginger and mixed spices,” added Alfie, 16. Another nice touch is that each jar carries the name of the student who prepared it.

All the ingredients and nutritional information and instructions are on the jars and on the Made Made Cakes – slogan ‘We Make, You Bake’ Cakes website. The only thing you need to – was launched by nine Year 12 students at add is butter and eggs and, with the spiced the St Budeaux school in November 2017 and fruitcake, a tablespoon of golden syrup. they’ve already sold over 1,000 jars. They’ve Depending on how much cake you can manage even had a takeover offer by an established in a slice, the ingredients are enough for 10-12 company – but they’re not ready to let go of servings.

Made Cakes just yet.

“It’s really simple, all you have to do is mix it The friends – aged 16-17 – came up with the all up,” said Sam. “It’s something that parents novel business idea as part of the national or grandparents can do with the children and in Young Enterprise (YE) programme that enables fact, some people have bought them for their young people to experience what it’s like to set children.” up and run a student company.

So, how did they come up with the recipes?

The students are responsible for all aspects “They’re our own recipes, which have come of the business – production, sales, marketing, from families or friends,” said Sam. “We had lots branding, website, accounts, everything! They of tasting sessions in the school, which we knew are: Sam Besley (managing director), Alfie would get everyone involved, and we tweaked Furse (sales & marketing director), Poppy the ingredients until we came up with the final Douglas (marketing director), Josie Kearn recipes.” (finance director), Chad Wallis (production The response has been amazing, with assistant), Rochelle Davies (company secretary), customers re-ordering and saying they’re the Coralie Parson (operations), Lorita Read (sales best cakes they’ve ever tasted: “We’ve achieved assistant/IT), and Lyndon Ellis (operations). what we have through team-work. We’d have They recently won the UK-wide YE Winter got nowhere without it,” said Sam. Market Competition, topping the national table As well as the online store, the Made Cakes for public response to their product, which range is currently available at Dart’s Farm, takes into account online sales and social media Miller’s Farm Shop and Greendale Farm Shop in feedback on the YE website East Devon and at Trevallick’s Fruit cake in a jar and the finished product (below) (www.ye-marketplace.org.uk/ Farm Shop near Liskeard. The Stores/made-cakes). students also have a stall at This is the first time the food fayres. school has taken part in the YE “We’ve had a lot of advice programme and the students and support from our school had several brain-storming community, but we’ve had no sessions before deciding to financial support. We’ve had to launch Made Cakes: “We all do everything from scratch,” enjoy cooking and most of us said Alfie. did GCSE cooking, which was Among those offering advice where we got the inspiration were Cartwright & Butler, a from,” explains Sam, 17. luxury food company whose But, says Alfie, it wasn’t products are sold at Harrod’s just their love of cooking and Macy’s in New York. that decided them: “We saw As part of the judging the business potential. It’s process in the competition, different to anything that’s on Made Cakes set up a stall at the market and we thought Drake’s Circus on 17 March, it could do well. The product where they had to impress looks great – you can see all the YE judges. If they do well the layers in the glass jars – and we use quality ingredients, in the area competition, they’ll get to pitch to Chris Dawson, Fairtrade where possible. We didn’t want to skimp on quality the Plymouth-born founder of The Range, for a chance to or taste.” progress.

The three recipes are spiced fruitcake (£9.50 RRP), The school is part of a global Christian school community chocolate brownies (£8), and cookies (£.6.50). All the and Made Cakes shares the same values of respect, ingredients are measured and chopped in the school kitchen responsibility, integrity and commitment. Acting head, Jo and put into the jars, before being sealed and topped with Warburton, said: “This has been a great opportunity for decorative fabric and sold in branded paper bags. the students to develop enterprise skills and a sense of

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FOOD MATTERS Six members of the Made Cakes team (from left) Sam, Chad, Caralie, Alfie,Lorita, Josie Not pictured Poppy, Rochelle and Lyndon

responsibility. It’s given them a running start for when they embark on their careers.

“I’m particularly impressed with how they’ve been role models for the younger children. They’ve encouraged simpler versions of what they’ve done, so Year 7 have created chocolate products and learnt how to market them.”

Alfie says that the success of Made Cakes has brought new challenges: “We’re a student business so as soon as it took off, we had the issue of logistics. How do we increase production and step up deliveries? Scaling up is the next challenge.” And what does the future hold for their company?

“Our idea is to sell it off – but we want to make some money first!”

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WHAT’S ON THE LYRIC Royal Parade Plymouth Box Office 01752 267222 www.theatreroyal.com Apr 3 - 7 THE JUNGLE BOOK An exciting new adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s family classic, The Jungle Book, comes to life in this colourful new show.

Loved as a wild and fun tale of family, belonging and identity, this production is packed with memorable characters, new songs and brilliant storytelling. Follow Mowgli the man cub, Bagheera the panther, Baloo the bear and Kaa the python as they outwit the cruel and powerful tiger, Shere Khan and learn the law of the jungle.

Apr 8 BLACK DYKE BAND Certainly the most successful and probably the most famous brass band in the world, yes, the Black Dyke Band are in concert for the very first time at the Theatre Royal in Plymouth. What a fabulous opportunity to hear the brass band that have won a record number of National, British, Open and European titles, and are in demand all over the world.

Apr 9 ANDY FORD: LOOK IT’S ME As one of Britain’s favourite comedians, Andy Ford has performed his comedy routines to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and also topped the bill at the world famous London Palladium. His irrepressible style and charm has seen him invited onto the UK’s top chat shows and his live stand up routines are in constant demand throughout the world in theatres, art centres, top hotels and even some of the world’s finest cruise ships.

Apr 10 - 12 WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD Two crafty robbers, one tiny ladybird, and a whole farmyard of fun! Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len have a cunning plan to steal the farmer’s fine prize cow. Join the woolly sheep, the hairy hog, the fat red hen and the dainty dog in this glittering stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks’ colourful farmyard adventure.

Apr 13 JUSTIN’S BAND Are you ready to be part of Justin’s band? Because BAFTA award winning actor Justin Fletcher is going on a musical adventure and would love you to come and play along with his band. Join Justin and

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Apr 14 RUSSELL WATSON: CANZONI D’AMORE Following a series of sell out performances in 2015 and 2016, the UK’s best selling classical crossover artist returns to the stage with his brand new show Canzoni d’Amore. Captivating to watch and enchanting to listen to, Russell Watson continues to wow audiences with his enigmatic and entertaining live performances.

Apr 17 - 28 JERSEY BOYS The internationally acclaimed stage sensation Jersey Boys is working its way back to Plymouth! Jersey Boys tells the true life story of four boys from the wrong side of the tracks who wrote their own songs, invented their own unique sound and sold 100 million records worldwide. Jersey Boys is a story full of heart, humour and sheer musical razzmatazz you simply will never forget.

Apr 29 CHAMPIONS OF MAGIC The Champions of Magic return to the UK following sold out shows across the globe, rave reviews and a run in London’s West End. These five magicians present daring grand illusions, stunning close up magic and incredible mind reading with a heart stopping finale and special effects to rival the biggest theatrical spectacles.

May 1 - 5 THIS HOUSE Roll back to 1974. The corridors of Westminster ring with the sound of infighting and backbiting as Britain’s political parties battle to change the future of the nation, whatever it takes. In this hung parliament, the ruling party holds on by a thread. Following sell-out runs at the National Theatre and in the West End, this extraordinarily prescient play takes on a new importance in the current political climate. Are we in the midst of a political revolution? Can the country stay united?

May 6 BOBBY DAVRO: DAVRO UNLEASHED Stand up comic, TV presenter, panto star and general all round entertainer, Bobby Davro has been pleasing audiences everywhere since his TV debut in 1981.

Following his sell-out visit to the Theatre Royal Plymouth in 2015, he returns with his hilarious new show of music, impressions, comedy and audience participation.

May 8 - 12 CIRQUE BERSERK! Direct from the West End and showcasing the finest in traditional circus thrills and skills, Cirque Berserk! celebrates the 250th anniversary of the invention of circus by bringing this treasured form of live entertainment bang up-to-date in a jaw-dropping spectacular created especially for theatre. Combining contemporary cirque-style artistry with adrenaline-fuelled stunt action, this astoundingly talented troupe includes over thirty jugglers,

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May 15 - 26 THE BAND The Band is a new musical comedy about what it’s like to grow up with a boyband. Written by award winning writer Tim Firth, The Band is a beautiful story for anyone who grew up with a boyband and how those songs became the soundtrack to their lives. For five 16 year old girls in 1992, the band is everything. 25 years on, we are reunited with this group of friends as they try once more to fulfil their dream of meeting their heroes.

May 27 THAT’LL BE THE DAY Highly acclaimed for its stunning live entertainment value, That’ll Be The Day is an outstanding celebration for all true fans of the golden era of popular music.

This latest production features a fantastic new line-up of smash hits spanning the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s, plus more side-splitting comedy sketches, all performed live on stage! Prepare for an unforgettable night of nostalgia, laughs and rock and roll!

