EX33 - July 2023

Newsround tra - All The News - page 4

perience - Braunton Women’s FC - page 8

plained - Live Well in Braunton - pages 12/13

perience - Care for Kids Barnstaple 10K - page 16

plained - The Ramblers - page 18

the boys n t door - The Braunton Neighbourhood Police Team - page 21

perience - Floating Bye - page 23

perience - Kids Page - page 24

perience - Devon Cruisers Wheels Weekender page 27

plained - Dogs Trust Ilfracombe Appeal - page 28/29

The Braunton press - pages 32/33

perience - Braunton Wheels - page 34

plained - July at Studio Kind - page 36

The Dog N t Door - Eclipse - page 41

plained - Alan Titchmarsh - page 43

perience - Rick Stein’s Butterflied Lamb - page 44

The cat n t door - Biba - page 46

plained Women’s World Cup 2023 pages 48/49

plained

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Braunton Travis Perkins For all your building & landscaping projects Open for trade & non trade

Monday to Friday 7.30am - 5.00pm Saturday 8.00am - 12.00

BRAUNTON & DISTRICT U3A

Monthly meeting in the Parish Hall - Tuesday 4th July - A talk by member Joan Ainsworth‘The Myths and Mayhems of a driving test’. Entry £2 includes tea/coffee and a biscuit. Members only, for more information on U3A activities check the U3A website or Facebook page.

BRAUNTON LIBRARY

Every Monday 10.30am to 11:15 Mini Readers - Under 5's, read a story and have a sing song and craft. Term time only. Every other Monday Crochet & coffee 2-4pm, enquire in library for details.

Tuesday Lego Club 3.30 - 4.30pm

Wednesday’s Sing and Shine under 5’s 10-11am, Stay & Play 11-12.

Creative Writing second Wednesday of the month 1-3pm

Thursdays Adult Choir 9.30 - 10.30am

Fridays Art Box 3.30 - 4.30pm £1

Saturdays Lego Club 10.30 - 12.15am Reading groups please ask for details.

Volunteers required to help with Library Extra opening, 2 hours a month would make a difference. Need help with your laptop, tablet or phone Thursdays from 10.30, booking required. Other activities and events are all advertised on our Facebook page and website

THE BRAUNTON MUSEUM AND INFORMATION

The museum is actively seeking volunteers to become Trustees, Archivists / Researchers and General Volunteers. Please call 01271 816688 if you are interested.

BRAUNTON FUNDRAISING GROUP FOR CANCER RESEARCH UK

The recent coffee morning realised a total of £370. Thank you for your continued support. Look for us at the Big Summer Bash on 5th August. We shall be marketing our range of Christmas Cards! A new raffle for us, win the contents of the wheelbarrow, hope to see you there.

CHRISTIAN AID

Collections from all the Braunton churches, together with Marwood, Combe Martin, Georgeham and Muddiford, amounted to £740. This added to the proceeds of the Plant Sale has realised a total of £1181. Thank you!

BRAUNTON PARKINSON’S CAFE

Second Monday of the month at the Vivian Moon Centre, Chaloners Road, Braunton, EX33 2ES - 10.30 -12noon. A Parkinson’s Cafe is specifically for people with Parkinson’s, their partners, carers, family and friends to meet together for a cuppa and a chat in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. It is organised by volunteers from Parkinson’s UK and the Rotary Club of Braunton Caen. Please join us for a chat and the opportunity to make new friends. Contact Sarah on 01271 816150 or just turn up.

THE ROTARY CLUB OF BRAUNTON CAEN MEMORY CAFÉ

Last Wednesday of the month at the Vivian Moon Centre, Chaloners Road, Braunton, EX33 2ES 2-4pm

A memory café is a friendly and informal café with a warm Rotary welcome in a relaxed atmosphere, for people with memory problems. Please come and join us for a chat, fun and refreshments, as well as making new friends. It is free of charge. Just turn up or contact Geoff on 01271 815377.

EX33 - 07561 890 588

mag@ex33.co.uk - www.ex33.co.uk

Monica has been busy updating our website, including adding a Community Calendar of groups and events, so if you need inspiration, you will know what is going on and hopefully you can pick something that you will enjoy!! Don’t forget to check out our website and like our Facebook page. We are always open to constructive suggestions, so if there is anything that you feel is missing in the Braunton area, let us know and if feasible will do our best to make things happen.

Our Wellbeing Walks have started!!

We welcomed the sun along to our first Wellbeing Walk!

A light stroll towards the Fire Station, taking in the local scenery and listening for birds.

One participant stated that it was their first ever guided walk and had they not attended, they would not have seen anyone for at least 2 days. Whilst others had decided to come along to meet interesting new people.

Either way the benefits of walking are huge and sometimes being part of a group, makes you get out and participate, whereas if just you, it is too easy to decide against it and put it off for another day!

Meeting point: Braunton Countryside Centre, in Caen Car Park

Days & times: Every other Wednesday 10.30am-11.30am. Please arrive 10 minutes early. (Times include pit stops and chances to take in the scenery). End time is dependent on the groups needs and abilities. Followed by a free hot drink at The Braunton Countryside Centre.

