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Atherington Argus August 2017: Free to residents of Atherington Parish: Vol 9 No. 8

Stilt Walker - Summer Fete – Saturday 1st July

Editorial We are now well into the holiday season and the weather is up to its usual tricks with the start of the rainy season traditionally accompanying the start of the School holidays. This will be a great disappointment to those relying on the tourist trade as it was framing up to be a bumper year for visitors. One cruel blow is the cancelation of the North Devon Show due to the wet weather, the show attracts a huge number of visitors and is an opportunity to showcase the best of what the area offers to visitors and locals alike. Still as you will see our own show – The Atherington Summer Fete was blessed with good weather and was a great success. On behalf of the village I give a huge vote of thanks to the organisers.

Last month I was fortunate enough to attend a meeting where the Speaker was Roy Foster from the village. He gave a very interesting and enlightening talk about Fraud and he has been kind enough to precis his talk in an article which we publish in these pages. Thanks Roy for your time and effort.

David Large - Editor

Atherington Summer Fete A Note of thanks...

Atherington Summer Fete and Dog Show took place on Saturday 1st July. The weather was good, the volunteers were great and the entertainment was fabulous! Thanks to The Torrington Silver band for the pleasant music. Star and Abi at Higher beings were great at keeping the crowds amused during the stilt walking performances and the Ariel hoop display. We also thank the Vintage Vehicle owners and Harold who co-ordinates and encourages their attendance.

We raised £1050.87. As always the volunteers who work before and after the event need to be thanked. We wish to extend our thanks to the sponsorship we received from local businesses and individuals who allow us to purchase, beg and borrow equipment and valuable resources!

Our Dog Show was kindly sponsored by NWF, Pickards Country stores, So Country, Daisy Park and Claire Large. The Raffle had a generous quantity of items and vouchers and donations from individuals and 13 regional businesses, this included; a Picnic set from Tesco, Cheese Hamper form North Tawton creamery, Vouchers for a meal at The Bell Chittlehampton and various discount vouchers for Children’s theme parks, superstores and entertainment. We wish to thank Tesco stores at Ilfracombe, Rose Lane and Severn Brethren, Morrisons Bideford, RHS Rosemoor, Dartington Crystal, Quince Honey Farm, Mole Valley Farmers, Milkyway adventure Park and The Big Sheep.

Thanks to Steve Webber for allowing us the use of his field for parking. I’m sure you will all agree without the extra parking space the event would not be possible.

Congratulations to Mike Clark and David Blower, this year’s Egg throwing champions Marcus Milton for winning the ‘hanging the knickers’ game Martin with Joe, Overall dog Show Champion Sarah Cooper Hon Secretary Atherington Childrens Playing Field

Crafty Beginnings and Other stuff.

A New Club in the Pavilion, every Thursday through Term Time. 2pm - 4pm A programme of crafts you always wanted to try but never got round to. English Patchwork, Crochet, Flower Arranging, Cross Stitch. Knitting. And other stuff! Local history, Family history, Memory books History walks and talks.

No enrolment fees £4 each session inc. Tea and biscuit. 1st session English Patchwork, Sept.7th 2017 Ring Maureen Beauchamp 07999 445489

Congratulations to Andrew and Becca on the birth of Amelia Jane on 26th July. They will shortly be completing the renovations on their house in Coronation Cottages and we wish them well in their new life in the village as one of a growing number of young families.

Lots of Fun and Enjoyment at the first of the Summers Pavilion Open Days on 26th July

Summer Holiday Pavilion Open mornings Wednesday 09th August, 16th August 10.00am – 12.00pm at Atherington Children's Playing Field Entrance fee - £2 per child and £1 per sibling

Refreshments and snacks for sale Range of activities each week - sports, water play, messy play, cooking activities, outdoor activities - including creating a bug hotel!

THE 2017 ARGUS SUNFLOWER COMPETITION Judging will take place on Sunday 27th August don’t forget to let us know if you have a plant that you would like to be measured – contact Jo in the Shoppe

The UK’s fastest growing crime—FRAUD Before retiring in 2011, I was a Fraud Investigator for the Government and Local Government for 32years. This involved the prevention, detection and prosecution of benefit fraudsters.

The victims of this were taxpayers.

For the past 2 years I have been a volunteer with Devon & Cornwall Police, visiting victims of fraud, for the Victim Care Unit. Fraud on the individual is much more personal, and in some cases devastating. Life savings have been lost in many cases, causing mental health issues, marital breakups, depression, and suicide.