May 29 - Jun 2 LOVE FROM A STRANGER A whirlwind romance with a handsome and charming stranger sweeps Cecily Harrington off her feet and she recklessly abandons her old life to settle in the remote and blissful surroundings of a country cottage. However, her newfound love is not all that he seems… Electric with suspense www.cornerstonevision.com

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Apr 12 - 14 BRAINSTORM Inside every adolescent brain, 86 billion neutrons connect and collide to produce the most frustrating, chaotic and exhilarating changes that will ever happen to us. Brainstorm is a unique theatrical investigation into how teenagers’ brains work and why they’re designed by evolution to be the way they are. @PlymMag

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WHAT’S ON Apr 17 - 21 NATIONAL THEATRE CONNECTIONS FESTIVAL Connections is one of the UK’s largest celebrations of youth theatre. Plays are commissioned for and about young people, from some of the best contemporary playwrights and performed by schools and youth theatres all over the UK and Ireland.

Apr 24 - 28 EDUCATION EDUCATION EDUCATION Education Education Education is the Wardrobe’s Ensemble’s love letter to the schools of the 90s and asks big questions about a country in special measures, exploring what we are taught and why, and where responsibility lies.

May 1 - 5 THE BELIEVERS ARE BUT BROTHERS We live in a time where old orders are collapsing. From the postcolonial nation states of the Middle East to the EU and the American election. Through it all, tech savvy and bloodthirsty groups like ISIS run through European-drawn border lines.

Amidst this, a generation of young men find themselves burning with resentment; without

the money, power and sex they think they deserve, this crisis of masculinity leads them on a journey into an online world of fantasy, violence and reality. turn indeed…

Apr 3 - 7 DICK TRACY Newsflash! There’s been a series of high profile crimes right across the city - but fear not… The police chief has put his best man on the job. Dick Tracy. It’s now down to the square-jawed, hard-hitting, fast-shooting, comic book detective to solve the crime the only way he knows how, the crime solving way. Will Tracy be able to save the day, get the girl and get to the bottom of who’s causing mayhem?

May 26 JULIUS CAESAR BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE The Actor’s Wheel return with a contemporary and striking production of Shakespeare’s searing political thriller. Caesar returns in triumph to Rome and

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CASTLE STREET, PLYMOUTH 01752 242021 www.b-bar.co.uk Mar 30 THE BUSKETEERS The Busketeers formed on the streets of Plymouth and are mainly a trio but occasionally a four piece. Made up of four artists in their own right, Luke Engel, Matt Price, Olly Parker and Andy George, the band labels itself as a ‘progressive busking’ act, which is also the tile of their debut EP. Mar 31 THE TREES Four women, Becca Langsford, Alex Hart, Elani Evangelou and Martha Nash, have come together to share their influences and experience to create a collective of musicians and form one of the only current all female bands in Plymouth. The Trees introduce a new meaning to the term ‘girl band’, fusing intense vocal polyphony with rootsy strings, beats and buckets of passion. Be sure not to miss out on this new folk, soul, roots project.

Apr 4 COMEDY NIGHT Light relief with the best stand ups on the local and UK circuit.

Apr 5 MARK J. LEE Mark J. Lee is a Devon born songwriter and performing musician. A big lover of traditional country and old time sensibilities, Mark J. Lee’s sound consists of raw tenor vocals, Appalachian folk and country guitar with story telling lyrics. Lee draws influence from country legends such as Hank Williams and Townes Van Zandt as well as more modern pioneers including Daniel Romano and Jonny Fritz.

Apr 6 ELIZA ACTY Eliza Acty is a singer and musician based in Devon. With her unique vocal style, Eliza performs a wide

range of folk, blues, American oldtime, original and contemporary songs that span over a century of music. Having performed with the successful old-time band Appaloosas, Eliza has been seen in folk clubs, festival and music venues all over the South West including appearances on BBC Radio Devon and BBC Radio Cornwall.

Apr 7, 21 FREE CUBA PARTY Latin tunes and cocktails with the resident DJ playing the best in salsa, merengue, bachata, son and more.

Apr 8 SUNDAY SERMON The B Bar hosts a new monthly Sunday session brought to you by the Neil Burns Organ Trio, featuring Neil Burns on guitar, Martin Jenkins on organ and Ric Byer on drums. The groove heavy hard swinging trio will be playing a selection of blue note gems and originals, followed by a jazz jam session afterwards.

Apr 11, 25 CAFÉ ACOUSTICA The fortnightly showcase of unplugged talent, hosted by singer songwriter Jessie Mullen.

Apr 12 THE WASHBOARD RESONATORS The Washboard Resonators are a duo that play foot-stomping blues, vaudeville, ragtime, hokum, skiffle, swing and folk like it was in the 1920s, 30s and 40s. On stage, you can expect a varied and entertaining show with upbeat songs, harmonies, tap dancing and an array of old instruments, including; washboard, resonator guitars, banjo, ukulele, snare drum, suitcase bass drum, spoons

Theatres & Shows Apr 18 EZMAY GRACE Ezmay Grace is a contemporary folk musician from Cornwall.

Having lived and studied BA (Hons) Music in Falmouth for three years, she now works the gig circuits in Cornwall playing at weddings, in pubs and restaurants and at popular festivals in the summer. Ezmay Grace is a BBC Introducing artist and is frequently played on BBC Radio Cornwall’s BBC Introducing show as well as on stages at festivals such as Tunes on the Dunes and Boardmasters Festival.

and their very own invention - the kazoosaphone. Expect numbers from Blind Boy Fuller, Louis Armstrong, Fred Astaire, Robert Johnson and The Washboard Rhythm Kings.

Apr 13 MARTIN DALE QUARTET Martin Dale’s quartet plays something for all jazz lovers.

Standards, latin, be-bop and Martin’s own arrangements of hits from the likes of Billy Joel, George Benson, Grover Washington Jr and

Roberta Flack. A proper ‘in the groove quartet’.

Apr 14 DOUBLE DENIM A four piece reproducing the thoughts from an XX/XY duo of songwriters straight out of Britain’s Ocean City. Armed with psych-fringed indie rock, radical garage rock dynamics, with a nod to a dirty weekend spent with Fleetwood Mac and The Maccabees.

Apr 19 BLIND RIVER SCARE Tim Manning (aka Blind River Scare) is a South Wales based singer songwriter playing original americana, alt country and roots. He writes heartfelt tales of love, loss and life coupled with proper song craft that sounds both timeless and contemporary.

Promoting his releases has seen Tim travel the length and breadth of the country both headlining and supporting touring acts.

Apr 20 KENOBY Ken Williamson and Toby Gisborne are Kenoby. They are an acoustic covers and originals band that

specialises in upbeat sing along music. The trio formed as a duo act in 2016 and have now added Rich Walker. The guys have gained a local following very quickly with rocking vocals, slapping bass lines and booming beats.

Apr 22 BROADWAY AT THE B BAR Plymouth Performing Arts Academy are proud to present an evening of musical theatre, showcasing some of the most exciting and fresh new talent in the area. The evening is hosted by Leanne Rogers, who has appeared in numerous productions in the West End and around the world, including lead roles in Les Misérables, Mamma Mia! and Oliver!

Apr 26 FORKED A very special Forked event with Poetry Pioneers at Ocean Studios followed by a ferry ride with poetry from Marc Woodward. The ferry will travel to the Barbican where the night will continue at B Bar. Expect enthralling, eye opening, jaw dropping spoken word from international headliners and outstanding regional wordsmiths, hosted by Pucker Poets front man Alexander Rhodes.

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WHAT’S ON Apr 27 JAMIE YOST An evening with Jamie Yost, alternative folk singer songwriter, and friends in the delightful Barbican Theatre to celebrate the launch of new EP ‘Aurora’. Yost switches between the acoustic and electric guitar on stage, presenting a mix of alternative, indie rock and folk. His sound has been compared to artists such as Ben Howard, Matt Corby and Daughter.

Apr 27 JOHNNY MAC AND CO Johnny Mac and Co make a welcome return to the B Bar to promote their new CD, ‘Dupath Mondays’. Featuring guitar, vocals, saxophone, mandolin and percussion, they have their own unique blend of classic jazz and folk tunes, plus Johnny’s own songs of East Cornwall life. Come along and let this acoustic four piece catch your ears and get your feet tapping.

Apr 28 THE CABARATS Roll up! Roll up! The very first Cabarets gig of the year is upon us! Following the release of their debut album ‘Out of the Bag’ in October, The ‘Rats have been hibernating for the winter, but

Apr 28 THE BAND OF HM ROYAL MARINES IN CONCERT Fresh from performing to sell out audiences at the Royal Albert Hall, the Royal Marines Band Plymouth return home to offer a taste of their famous London show. The band will perform works and solos featured at the Mountbatten Festival of Music, including routines from the world renowned Corps of Drums. With previous performances at Music of the Night and the South-West Proms, the band promises a first class and unforgettable evening of quintessential military band repertoire and contemporary works, alongside their own twist on modern pop and classic rock.

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May 11 FASTLOVE: A TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MICHAEL Get ready for an unforgettable evening with a global superstar, as he puts the Boom Boom into your heart in the all new production, Fastlove - a tribute to George Michael. The show is packed with crowd pleasing anthems. From the Wham classics of the new pop revival to the chart-topping success of the eighties album Faith.