Dates: 21st June, 05th July, 19th July, 02nd August, 16th August, 30th August, 13th September, 27th September and fortnightly thereafter.

Walk details - A gentle, slow pace around the village taking in nature and the surroundings.

COMING SOON:

Young People’s Forum

Live Well in Braunton are currently looking to create a Young People’s Forum to support young people to be heard within the community. If you are a young person or know someone who would be interested contact LWIB. Please make sure the young person is aware if you are contacting on their behalf. Participation will look great on CVs, and I know from running similar forum’s it can make the difference in gaining employment, or university places, as well as building confidence!

Help Wanted!

Buddy Walkers-Wellbeing Walks

The requirement from volunteers is that you walk and chat within the group. If you would like further information or are interested, contact Andrea on: Connect@livewellinbraunton.co.uk

Do you like...being outdoors, discovering new places, meeting people and preserving the countryside?

If so, have you considered joining the Ramblers? Not only do they play a valuable role in checking and ensuring the maintenance of our footpaths, but they also offer a variety of walks exploring the local area.

Walks of varying lengths are offered twice a week-the weekday walks tend to be shorter (4-6 miles), while the weekend walks are usually longer (8-12 miles).

You can find out about all the walks on our website: ramblers.org.uk/north-devon including a brief description of the walk, its grading and details of where to meet.

It does not cost a lot to join, the walks are free- all our walk leaders are volunteers, and we try to car-share or use the bus where possible. If you would like to try it out first, you can join us for 3 walks before signing up. Once you have joined, you can then walk with other Rambler groups all over the country! Why not give it a go?

Never leave a dog unattended in a vehicle, even on a mildly warm day. Dogs can die when left unattended in a vehicle, even when it is in the shade, a window is open and there is water available.

The British weather can switch very suddenly so even on cloudy days leaving a dog in a car or other vehicle can prove fatal.

Every year the Kennel Club hears reports of dogs being cooked alive after being left in vehicles in hot weather, a situation which can so easily be avoided.

For those travelling with their dogs during the summer months, the Kennel Club has Advice on their website. www.thekennelclub.org.uk

Never

1 Leave a dog unattended in a vehicle, even with the window open and water available. Take them out and leave them in a secure, cool place with access to shade and water or take them with you, there are plenty of places that are part of the Kennel Club's Be Dog Friendly campaign and will allow dogs in.

2. Let your dog take part in unnecessary exertion in hot weather or stand in exposed sun light for extended lengths of time.

3. Pass by a dog if you see one suffering in a car or other vehicle. Whether it be in a supermarket car park or at a show, make sure you let someone in authority know and if in doubt call the police on emergency number 999

What to do if your dog overheats:

1. Contact the vet immediately.

2. Move the dog out of the heat.

3. Offer the dog cool, rather than cold, water for small drinks if the dog is still conscious.

4. If possible, fan the dog with cool air.

5. Wrap in cool, damp towels or spray with cool, not cold, water. Pay particular attention to the head.

6. Cool the dog's tongue by dabbing with a cold, damp cloth.

For more information go to - https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/ about-us/campaigns/dogs-die-in-hot-cars/

Dogs Trust Ilfracombe issues appeal for dog foster parents

Dogs Trust Ilfracombe is issuing an urgent appeal to dog lovers to help them care for more dogs in need by becoming volunteer foster carers.

The team is facing a record number of enquiries from people wanting to hand over their dog, so more than ever they need volunteer foster carers to provide a temporary home for dogs of all ages, shapes and sizes who have nowhere else to turn.

Some dogs that are in Dogs Trust care need additional TLC, such as medical or post-operative, for which a home environment can be more appropriate than a kennel environment. Similarly, very young dogs or those with additional behavioral challenges will thrive in a temporary home.

Allie Kaufman, coordinator of the Home from Home fostering scheme at Dogs Trust Ilfracombe, says:

“We are facing a crisis as our kennel space is really stretched. We need to act now to be there for as many dogs as possible.

“Fostering a dog is a wonderful opportunity for dog lovers who are currently unable to have a dog of their own. We cover the essential costs, and you will be playing the most important role, giving stability, love, and care to a dog in need as you prepare them for life in their forever home.

Emily Huckle says she has never looked back since becoming a foster carer for Dogs Trust Ilfracombe last year. She says:

"I sadly lost my dog last year and due to my work patten, I am unable to have another dog full time. I decided that as well as getting my doggy fix volunteering at Dogs Trust, I could now also foster a dog at home. Although I cannot commit to adopting due to shift work, I can provide a period of time out of kennels for those longer-term dogs or those who struggle in a kennel environment.

“It is so lovely for the dogs, as well as for my benefit, as I can give the dogs a little break from kennel life. Taking a resident dog home also helps the Dogs Trust team find out more information about them to be able to find them the best possible home.

My favourite thing about fostering is when I see the dogs in my care start to relax and seeing their personalities start to shine through, it is so worthwhile.