Recent research carried out by Citizens Advice, Action Fraud, and the Police; found that 6.9 million victims had been targeted by conmen in just one week! The list of scams is endless, but to highlight a few of the most common ones.      

Online banking, cards, cheques, ATM scams Romance scams Phone scams Email scams Mailing scams Doorstep scams.

I have met victims who have been subject to all of these in the past 2 years, and in most cases thousands of pounds have been lost.

We cannot be complacent, thinking “it will never happen to me”. Many of the victims have been professional people in high profile jobs. A doctor recently lost £130k on a property scam.

I would like to pass on some advice of how you can hopefully avoid falling into these scams.

The first rule is never respond to unsolicited approaches, by phone, email, or on the doorstep.

If you have not “asked for it” then you don’t want, or need it.

If you do online banking then protect your account as you would your home, car or other valuables, insure it with a good internet software protection. Free ones give very limited protection.

Good protection can be obtained from one of the well known providers for £20 to £40 per year. I hope you would agree a small outlay for peace of mind.

Don’t trust Wi-Fi “Hotspots” in supermarkets, cafes, or holiday sites, they may be insecure.

Avoid paying for goods or services by Direct Bank Transfer, it can be very difficult to trace, should it all go wrong. Paying by debit or credit card is safer.

Be very careful not to reveal too much personal or financial info in emails, on social network, or dating sites.

Do not let anyone have remote control of your computer on the pretext of “cleaning it up” or “sorting out a problem”.

If you feel you have been a victim of a fraud scam, do not be embarrassed or feel stupid.

Devon & Cornwall police’s Victim Care Unit will give you all the practical and emotional support and advice you need. They can be reached on 01392 475900.

Space within this arena does not permit me to give further advice on this complex and ever changing subject. New scams are discovered daily. However, I am happy to take phone calls or emails in confidence on behalf of D & C Police if anyone has further concerns, or needs advice.

Roy Foster Tel 01769 561269 Email roy.foster@hotmail.co.uk

Community Activities Maureen Beauchamp contacted The Argus with her excellent idea for a “Craft and Other Stuff” group and this started me thinking of what other activities we could start in the village.

How about         

A Wine Club A Gardening Club Photography Group Community Choir Walking Football Short Mat Bowls Gourmet Club Art Group Computing for the uninitiated

I am sure there could be many more. Use the Argus as a sounding board if you think you would like to get involved. We don’t expect all of the above to become viable activities in the village but who knows? If anybody is interested just let us know and we can put you in touch with others who are keen to get involved.

Email: argus@atherington.freeuk.com

or phone David on 01769 560556

Music on a Summers Evening Featuring Majestic Blue – Devon’s Premier Party Band

Saturday 12th August 6.30pm @ Atherington Children's Playing Field in the Marquee £8 per person. £4 per child age 5-16yrs and Family ticket £20.

B.Y.O picnic and tipple. Soft/hot drinks available. Ticket Sales – @ The Shoppe 560248 or atheringtoncpf@hotmail.com This Dance Band plays music for all ages and genres so it will be an Evening for all to enjoy, let’s make sure we make it an Evening to Remember (for all the right reasons) with great support from the whole Community, don’t leave it to the last minute – get your tickets now!

All Proceeds to Atherington Children’s Playing Field.

Atherington & Umberleigh WI Trip to the Royal William Yard, Plymouth Wednesday September 6th Leaving Umberleigh Village Hall @ 8:30 am Arriving back @ approximately 6:30 pm Limited seats £10 per person (This trip to Plymouth is open to members and other local residents) Call Maureen Beauchamp 01769 560576 or 07999445489

Local Bus Timetable - Operated by Turners Tours Route 325 Monday to Friday other than service marked T,Th,F which operates Tuesday, Thursday and Friday No Service on Saturday, Sunday or Bank Holidays Atherington - Barnstaple Atherington Church (Eastbound) Bishops Tawton, Mount Pleasant (Northwest bound) Sticklepath, Old Torrington Road (Northbound) Barnstaple, Bus Station (Stand B)

08:19 08:32 08:50 08:55

T,Th,F 10:19 10:32 10:40

Barnstaple - Atherington Barnstaple, Bus Station (Stand B) Sticklepath Hill (Eastbound) Bishops Tawton, The Bridge (Southeast bound) Atherington Post Office

T,Th,F 13.30 13.40 13.51

16.30 16.40 16.55 17.06

Train Timetable Operated by Great Western Railway Monday to Friday Exeter Umberleigh Barnstaple