Plus the awesome tunes of the nineties and noughties, including the irresistible Flawless. Relive the passion, the flare, and the unique sensitivity of George Michael in this incredible concert sensation.

May 15 and 16 MICHAEL MCINTYRE After having his earlier Plymouth shows postponed because of the weather, Britain’s biggest comedian Michael McIntyre is set to return to the stage with his eagerly awaited new tour and this time he’s going global!

Michael McIntyre’s Big World Tour will see Michael perform to arenas across the UK and Ireland as well as revisiting Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa and Norway and heading to America, Canada, Switzerland, Iceland, Sweden, Malta and the Netherlands for the first time.

With his own TV show, four best-selling DVDs and his debut autobiography landing the coveted Christmas number one slot, the world is an oyster for Michael McIntyre.

May 18 DAN AND PHIL WORLD TOUR 2018 Two internet dwelling, insecure nerds standing under the spotlight to give the people what they want: an epic interactive experience of rants, roasts, battles, stories… and surprises that will make you laugh, cry, cringe and puts the audience in control unlike anything before!

May 19 THE ELVIS WORLD TOUR The World’s Greatest Elvis Show returns to Plymouth. Don’t miss the Elvis World Tour featuring Shawn Klush and Dean Z on stage together. Following last year’s phenomenal, sell out success at the Pavilions, Shawn will return with this greatly enhanced show.

Shawn Klush first exploded onto the UK scene where six million viewers tuned in to see him crowned ‘The World’s Greatest Elvis’ live on BBC One. Don’t miss this Elvis World Tour UK leg - the world’s biggest and best Elvis touring production!

June 2 and 3 SARAH MILLICAN Sarah Millican is not a control freak, she’s a control enthusiast.

She even controls her own insults, see? Do you arrange the nights out? Are you in charge of passports on holiday? Then so are you! Whether you’re sorting the tickets for this show or turning up when you’re told to, welcome. Funny, frank and unapologetically rude. Not suitable for under 16s.

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Music Apr 1 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Royal British Legion Club, Crownhill The International Delta Six. Traditional jazz band featuring the Swiss international star Barbara Widmer Taykor. Details 01752 721179 or visit www. plymouth-jazz-club.org.uk Apr 14 TITANIC DINNER DANCE Duke of Cornwall Hotel Five course meal, entertainment from The Chemistry Quartet, Steve Whitewall on piano and the Carlton Big Band. Contact Annmarie Kerr for more information, 07904 783093 Apr 15 25TH INTERNATIONAL CONCERT SERIES Duke of Cornwall Hotel Divertimento Ensemble is a flexible sized group of musicians that perform major works of chamber music with players who love the repertoire. The Ensemble gives concerts with a variety of different sizes of chamber groups, from quartets to octets for strings. They play together frequently and enjoy exploring the varied repertoire for this combination of instruments. Programme to include Mozart, Rossini and Panufnik. Tickets £14 from the Duke of Cornwall Hotel or from Jeanie Moore 01752 770345 Apr 15 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Royal British Legion Club, Crownhill The Savannah Jazz Band. This highly popular traditional jazz band makes its annual visit to Plymouth. Details 01752 721179 or visit www.plymouth-jazz-club. org.uk Apr 21 SOUTH WEST PHILHARMONIA & CHORUS Wesley Methodist Church, Saltash Conducted by Marcus Alleyne.

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May 5 THE DIVERTIMENTO STRING QUARTET Sherwell United Church, North Hill Haydn, Gurney and Brahms quartets. Tickets £13 in advance, £15 on the door, under 18s free.

From Divertimento 01803 863677 May 6 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Royal British Legion Club, Crownhill Lee Gibson with the Martin Dale Quartet. One of the best jazz singers in the UK made a great impression at her previous appearance with this fine Plymouth band. Details 01752 721179 or visit www.plymouthjazz-club.org.uk May 8 PLYMOUTH UNIVERSITY GOSPEL CHOIR AND PLYMOUTH UNIVERSITY BIG BAND The House, Plymouth University Free admission, booking advised from 01752 585050 May 9 THE STEVE BUCKLEY TRIO Sherwell Centre, Plymouth University With Katherine Williams and

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Tom Armstrong (saxes, piano and clarinet). Free admission, booking advised from 01752 585050 May 9 SAM RICHARDS Room 14, the Rolle Building, Plymouth University Sam Richards on piano, Empty Moments - miniatures. Free admission, booking advised from 01752 585050 May 10 PLYMOUTH UNIVERSITY GAMELAN ORCHESTRA Crosspoint, Roland Levinsky Building, Plymouth University Directed by Saj Collyer. Free admission, booking advised from 01752 585050 May 10 AMBIENT CHILLED The House, Plymouth University Electronics and new instruments.

Free admission, booking advised from 01752 585050.

May 11 PHILIP GLASS METAMORPHOSIS Room 14, the Rolle Building, Plymouth University Lena Kozik on piano. Free admission, booking advised from 01752 585050 May 11 AN EVENING OF JAZZ, BLUES AND IMPROVISATION Sherwell Centre, Plymouth University Sam Richards on piano with final year instrumentalists. Free

admission, booking advised from 01752 585050 May 11 CITY OF PLYMOUTH CONCERT BAND The Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. Spring Concert.

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May 12 CAPULUS Plymouth University Student Union Bar Outdoor Stage An evening of hard rock. Free admission, booking advised from 01752 585050 May 19 UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH CHORAL SOCIETY St Andrew’s Minster Church Playing with the Divertimento String Qaurtet. Playing Fauré: Pavane, Ravel: String Quartet in F, Fauré: Requiem. Tickets £15, Under 26’s £6 from 01752 585050 May 20 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Royal British Legion Club, Crownhill The Sopranos - Quintet headed by a talented saxophone and clarinet duo, playing jazz standards from the 1920s onwards. Details 01752 721179 or visit www.plymouth-jazz-club. org.uk May 22 PLYMOUTH CLARION CHOIR St Budeaux Baptist Church Hall Contact Miss Emmie Headdon, 01752 361865.

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When it comes to celebrating the life of someone special, hundreds of women across Plymouth choose to remember their loved ones by joining with like-minded ladies to light up the night with an abundance of colour and sparkle.

Once a year, they gather for the city’s favourite girls’ night out, the Neon Midnight Walk, in aid of St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth, walking a 3, 6 or 13.1 mile route through Plymouth to raise vital funds for the outstanding end of life care the charity provides.

This year’s event, on Saturday July 21, is a special way for them to celebrate their memories of loved ones while creating new memories with their friends in a buzzing atmosphere, Diana Powell making a difference in their community.

Among those getting their glow on will be Julie Barton and Diana Powell. Julie, 51 is a long-serving member of the team at Toshiba in Plymouth before she left to train as a nurse.

Julie will join several fellow ‘Toshettes’ for the charity walk.

Julie is putting on her trainers in memory of her sisterin-law, Donna, who passed away aged 51 in 2016, and close friend Toni, who died last November, also aged 51. Both were looked after by the specialist team at St Luke’s.

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personality. She was a real individual and loved by all who knew her. I will always remember Toni’s crazy humour and her strength. Even the week before she died, she was determined to make it into town to buy herself some new clothes – and she did.

Joining Julie, is friend and fellow ‘Toshette’, Diana Powell.

“For me personally, my husband Tony was desperately passionate about raising money for St Luke’s. In 2016 he did some cycling events for the charity, but unfortunately passed away a couple of weeks after that. This is my attempt to continue raising money on his behalf.”

“I first came across St Luke’s about 15 years ago when a friends father was in Turnchapel Julie Barton and I was actually quite stunned about the level of care and compassion. St Luke’s is a caring place and the whole of Plymouth knows that, it’s just something that is out there and we need to keep on raising that profile and keep getting the money through to them.”

The Neon Midnight Walk is sponsored by Nash & Co Solicitors. Registration is £22 and includes an exclusive neon t-shirt, as well as a medal and goody bag for all finishers.

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Major Events Various dates LEAGUE ONE FOOTBALL Mar 30 Argyle v Southend Apr 7 Argyle v Peterborough Apr 14 Argyle v Portsmouth Apr 28 Argyle v Rotherham NATIONAL LEAGUE RUGBY Mar 31 Albion v Loughborough Apr 14 Albion v Birmingham M Apr 28 Albion v Blackheath BRITISH BASKETBALL LEAGUE Apr 8 Raiders v Leicester Apr 22 Raiders v Cheshire Apr 29 Raiders v Sheffield April 3 MAN ENGINE RESURRECTION TOUR Tavistock Back in summer 2016, a remarkable phenomenon captured hearts and souls across Cornwall. The largest mechanical puppet ever constructed in Britain steamed the length of the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site,

unearthing a deep lode of passion and pride. Now, the big boy is back! The Man Engine is set to reappear in Tavistock before driving up north into Somerset, South Wales and the North of England.

The popular Plymouth Pirate Weekend returns in May

Apr 14 BUBBLES AND GIN FESTIVAL The Guildhall, 1pm to 7pm Join the ultimate festival of Prosecco, Cava, Champagne, cider, sparkling wines, cocktails and gin. A bar with over 30 different types of Prosecco, fizz, gin and cocktails, with a Pimp Prosecco bar - adding your favourite fruit and cordials. There will also be a selection of wood fired pizzas, antipasti platters and delicious cakes, with vegetarian options available. Entertainment includes a selection of music and singers, from jazz to more lively bands Details www. missivyevents.co.uk Apr 28 and 29 VINTAGE, JAZZ AND GIN IN THE PARK Mount Edgcumbe Park 11am to 6pm Sat; 11am to 4pm Sun A vintage inspired weekend which includes swing dancing demos, jazz music, bracket marketplace, gin masterclasses

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May 5 SALTASH MAY FAIR In 2016, the new committee took the May Fair back to the town and back to its community roots. After two years, with overwhelming positive feedback from residents, businesses, exhibitors and the wider community, it’s back in 2018! With a huge number of local charity and community organisations, with lots of Cornish refreshments, and a entertainment for young and old alike, this year’s May Fair looks to be a day of non-stop fun!

May 5 to June 3 PLYMOUTH HISTORY FESTIVAL Throughout Plymouth Back for its sixth year, Plymouth History Festival is an annual celebration of Plymouth’s history and heritage, and takes place across the city in a range of venues and locations. Each year, the programme features around 100 different events including exhibitions and displays, guided walks and tours, talks, family activities and special events.

This year will be exploring the themes of ‘War’, ‘Enlightenment’ and ‘Health’, marking important anniversaries linked to the Institution of Civil Engineers, the NHS and the RAF.

Major Events May 12 - 13 PLYMOUTH PIRATE WEEKEND 2018 The Barbican, Quay Square and Sutton Harbour Ohh arrr! The award-winning Plymouth Pirate Weekend returns to the city for two days packed full of family fun. This family event attracts thousands of visitors and locals eager to join in with the festivities, listen to shanties, dance and enjoy the entertainment on offer. A range of pirate themed ales will also be on offer across the Barbican pubs during the weekend.

May 20 BRITAIN’S OCEAN CITY HALF MARATHON Plymouth Hoe A challenging, yet scenic 13.1 mile course taking in Plymouth’s famous landmarks. With over £250,000 raised for charity at last year’s event, attracting runners from over 200 towns and cities, and 15,000 visitors, this year’s marathon is tipped to be even bigger and better.

May 26 and 27 GREEN MAN FESTIVAL Mount Edgcumbe House & Country Park The Green Man is back for its fifth year, bringing the rebirth of the

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May 26 LORD MAYOR’S FESTIVAL 2018 Armada Way This popular annual event will again be taking place, welcoming the new Lord Mayor into their role and give the people of Plymouth the opportunity to celebrate the occasion. More information will be released on this year’s theme as well as a full programme of events soon.

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Over 400 women from across Plymouth and the South West are expected to attend the annual Stilettos Women’s Conference taking place on April 28 at Plymouth Methodist Central Hall for a day of encouragement and empowerment.

Birthed out of The Worship Centre in Estover, Stilettos Women’s Conference is now in its seventh year, and has grown from just 80 attendees to become one of the largest women’s events of its kind here in the South West.

During the event money is raised for local charities, with over £10,000 having been given since 2012 to causes that include helping the victims of human trafficking, supporting young people with autism, and drug and rehabilitation centres.

Alongside these opportunities to give, this year’s event will include Christian teaching from guest speakers Seajay Liebscher and Sophia Barrett. Both speakers are passionate about seeing women embrace their true selves, abandoning the notion of perfection and realising the best you is the authentic you, while also encouraging them to live a full and extra-ordinary life.

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WHAT’S ON Apr 4 FAMILY FUN: MARVELLOUS MARITIME Mayflower Museum, The Barbican Get the family hooked on Plymouth’s marvellous maritime heritage in this interactive workshop. You’ll be joined by friends from the National Marine Aquarium for a morning of activities that will dive deep into the oceans and explore the history. £5 per child (accompanying adults go free). Booking is essential.

Apr 6 and May 25 FAMILY HARD HAT TOUR The Box Construction Site, Plymouth Museum Join staff from The Box and Willmott Dixon for a special hard hat tour of the construction site, just for families. Discover how the building contractors are transforming the space and what objects will be going into The Box when it opens in 2020.

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Apr 14 FAMILY FUN: MY MATE SMEATON Mayflower Museum, The Barbican How does cement dry when it’s surrounded by the sea? Hear how engineer John Smeaton answered this question with his friend, innovator William Cookworthy, when he was building the landmark lighthouse. Told by professional storytellers, you will learn how their friendship helped create the Plymouth landmark we all know and love today. £5 per child (accompanying adults go free). Booking is essential.

May 8 IMPRESSIONS IN CLAY: INTERGENERATIONAL WORKSHOP Astor Room, Plymouth Guildhall Join ceramist Jill Holland and create your own decoration impression into clay. Staff from Plymouth Museum Galleries Archive will also be on hand to explain the important discoveries made by William Cookworthy, founder of Plymouth Porcelain. Jill will explain some of the techniques that are involved when working with porcelain whilst encouraging children and older people to work together to make their own masterpiece. £3.50 per child (accompanying adults go free).

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May 12 A’HOY THERE M’HEARTIES! Tourist Information Centre, The Barbican Launch yourself into Pirate Weekend with The Box, Plymouth!

Create your own pirate accessories and enjoy some interactive swash buckling activities. This event is suitable for pirates of all ages and your ticket will include entry into the Mayflower Museum. £3 per child (accompanying adults go free). Booking is essential.

May 12 WILD ABOUT PLYMOUTH: SKULLS IN 3D PRINTING Fab Lab, Plymouth College of Art Heads will roll at this exciting workshop at Plymouth’s Fab Lab! Use handheld scanners to scan skulls form Plymouth Museums Galleries Archives’ collection, before printing your skull using a Ultimaker 3D printer. While you’re waiting for your print, why not create a larger than life skull with laser cutters? You will have to work with the rest of the group to slot each sheet into another to make the skull. Are you up to the challenge? Recommended for children aged 9 to 14 years. £7.50 per child (accompanying adults go free). Advance booking is essential.

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May 19 SOUND - PIECES Peninsula Arts Gallery, Roland Levinsky Building, Plymouth University How does music influence how you create art? Come to this family workshop and make your own colourful piece of art. Be bold with shapes, colours and materials like internationally renowned contemporary artist Trevor Bell.

There will also be an opportunity to play some of the musical instruments from the handling collection. This event is most

keeping the kids busy! £2 per hunt with a chocolate reward. Normal admission prices apply. There is no admission charge for under 5’s and National Trust members.

Until Apr 15 EASTER HOLIDAYS Spring is in the air and the gardens are waking up, the days are drawing out and the Easter Holidays are upon us which means it’s time to get out and about.

With two weeks of activities and trails, the kids will be demanding you come back again and again!

Join in the led activities and trails all through the Easter holidays.

These events are free, but normal admission charges apply.

suitable for children aged 4 to 10. £4 per child (accompanying adults go free). Booking is essential.

Saltram House Plympton 01752 333500 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/saltram Until Jun 27 GARDEN TOURS Ever wondered how the gardeners keep the lawn so nice, or grow a particular flower? Join one of the friendly gardeners for a stroll around the garden, see what’s looking good at the moment or

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Until Apr 8 CADBURY EASTER EGG HUNT It’s that time of year again when Saltram team up with Cadbury to offer you the ultimate day out!

Go on an Easter Egg hunt around Saltram’s beautiful garden, spot the clues and solve the mystery.

This year the trail will run a week before Easter and the week after,

Mount Edgcumbe Cremyll 01752 822236 www.mountedgcumbe.gov.uk Apr 4, 8 GUIDED CAMELLIA WALK This is an opportunity to join the Curator of the National Camellia Collection, held by Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, on a conducted tour of the collection that currently numbers approximately 1,000 cultivars.

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Apr 17 BACK TO THE TUDORS What was life like 500 years ago?

Discover why Mount Edgcumbe House was so modern and unique when it was built. Look at the collections to find out more about this fascinating period in history.

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you will have a look at pattern reading skills needed to craft a traditional granny square. A kit will be provided with hook, yarn and instructions to get you started.

Tickets £25pp. Places are limited, so booking is essential.

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply.

May 1 - 20 IT’S BLUEBELL TIME Come see a sea of bluebells covering the floor of the Great North Wood. You might want to wear some wellies or walking boots, and since spring is unpredictable, do check in with Buckland Abbey to see when the bluebells are blooming. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply.

Apr 28 VINTAGE, JAZZ AND GIN IN THE PARK Love vintage shopping, drinking gin and listening to jazz music?

Then don’t miss this vintage inspired weekend! On offer will be an array of vintage exhibitors plus a Brocante marketplace with lots of bargains to rummage through to your hearts content! Not only that, enjoy toe-tapping live jazz music, swing dancing, a gin bar, gin masterclasses, workshops, as well as lots of yummy food vendors.