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Saturday Exeter Umberleigh Barnstaple Barnstaple Umberleigh Exeter

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Sunday Exeter Umberleigh Barnstaple

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The B3227 will be closed at Springfield between the A377 junction and Atherington on 3rd & 4th August and there will be roadworks between Bonds Farm and Andrews Park on B3217 controlled by Traffic Lights from 2nd to 7th August

YEAR PLANNER: - FUTURE EVENTS IN THE VILLAGE August onwards

Wednesday 9th Aug, 16th Aug, 23rd Aug – Pavilion Open Mornings (ACPF) Saturday 12th August – Party in the park – Music and village picnic In the Pavilion and on the Playing field Saturday 9th September – Ride & Stride, Coffee and Lunch in the Church Hall (CHURCH) Saturday 21st October – Soups & Puds, Church Hall (CHURCH) *Tbc – Fri 27th Oct Halloween Coffee Morning (ACPF) Saturday 4th Nov – Fireworks and Bonfire night (ACPF) Saturday 2nd December – Christmas Fayre in the Pavilion (CHURCH) If you have other dates for Events in the village and want to avoid a clash with others, let us know and we will add them to this list. Having it on this list will help with your marketing as well.

Hire of one of Atherington’s Halls For availability and rates contact:St Mary’s Parish Church Hall – Mrs Margaret Maidlow 01769 560498 The Pavilion – in the Playing Field – Mrs Alison Montague 01769 560529

What’s on This Month

Ladies Tea Circle - Each Wednesday afternoon rotating each week around Members’ homes.

St Mary’s Parish Church Vicar: Rev. M. Clark, Tel 01769 560870. www.tworiversteam.org.uk Services: Sunday, 6th August - 6.30 p.m. - Holy Communion in the Church Sunday, 13th August – 11.00 a.m. – Family Service in the Church Hall Sunday, 27th August – 6.30 p.m. – Holy Communion in the Church

Umberleigh Christian Fellowship – The Church by the Bridge Contact Brian and Mary Burgess 01769 560057 Every Sunday at 11 am, Morning Service and Sunday School.

Everyone Welcome

Mobile Library. In the Square Tuesday 8th August 3:05 – 3.35

WI

- Contact Margaret Maidlow – 01769 560498 Visitors always welcome

Luncheon Club: Thursday 24th August – The Jack Russell - Swimbridge Contact Tony Squires on 01769 560489 for information.

Parish Council Meeting – Tues 15th August – The Church Hall Contact Parish Clerk, Terry Squire on 01598 710526 or District Councillor and Parish Council Chairman, Walter White 01769 560303

Atherington Businesses Directory

Ashwood Joinery - Martin Huggins –01769 561154 Atherington Acorns Playgroup – Wednesday – Rebecca Leach – 01769 560685 Avon Lady - Linda Brayley – 01769 560572 Chantry Nursery – Mr Martin, 01769 560347 General Builder – Tim Rose, 01769 560410 Hartwood Tree Surgery – Tree and Garden Work - Anthony Hart. 07766 833160 HC Rosettes – Rosettes for Shows, Gymkhanas, Birthdays & other Occasions - Claire Large 01769 560556 Daisy Park - Emma Paisey 01769 579077, www.daisypark.co.uk Ian Rose – Thatcher 01769 560031 Large Chartered Accountants – Margaret, 01769 560556, www.largecharteredaccountants.co.uk Minxy Moo – Hair and Beauty – Becca Miller – 07702 792598 Painter and Decorator Dave Scott – 01769 560758: Pet Shop 2 Go – Pet Products and Accessories www.petshop2go.co.uk 01769 736637 Smithy Hair Salon – Alison 01769 560046: Sports Massage Therapist - Abi Hanafin – 07866 686021 Village Shoppe and Post Office, Chris and Jo Hart. 01769 560248

Atherington Pavilion Project, Jenny Boyce 01769 560404 Safer Atherington Streets Group – www.saferatheringtonstreets.org.uk Atherington Conservation Area – www.athconv.wordpress.com

News Gatherer and Co-ordinator, Jo Hart 01769 560248: Editor, David Large 01769 560556 Email: argus@atherington.freeuk.com Printed and produced in house at Atherington Facebook Group: Atherington Community page © Atherington Argus 2017, All Rights Reserved The Atherington Argus is a not for profit community news publication supported by voluntary contributions Articles about News and Events in Atherington are accepted for publication in person at the Village Shoppe or in digital format (Word or pdf) to our email address

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