May 5 HATS AND FLOWERS CROCHET WORKSHOP Learn how to create a basic beanie hat, and make flowers to decorate it with. You will need to bring a 3-3.5mm hook and 70-100 grams of double knit yarn in a colour of your choice. A variety of colours will be provided to create a contrasting flower to embellish your hat when finished. Tickets £15pp. Places are limited so booking is essential. To book your place, contact the House on 01752 822236

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May 15 HISTORY AND HERITAGE OF THE EARL’S GARDEN Discover all about the beautiful Earl’s Garden at Mount Edgcumbe and what’s hidden away in all the nooks and crannies. Starting at 11.30am, the talk will last approximately one hour. Tickets £5pp, advance booking essential.

Tickets include entry to the House after the talk.

May 26 - 27 GREEN MAN EVENT The giant figure of the Green Man returns to Mount Edgcumbe as a centre piece looming over the event, sitting on his throne of leaves and bark. He will be presiding over music, entertainment, delicious food stalls and fabulous gift and craft stalls. With a children’s entertainment area, there’s something for all the family. Entry to the event is free of charge - all day parking £5 per vehicle.

Buckland Abbey Yelverton 01822 853607 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bucklandabbey Until Apr 8 CADBURY EGG HUNT Bunny’s been up to his tricks again and hidden his secret supply of chocolate around Buckland Abbey.

Can you follow his steps around the estate to unscramble the clues and receive your chocolate reward? £2 entry, with admission charges still applying.

Apr 8 SPRING MUMMERS PLAY WITH DARTMOOR BORDER MORRIS Come and watch Dartmoor Border Morris perform a traditional Mummers play in the atmospheric surroundings of the Great Barn. The traditional mummers play (merrymaking in disguise) was usually performed to celebrate the death of the year and its resurrection in the Spring. This family friendly play will entertain you with a comedy story of good versus evil and of course, lots of Morris dancing.

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May 26 - Oct 28 THE WORLD ENCOMPASSED FAMILY TRAIL Discover quirky facts about Drake’s famous voyage. Collect your passport to the past from visitors’ welcome to help you follow Drake’s route and become a Tudor explorer. Follow his famous circumnavigation on a voyage of discovery. £2 for each passport trail booklet. Booking not needed.

Cotehele Calstock 01579 351346 www. nationaltrust.org.uk/cotehele Until Apr 8 CADBURY EGG HUNT AT COTEHELE Win a Cadbury chocolate prize on the annual Cadbury Egg Hunt around the garden. Bunny has made a puzzle for you around the garden. Pick up a map and follow the clues to point you in the right direction of the chocolate treat that’s waiting for you at the end. £2 per trail.

Apr 1 and Apr 8 COSTUME SUNDAYS AT COTEHELE MILL Come and meet the mill team dressed in Victorian costume.

You’ll be able to watch milling and baking demonstrations and buy a bag of Cotehele Mill flour to take home. This event is free, but admission charges apply.

Apr 23 - Aug 17 NANCY BELLE BOAT TRIPS FROM COTEHELE QUAY Climb aboard the 22ft Nancy Belle and take a ride up the river.

Starting from Cotehele Quay, the Shamrock support boat Nancy Belle will head up the river Tamar past riverside woodlands, under the railway viaduct, past Calstock and deeper into the valley towards Morwellham Quay.

Throughout the trip, there will be commentary on the valley’s fauna, flora and history. The trip will last approximately two hours, please wear suitable clothing for the predicted weather. £15pp.

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Rose Wylie’s work on show in Plymouth Internationally-renowned and award-winning British painter Rose Wylie will be the subject of ‘History Painting’, a new multi-site exhibition at Plymouth Arts Centre and The Gallery at Plymouth College of Art, featuring new work about the Mayflower voyage, created between 2015 and 2017.

These paintings draw on the artist’s memories of first learning about the Pilgrims as a young child in the 1930s, and reflect on how interpretations of history change across the ages.

The multi-site event will have a free exhibition opening on Wednesday March 28, from 5pm until 6.30pm at Plymouth College of Art and then from 6pm until 8pm at Plymouth Arts Centre. The exhibition will then remain open to members of the public until Wednesday May 30.

Rose Wylie is best known for creating colourful, largescale, figurative paintings

Rose Wylie in her studio. Photo: Joe McGorty; courtesy: the artist

that are smart, funny, and quietly political. These are often made from memory and draw on a wide range of cultural references from history, fashion, and Hollywood to mythology, news imagery, sports and literature. The common thread linking these fields is her interest in how images evolve and accumulate meaning, becoming familiar, iconic and part of the narrative of popular culture and wider history.

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Plymouth Arts Centre present Wylie’s new Mayflower paintings alongside themes the artist has painted for many years that are central to Plymouth’s history, including the Tudor period, the Blitz, and the city as a seaside resort.

At The Gallery at Plymouth College of Art, focus is given to the depiction of the female form, with a series of paintings (from 2002 to 2016) presenting pin-up girls, fashion models, sports players and a number of self-portraits.

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Plymouth Watercolour Society Easter Exhibition will be held from April 6 to April 8 in the Upper Room at the Ashtorre Rock Centre, Waterside, Saltash.

Plymouth Watercolour Society has been in existence since 1985, and consists of artists of all abilities and is not limited to watercolorists.

The group runs Workshops once a month on Saturdays from 10am to 4pm, which are always led by experienced professional tutors. These Workshops are popular and there is a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.

The Easter Exhibition this year will be held in the venue where regular PWS workshops are held, and to give an extra buzz to the exhibition on the Saturday, a workshop will be in progress during opening times, so that visitors can not only admire the wonderful exhibits, but can taste the atmosphere of a Workshop, and can chat with members. All exhibits will be for sale, as well as greetings cards and browsers.

Opening hours are: Friday April 6 from midday to 4pm.

Saturday April 7, from 10am to 4pmand Sunday April 8, from 10am to 3pm. Admission is free.

The venue is easy to reach, either by car or public transport, and is situated directly underneath the Tamar Railway Bridge.

There is plenty of car parking by the waterfront.

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Until Dec 21 2018 PLYMOUTH - FROM DESTRUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION Council House, Armada Way Plymouth suffered greatly during World War II. The docks and naval base made it a target resulting in the almost total destruction of the city centre and the displacement of tens of thousands of Plymothians. The city we see today epitomises the ambition and vision of post war planning. This exhibition includes fascinating objects, images and footage from the collection of Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery, the Plymouth and West Devon Record Office and the South West Film and Television Archive that explores the themes of destruction and reconstruction.

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Apr 16 - May 26 TREVOR BELL: TRANS-FORM Peninsula Arts Gallery, Roland Levinsky Building In the final exhibition that he worked on before he sadly passed away, see a selection of monumental paintings from the 1990s and 2000s by award winning artist Trevor Bell (1930 - 2017). Along with other significant artists who were working in St Ives in the 1950s, he helped establish British art on the international stage. He also spent 20 years living and working in America and showed work on both sides of the Atlantic.

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from their parents, be relatively independent in their personal care and have curiosity about the world around them with a willingness to learn.

So, do they need to be able to read, write or recognise numbers before

By Becky they start school? Whilst these skills Reckless help, they are not essential. All children starting school will have a wide range of Curriculum abilities and their teacher will be able to Manager of the help them progress at their own level.

Roundabout Many parents ask me what they can Day Nursery do to help prepare their children for school. Below are just a few ideas: - talk to your child about their new school. Be excited with them, show them the school website and talk about their new teacher.

- if possible, meet up with other children who will also be attending the same school to begin building friendships.

- encourage your child to be independent, whether that is going to the toilet and washing their hands by themselves or putting on their coats and doing up the zip. Even simple things like blowing their own nose and putting the tissue in the bin.

- encourage them to cut up their own food and use a knife and fork correctly.

- encourage them to ask questions about the world around them and how things work. Foster a love of learning.

- practise getting dressed in their uniform and P.E. kit independently (don’t forget to put your socks in your shoes!)

- when putting their names in all their new school clothing, show them and practice recognising it.

- when starting school many young children find it tiring so ensure you have a good bedtime routine that allows them to recharge their batteries with a full night’s sleep.

One question that I am often asked by parents who have summer born children is are they too young? Should I keep them at nursery until they are older? Reception classes are set up in much the same way as pre-school settings, with a curriculum that centres on the children learning through play-based activities. The first year of school is about making friends and feeling secure in the new environment so holding children back from this is likely to cause more problems than solve them.

With some preparation and encouragement most children will settle into school easily and be ready to continue their learning journey.

Derek Jordan, a solicitor at The Family Law Company, answers frequently asked questions on domestic abuse.

What does the term domestic abuse refer to?

Domestic abuse is defined as any incident or pattern of incidents of controlling, coercive, or threatening behaviour, violence or abuse between those aged sixteen or over who are, or have been, intimate partners or

be treated more harshly than those

Family Law Company in 2013 I quickly

without. So, a person convicted of

recognised Plymouth as a leading

assault on their intimate partner or a

example in the provision of domestic

family member may be more likely to

abuse services. The Plymouth Domestic

receive a custodial sentence than a

Abuse Service (PDAS) offers outstanding

person who has assaulted a stranger.

support and services to the victims of

How can family law help?

domestic abuse and their families and

Family law can protect victims

family members regardless of gender or

and children from domestic abuse

sexuality. The abuse can encompass,

and its effects. The court can put in

but is not limited to, psychological,

place protective orders known as

physical, sexual, financial and

Non-molestation Orders and regulate

emotional abuse.

the occupation of a home through

The awareness of domestic abuse

Occupation Orders. In the most urgent

and its effects on not only the victim

of cases, the court can make Non-

but their children (including unborn

molestation Orders without any notice

children) has grown in recent years.

to the alleged perpetrator – this means

We have seen improvements in the

that the victim and any children have

understanding of domestic abuse and

the protection of the order before the

the remedies available to the victims

perpetrator has the opportunity to

and others affected.

threaten or persuade the victim not to

Isn’t the law soft on perpetrators?

The approach of police, prosecuting authorities and criminal courts in relation

seek the protection of the court.

Hasn’t Legal Aid been cut?

Legal Aid is still available in family

to domestic abuse has been much in

law cases involving domestic abuse so

the news lately with a commitment

long as the client qualifies financially. The

that domestic abuse offences will be

qualifying criteria for Legal Aid in such

investigated and prosecuted more

cases was recently extended, a welcome

rigorously. From May 2018, offences

reversal of the recent trend for Legal Aid

with a domestic abuse element will

to be increasingly restricted. The rules for Legal Aid are still complex but a

Derek Jordan

specialist family law solicitor will help to identify whether a person qualifies.

Does Plymouth have much in the way of support to victims of domestic abuse?

I have been working on cases involving domestic abuse for over twenty years and when I joined The

the Plymouth Refuge provides safe accommodation to them. PDAS can be contacted on 01752 252033.

Plymouth City Council, through their Safer Plymouth initiative, supports the Domestic Abuse Advocacy Project (DAAP) which was created by my colleague Alexandra Boardman. The DAAP will, in certain circumstances, assist those who do not qualify financially for Legal Aid to apply for emergency protective orders. This was the first scheme of its kind in the country and has been the model for similar schemes elsewhere.

How can you be contacted?

The Family Law Company has a dedicated specialist team dealing with all issues of domestic abuse and related issues concerning children who may have been exposed to domestic abuse.

If you or anyone that you know may be suffering domestic abuse, seek advice and support as quickly as possible. You can contact me, Alexandra Boardman or Lisa McLaughlin on 01752 674999 or at HYPERLINK “mailto:enquiries@ thefamilylawco.com” enquiries@ thefamilylawco.com. Your initial appointment is free.

If there is an immediate risk of injury or harm, contact the police straight away.

KITCHEN MATTERS

How KF Kitchens made Christine’s dream come true After two years of searching with no success, Christine Sharpe from Plympton had almost given up hope of ever finding her dream kitchen – until local family-owned company KF Kitchens came to the rescue.

Christine visited showrooms across the South West in her quest, but it was a case of saving the best to last, when KF Kitchens came up trumps. Not only could they supply the kitchen she was looking for, but they also completed the installation with a high standard of customer service that made the experience “stress-free” for Christine and her husband, Russell.

“We travelled as far as Bristol, looking at showrooms, and we visited all the big DIY chains but none of them had what I wanted,” said Christine. “I knew the colour I was looking for and Russell had drawn up the plans, but we couldn’t find anywhere that would accommodate us with the design.

“Then we tried KF Kitchens, it was one of the last places we went into – and I’m so glad we did. We were very impressed by everyone there.

They weren’t pushy, they allowed us to look around the showroom at our leisure. “ After bringing home a selection of samples from the KF Kitchens showroom at Faraday Business Park, Christine and Russell opted for acrylic metallic blue gloss cupboards, with a grey Silestone worktop. Throughout the planning process, they were helped by KF Kitchens’ owners, Nathan and Derinda Damarell, and their team: “We had basically designed the kitchen ourselves and Nathan agreed that it would work well in the space,” said Christine.

“It meant changing the layout completely so that we had

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an open plan kitchen-diner-utility. We wanted the job done properly, which included taking away a wall and getting rid of the artexed ceiling.

“Everything is new,” added Christine, “the units and worktops, the floors, the appliances, the lighting and electrics, the skirting boards, the plastering and the painting.

And right from the start – from choosing the products and Nathan getting all the specifications – to the very end, when they cleared away all the rubbish – they’ve been brilliant to work with. There was no stress for us whatsoever.”

KF Kitchens commissioned the worktops from Plymouth company Mayflower Stone, who supplied and installed them: “They were brilliant, too,” said Christine.

Within six weeks of visiting the KF Kitchens showroom, the work to create Christine’s kitchen was under way. And, less than a month later, she had her dream kitchen: “It was four days before Christmas and I couldn’t have been happier!” said Christine, who chose in-built Neff appliances: “I had a free-standing oven before, so I’m enjoying having my two single Neff ovens at eye level.”

The biggest ‘ask’ from Christine was that she didn’t want traditional straight-edged worktops and units: “I wanted curved edges – and they’ve done a fabulous job.” She also wanted the utility room to feel part of the kitchen, while also being distinct: “Again, they’ve done that just the way we wanted.

“The entire kitchen now has a greater feeling of space and at the same time, I’ve got more storage because the cupboard space is much more efficient.” The feeling of space has been created by the streamlined design, the minimalist stainless steel handles, the oven with ‘slide

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and hide’ doors and the cupboards that have doors that can retract when open.

After her experience, Christine says she would have no hesitation in recommending KF Kitchens to others: “I was impressed with the whole process.

They were friendly, efficient, professional and reliable.

They kept me informed from start to finish and involved me in the process at all times. There were no hidden costs, so we had no nasty surprises at the end. They told us the ball-park figure at the start and the only times it increased was due to our choices to add certain items, such as the extra lighting. And that was entirely our choice. They never used hard-sell tactics or pushed us to add anything, so we were in control of our expenditure.

“And now I’ve got a beautiful kitchen, which is also a real addition to our home.”

Christine’s dream kitchen from KF Kitchens – the full spec: Kitchen: Acrylic metallic blue gloss cabinets with matching end panels, radius posts and concave doors, creating smooth curve. LED under-cabinet lighting.

Worktop: Marengo 20mm by Silestone, supplied and installed

by Mayflower Stone.

Appliances: 2 X Neff ovens with slide and hide oven door, telescopic rails and pyrolytic self-cleaning.

1 x 600mm Neff Flex induction hob.

1 x built-in Neff Microwave.

1 x remote-control ceiling hood with LED lighting.

Sinks & taps: 2 x Blanco Silgranit undermount sinks in rock grey colour.

1 x Blanco Arti quarter turn mixer tap in chrome.

1 x Quooker Fusion instant boiling water tap chrome.

Flooring: Karndean.

Contact Nathan and Derinda at KF Kitchens to make your dream kitchen come true.

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PROPERTY MATTERS

Forget the A-Team...meet the M-Team – and some other heroes for hire too!

Mansbridge Balment Plymouth is packing some punch into its latest promotional campaign with the help of a smash hit TV series from the 80s.

The undercover A-Team captured the imagination of viewers as every week, a band of fugitives wanted for a crime they didn’t commit, were available for hire to deliver justice for the little guy.

The M-team are available for hire too, but they are on a mission to sell your home where other agents have failed to deliver.

Statistics have already proved that, like Col John ‘Hannibal’ Smith and his boys, the M-Team are perfect for their particular job.

In 2016, Mansbridge Balment’s two Plymouth branches agreed sales on more than £10 million worth of properties that had failed to sell with other agents.

Now the M-Team campaign is looking to build on that successful track record.

Billboard posters, leaflets and media adverts have been produced featuring a Mansbridge Balment pimped version of the A-Team’s famous black, transport van.

Chris Mervyn, branch and marketing manager at the agency’s Plymouth City Office, said the campaign would be a lot of fun, but it carried a very valid sales message too.

“We have been extremely successful in recent years in

Heroes 4 Hire (from left) John Stephenson, Tony Carlton, branch manager Mansbridge and Balment Plymouth North Office, Nigel Blanchard founder and chief executive of Heroes4Hire and Ian Rosevear

securing a sale for those customers who didn’t get the right result from other agents,” said Chris.

“We are a lot easier to hire than the A Team too, thanks to seven days a week opening at both our Plymouth branches.”

Meanwhile, they may not be Vietnam vets like the A-Team, but ex-servicemen in Plymouth who are part of a veterans only handyman service taking the UK by storm are teaming up with the agency for the benefit of its clients.

Former Royal Navy man John Stephenson and Ian Rosevear, who served in the Army, are with Heroes4Hire, which has a collaboration with the agency to offer customers access to a variety of property related trades, for repairs and other services.

Heroes4Hire helps veterans pursue a new career opportunity as handymen, delivering a range of services, including painting and decorating, plumbing, carpentry, tiling, plastering and brickwork.

Ian, who lives in Plymouth, said: “It’s a fantastic company to work for, just like being in the army – only you don’t get shot at!”

Tony Carlton, branch manager at the Plymouth North Office in Woolwell, said Heroes4Hire is already working with a number of leading estate agency brands nationally, offering their services to both sales and lettings customers.

He believes they could offer real added value for clients of both Mansbridge Balment’s Plymouth North and City Offices.

Green means go for seven-day opening at eco The eco-homes development at Roborough Park, Plymouth is now open seven days a week between 10am and 5pm to cope with the growing demand from eager house hunters.

Developers behind the scheme on the northern outskirts of Plymouth, which is raising the bar for sustainable housing excellence, says it is the busiest of its current 11 UK sites.

Over 500 visitors have viewed the development since it was first launched in August last year and more than 20 reservations have been taken by Mansbridge Balment’s Plymouth North Office, which is acting as sole marketing agents for the development.

Branch director Kevin Buckingham said that the current five days a week opening wasn’t enough to cope with the interest

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the high class, energy efficient homes is generating.

“We need to add the two days to meet the demand and we have even taken on an extra member of staff to help deal with all the enquiries,” said Kevin.

“The combination of contemporary styling and unbeatable green credentials of these eco-friendly properties have really captured the imagination, particularly as we are working with a developer that has set the benchmark for this type of scheme.”

Recognised as one of the leading sustainable property specialists, Zero C has a total of 91 homes at the site, some of which were reserved before building work even got underway.

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ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS and SOLAR SYSTEMS “As we have a very strong services connection here in Plymouth, it is the perfect fit for us,” said Tony.

“Heroes4Hire is a very professional brand, which already has considerable experience in the property sector, so we are extremely confident in recommending their services to our customers.”

Launched in April 2017, Heroes4Hire is the brainchild of former RAF serviceman Nigel Blanchard, founder and chief executive of the company.

Nigel realised there was a gap in the market for a professional, handyman service built on the values of the armed forces and trialled the scheme initially in the North West of England, where he currently lives.

Ian, 35, and 52-year-old John, who lives in Newquay, Cornwall, are now part of a 45 strong team of handymen working under three area managers, covering the North West, East Midlands, South England, as well as the South West.

“Plymouth is a good area to set up given the city’s association with service personnel and our target is to have a 100 veterans across the UK on board by the end of the year, both men and women” said Nigel.

“When people leave the service it tends to be that sense of family that they really miss and what we have been able to do with Heroes4Hire is to create a new family for them to be a part of. It does feel like more of a family than a company.”

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o-homes development – and all boast the highest predicted rating for both their energy efficiency and impact on the environment.

Features include windows that are triple glazed, independent heat zones and solar panels are also available.

Prospective purchasers can take advantage of the Government’s Help to Buy scheme and each property has a 10-year builder’s guarantee.

“With the Government’s Clean Growth Plan aiming to radically cut C02 emissions, high quality energy efficient homes like those at Roborough Park will play a key role in helping Ministers achieve their targets,” said Kevin.

“There is clearly an appetite for sustainable living and we are delighted to be playing such a key role in what will surely be a continuing success story,” added Kevin. www.cornerstonevision.com

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ART MATTERS

Why is Andrew ‘Cosmic Egg’ on at Buckland Ab Visitors to Buckland Abbey will find something unexpected in the Great Barn this year. Sitting in the middle of the floor will be an enormous, glittering egg, created by sculptor and artist, Andrew Logan.

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The monumental sculpture, which will be on display in the historic barn until September 23, is four metres high and was commissioned by the Greater London Council for Peace Year in 1983.

Usually on display at the Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture in Wales the Cosmic Egg this is a rare chance for locals to Buckland Abbey to see this beautiful piece. The egg reflects themes of spring rebirth and of course Easter. As a focus for reflection it also seems right to host the Cosmic Egg in a place chosen over 700 years ago by Cistercian monks as perfect for prayer and contemplation.

The promise and celebration of the birth of life, peace and harmony comprised in the egg form meant the Cosmic Egg was a perfect symbol for Peace Year in 1983. It offered a form that could encompass the spiritual and mental world: the guiding forces in human nature, the excitement of space.

The egg is viewed by many as the universal symbol of the life principle and the mirrored shell of this egg represents cosmic time and space swirling to reflect the world today.

James Breslin, Buckland Abbey’s house & visitor experience manager said: “We are thrilled to continue working with an artist of Andrew Logan’s calibre and to bring his work to Buckland. Hosting his iconic Cosmic Egg is a perfect final flourish of the Art of Reflection exhibition. We hope our visitors will be surprised, inspired, and perhaps even challenged, by discovering the Cosmic Egg sculpture in the tranquil and unique setting of Buckland.”

Andrew Logan has said: “Everything starts with an egg, you start the day with an egg, you can go to work on an egg, we are even born from an egg, except this egg is a cosmic egg.

“It is very difficult to conceive the universe. You can’t see it, yet it is all around you; so vast you can only begin to come to terms with it through mathematics, or art.’

“It is a joy working with Buckland Abbey and drawing inspiration from its great beauty, peace and tranquility, resting in the Devon hills and so full of history’.

National Trust contemporary art programme manager Grace Davies said: “For over five years visitors have been coming to experience Trust New Art, our rich and diverse program of contemporary arts at properties across the country inspired by National Trust places.

“Continuing the spirit of Trust New Art, this vibrant exhibition by Andrew Logan shines a new light on Buckland Abbey, giving visitors the opportunity to experience contemporary creativity that is rooted in our unique heritage.”

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For opening times and further more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/buckland or contact Buckland Abbey on 01822 853607.

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Sculptor Andrew Logan and his monumental Cosmic Egg

Divorce in a Digital Era and the Duty of Disclosure In an era of technological evolution, the emphasis on our duty to make a full financial disclosure in financial proceedings is even more important. There is a requirement for both parties to disclose all assets even those unusual items such as paintings, or unique artwork and in this digital age, we also have to consider assets Alice Blackmore such as Bitcoins.

What are Bitcoins?

Bitcoins are a digital currency known as a cryptocurrency and are held electronically in a decentralised system meaning no one and no government controls it. The investment in Bitcoin is ever increasing and it is likely that they will become a far more common asset in divorce proceedings.

How are Bitcoins treated?

Bitcoins will be treated like any other asset in proceedings. In most cases where the parties have been in a long marriage, the Courts of England and Wales adopt the

‘sharing principle’ and will share the assets which have accrued throughout the length of marriage however, this is only a starting point and can be departed from depending on a number of factors. Therefore, in theory, the Court will have to consider the value of Bitcoin and account for its value when trying to assess the appropriate financial settlement. However, as Bitcoins are a relatively new financial instrument, there is no clear guidance from the courts on this.

Effects of non-disclosure There is an ongoing duty to disclose details of your assets in a divorce but unfortunately there are some parties who make a concerted effort to try and hide their assets so they are not able to be taken into consideration.

The nature of Bitcoin means that users can transfer money directly from one person to another without a bank or government authority and as a result Bitcoin has been viewed as an asset with potential to be hidden in divorce proceedings.

If a divorce settlement concludes only for

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it to later emerge that an asset or assets that should have been disclosed weren’t and as a result, one party is disadvantaged then they could ask the court to set aside the original order. Or if for example, it is late in the proceedings that the asset emerges the court may order that party to pay the costs that have been wasted due to nondisclosure.

Attempting to hide assets of any kind will result in that party being in contempt of court and every effort will be made to ensure the parties are truthful about their assets. However, in this digital age it is likely we will see a greater variety of unusual assets which will require a specific skill to track down.

Divorce proceedings are complicated. At Wolferstans, we have a specialist family law team who can guide you through the process and ensure that you receive a fair financial settlement. If you think we can assist you, call Leah Dawkins on 01752 292288 or James Ronnie on 01752 292313.

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TRAVEL MATTERS

So-called ‘sun bed tax’ sparks controversy in the travel industry Nothing ever fails to surprise me in the travel industry these days; not least the costing structure of package holidays.

It really doesn’t seem that long ago that, when booking a holiday, you could expect to check in your baggage, choose your seat, enjoy an in-flight meal and be transferred to your accommodation...all included within the package price!

More recently however, many of these ‘elements’ that we took for granted as part of a holiday package are considered as extras and charged for accordingly.

It has seemingly enabled tour operators to boost profits by adding a margin to each chargeable product or service as they are constantly looking at new ideas and optional extras to offer.

Thomas Cook have recently announced that holidaymakers travelling to a selection of their hotels will be able to pay in advance to reserve a sun bed for the duration of their holiday at a cost of £22 per person per week.

By Travel This latest idea has sparked a huge reaction and difference of opinion in the travel industry; some are calling it a step too far and effectively labeling it as a ‘sun bed tax’ while others are commending them for offering clients greater choice and the facility to guarantee their place by the pool.

As a travel agent, I can see both sides of the debate and I strongly believe that this is a very personal choice that will only appeal to certain individuals.

I can distinctly remember travelling on holiday with a young family when both of my children were under 10 years old and having to wake up very early in the morning to reserve sun beds near the pool with a parasol.

It was obviously more of an issue in some resorts than others, but essential to do as we needed to secure a shaded area with two young children and there was often simply not enough loungers or parasols to go around.

On those occasions, I would have happily paid to reserve sun beds in advance to avoid the ‘walk of shame’ at 7am in a race to beat other families to those prized positions.

Now that our children have left home and my wife and I holiday alone, I would be very reluctant to pay to reserve sun beds and I probably wouldn’t travel to a resort where this was deemed necessary.

There has been a great deal of comment and controversial opinion about this idea since it was unveiled a few weeks ago.

Many valid questions have been asked such as, how will I know if my sun bed is actually in the sun for the best part of the day and what will happen if someone occupies my sun bed and refuses to vacate it?

To summarise, I think in principle it is a good idea, particularly for young families but the procedure needs more clarity as it could be vulnerable to certain problems. I would be interested to hear readers views on this matter so please get in touch.

Expert While the travel industry has witnessed the introduction of some great ideas, which have effectively become payable (albeit optional) extras, there have also been some deeply unpopular ones.

Like many others, I particularly resent the idea of having to pay what can be a considerable amount of extra money to select a specific seat on the aircraft when I have already paid for the flight. I feel that this is the most unfair and least justifiable charge of all.

A recent study conducted by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) concluded that air passengers could collectively be paying an extra £400 million per year in charges for allocated seating.

The research, covering more than 4,000 passengers who had flown as part of a group of two or more people in the last twelve months, found that an average of 18% were separated when they did not pay extra to be seated together. The study found the biggest culprits for separating couples and families were Ryanair (35%) followed by Emirates (22%). while Virgin Atlantic separated 18% of it’s passengers, Jet2 a slightly better 16% with British Airways, easyjet and Thomas Cook Airlines all at 15%. Only 12% of travellers using Flybe or TUI Airways (formerly Thomson) faced being split up on the flight for not having paid to reserve particular seats.

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The CAA subsequently launched a review demanding more information from airlines about allocated seating practices with a primary objective to establish whether consumers are being treated fairly and whether pricing policies are transparent.

The most annoying aspect of this whole controversial policy over seat allocation appears to be that if you do not pay to pre-book your seat, airlines seem to deliberately allocate you seats apart and/or in the most unpopular location on board the aircraft.

For example, a single passenger on a long haul flight would most likely be given a middle seat in a row of three or four, which is inevitably less comfortable and more inconvenient.

If travelling as a family, particularly with children, I find it totally unacceptable that you are allocated seats in different rows and I think most passengers would not be very happy about this.

However, most airlines appear to do this on the basis that people will feel forced into paying the seat allocation fee to avoid this, rather than merely offering this as part of the service.

As you can see from the percentage figures I have quoted above, not all airlines are practicing making our travel experience more difficult; there are some notable exceptions who still offer free seat selection or who will always attempt to seat groups together despite the fact that they may not have paid a seat selection fee.

Travellers can therefore protest against the worst culprits in the airline industry by refusing to fly with them and thus forcing a policy change!

Finally, as I write this months article Karen Henderson, our longest serving member of staff, is on a fabulous educational to Australia. Karen has been to many parts of the world before but this is her first time to Australia. Look out for her article in next months issue on her thoughts and experiences on her first trip ‘down under’.

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LEGAL MATTERS

Expert advice from Roper James helped former dockyard worker to receive compensation Ray Jones worked in Devonport Dockyard for more than 40 years - and it eventually cost him his life.

After starting work at the age of 15, Ray had a number of different jobs at the dockyard, including working on naval ships stripping lagging.

It was here that he was exposed to asbestos, but at the time little was known about the devastating effect this could have in later life.

Ray took early retirement at the age of 59 and then kept himself busy and active. He was generally fit and well - until March 2016 when he was diagnosed with mesothelioma at the age of 75.

Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer, which develops in the lining of the lungs and is closely linked to asbestos exposure.

Hundreds of former dockyard workers have been affected by the condition and millions of pounds of compensation have been paid to the victims.

Ray’s family were obviously devastated by the news. His daughter Debbie said: “We were told that dad’s condition was incurable and inoperable and that he had about a year to live.

“We obviously wanted to make the most of the time he had left and received advice on the palliative care available as well

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as the possibility of claiming compensation.”

Debbie turned to Roper James Solicitors, who are specialists in claims arising from the workplace. She knew the company well because she managed an office complex at the time in Cattedown where Roper James were then located.

“I got to know Tim Roper and the other members of the team well and knew that they had an excellent reputation for their professionalism and experience,” said Debbie.

Tim, who is one of the directors of Roper James said: “I was instructed by Debbie to act for her father in the personal injury claim when he developed mesothelioma as a consequence of being negligently exposed to asbestos while working at the dockyard.

“Sadly it is a very common story for Plymothians - a terrible disease which is terminal. As Raymond’s diagnosis was poor I pulled out all the stops to ensure his claim was settled during his life time,” he added.

Debbie added: “The MOD eventually admitted liability and Roper James were successful in securing substantial compensation in a short space of time.

“The compensation meant that we had the resources to provide comfort and care for my father in the last few months of his life. In fact he remained well until February last year when his health started to deteriorate. We had been able to

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In happier times...Ray Jones pictured with his daughter Debbie (second from right) and her daughters Brooke and Demi

spend quality time with him, including trips to London and other excursions.”

Raymond sadly passed away in May last year, having spent the last few months living with Debbie and her family in Hartley.

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By Derek Anderson of Plymouth Garden Centre Now is the perfect time of year to get started in your vegetable garden. The worst of the cold weather is behind us and it’s time to get going again.

Start by digging over the soil in your beds to break it up and incorporate plenty of fresh, organic matter, such as compost or composted farm yard manure.

Dig in a balanced fertiliser to enrich the soil such as Fish, Blood and Bone, Growmore or Chicken Manure Pellets. If you are growing in containers, empty out the old compost and add fresh.

Preparing the ground or container is the first and most important step to ensuring success and a bumper crop.

Having healthy, fertile soil is the best start your plants can get. It’s the key to strong, healthy and tasty plants, do that part right and all you’ll have to do throughout the growing season is keep your plants well-watered and given the occasional feed.

If you are creating a bed from scratch or only have space for a few pots, then selecting the area in which to grow your fruit and vegetables is hugely important. The best spot in the garden for growing, will be the sunniest, most sheltered spot you have.

Vegetable plants tend to be mostly annual plants, so grow from seed to maturity in a relatively short space of time and this requires a lot of energy. The more sunlight they have, the better they’ll grow. Being sheltered from damaging spring winds will help to protect the plants when they are young and delicate.

Once you have your chosen spot and the ground or pots are prepared, the next job will be choosing what to grow. This can seem overwhelming as there are so many different varieties of each type of fruit and vegetable and so many to choose from.

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is simply only grow what you’ll eat. There’s no point in growing every type of vegetable there is to grow if you don’t like them.

They’ll only go to waste and they will be taking up valuable space that could have otherwise been used to grow something you do like.

Another piece of advice I’ll offer is avoid growing things that take up a lot of space for a long time that produce very little yield, Photo: Fotolia such as main crop potatoes, parsnips and Brussel sprouts. On the subject of space, if you only have a small patch or a few pots and want maximum yield from your crops then I’d recommend cut and come again crops.

Plants such as runner beans, French beans, peas and broad beans can be picked on a weekly basis and still continue to produce more. Cut and come again lettuce, perpetual spinach, rocket, chard and kale are fantastic leafy greens for repeat harvesting. With tomatoes, cucumber, courgettes, chillies and peppers, the more you pick, the more they crop.

Other space saving ideas for growing fruits and vegetables include companion planting.

Tomatoes have been traditionally grown in grow bags for years and this has always proved to be pretty reliable, but they can also be grown up bamboo canes in large pots. Either way is productive, but don’t let the soil at the feet of the tomato plants go to waste, plant that space up with strawberries.

They enjoy the same growing conditions and feeding regime as tomatoes, or alternatively, what goes great with tomatoes? Basil! Grow basil at the feet of your tomatoes and pick together at the same time for a tasty treat. You can also grow strawberries at the base of fruit bushes to maximise your growing space.

Window boxes are great for growing salads in. For example, a 60cm (2ft) window box is perfect for growing an entire salad with cut and come again lettuce, spring onions, tomatoes and radish. This is a quick and easy project that can be cropped from a few weeks and kept going throughout summer. Once the radishes and spring onions have been cropped, they can

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Hanging baskets are actually surprisingly effective for growing certain crops. Herbs will grow very well in baskets, while bush and trailing tomatoes such as ‘Tumbling Tom’ and ‘Totem’ both do well in baskets.

Strawberries are great in baskets, and are high enough off the ground that slugs and snails can’t eat the fruit, and for the same reason, lettuces perform excellently in hanging baskets because they are out of the reach of slugs and snails. Dwarf chillies, such as the Bird’s Eye types also do really well in hanging baskets: just make sure you feed them and water them regularly.

Fruit bushes, such as blueberries and cranberries, grown in pots can be very successful, especially those that require different soil types which your garden may not have such. They both require damp, ericaceous soil, which is easily achievable in a pot. They also need a position in dabbled shade, so can be moved around in their pots until the perfect spot is found. Thanks to new breeding techniques , dwarf varieties of raspberry and blackberry are now available and both are perfect for pot growing and for small areas. They are thornless and only grow to a height and spread of 90cm (3’). Larger growing trees such as apples, pears, cherries and plums can be grown in pots if they have been grafted onto dwarfing or semi-dwarfing root stocks. These will only grow to modest sizes and are perfect for small gardens.

If space is really tight and you still want to grow fruit trees, then espaliered fruit trees could be the solution. These are fruit trees on dwarf root stocks trained to be grown flat against a wall. They take up minimal space, can be grown very happily in a pot and are surprisingly productive.

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