“I have fostered the same dog on several occasions, and it is so nice to see their progress and become increasingly relaxed each time they come. I love that I am making a difference and giving dogs a lovely experience.”

Since the Home from Home scheme was launched at Dogs Trust in 2013 almost 12,000 dogs have been cared for by foster carers. With a current waiting list of dogs needing to come into Dogs Trust Ilfracombe, Allie and the team are asking local dog lovers to get in touch and welcome a dog into their life temporarily.

Allie says:

“We have dogs who are ready to be fostered from a few days to several months and we can be really flexible. We know life can be unpredictable, so we make sure foster carers can always take a break when they need one.

“Our foster carers give our dogs valuable experience of home life, and they get to know what makes them tick; they can tell us everything from what are their favourite toys and treats to the kind of walks they enjoy to where they like to sleep. All that information gives us the best chance of ensuring our gorgeous dogs find their ideal home when the time is right.

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So, if you think you can open your heart and your home to help a dog get back on their paws, please get in touch.”

If you would like to apply to become a volunteer foster carer, please go to dogstrust.org.uk/foster or call 020 7837 0006.

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BRAUNTON PARISH COUNCIL

THE BRAUNTON EXPRESS

Job Vacancy - Administrative Assistant

Salary: SCP 4 (£11.01 per hour £21,189 FTE)

Hours: 17.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9.00-12.30

Location: Braunton Parish Council, Chaloners Road, Braunton EX33 2ES

Are you looking for a varied and challenging role where your great literacy, numeracy, keyboard and communication skills can add value to our small, but friendly and supportive team? Braunton Parish Council is seeking an experienced administrator who can provide excellent democratic support and deliver a range of quality administrative and customer focussed services. You will play a vital role in providing administrative support and coordination to ensure the smooth operation of the Council’s activities.

The position requires:

• Proven administration experience

• Excellent organisational skills with ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines

• Strong written and verbal communications skills

• Proficiency in using standard office software

• Familiarity with social media platforms and website content management systems

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information

Job pack available from:

Braunton Parish Council offices, Chaloners Road, Braunton, Devon, EX33 2ES or phone 01271 812131 or visit www.brauntonparishcouncil.gov.uk

Closing date for completed Application Forms is 12pm Wednesday 5 July 2023

(Interviews anticipated w/c 10 July 2023)

Notice of Councillor Vacancy

Braunton Parish Council has one vacancy available to be filled by co-option following the resignation of a councillor.

Braunton Parish Council intends to co-opt to fill this vacancy and invites applications from interested persons.

Are you interested in serving your local community?

You must be either: British; A Commonwealth National; An Irish or European Union citizen;

You must be 18 years of age or over, and fulfil one or more of the following criteria:

• being on and remaining on the register of electors for the parish or, during the whole of the twelve months preceding the nomination;

• have lived in, worked in or lived within 3 miles of the parish boundary.

The vacancy will be filled by co-option at the Parish Council meeting to be held on Tuesday 11 July 2023.

Anyone who is interested in being co-opted should contact the Parish Clerk to request an Application Form.

The closing date for applications is Monday 3 July. All applications should be returned to the clerk to the council.

Please contact the clerk to council if you would like more information. clerk@brauntonparishcouncil.gov.uk Tel: 01271 812131.

Braunton Parish Council

Chaloners Road

Braunton

Devon, EX33 2ES

Phone: 01271 812131

Email: info@brauntonparishcouncil.gov.uk

Web: www.brauntonparishcouncil.gov.uk

Facebook.com/BrauntonParishCouncil

Twitter: @brauntonparish

Hours: 09.00 - 12.00 Monday - Friday

Tracey Lovell, Clerk to the Council

Angela Corner, Senior Council Officer

Meeting Calendar 2023

Full Council meetings are now being held back in the Council Chamber and additional meetings, to primarily consider planning applications, are being held virtually.

Full Council Meeting, 7pm Tuesday 11 July 2023

Additional Council Meeting, 7pm Monday 24 July 2023

Clerk’s Office

Eclipse is a six-month-old Collie cross looking for a home from Dogs Trust Ilfracombe Rehoming Centre.

Eclipse is now finding his paws after a difficult start to life. His carers are helping him build confidence as he explores the world around him. He is a lively, playful, and boisterous pup who enjoys playing with toys as an outlet for his energy. He loves to play rug- and -tug and likes to run around with his toys in his mouth. Eclipse likes to socialise with other dogs, he has many pals here at the rehoming centre, he enjoys going for walks with them and having a rough and tumble play with suitable playmates. Eclipse is new to basic training, he loves treats, which is a great place to start, he is learning a ‘sit’, he has already picked up on his name response, and he is currently learning that car rides can be fun.

Eclipse has never lived indoors before so will need adopters that are patient and understanding, and have the time to help him settle, and to teach him his basic training, including housetraining. Eclipse will need a home with adults who can help direct his puppy mouthing onto toys. Eclipse will need to be the only dog in the home so he can have all the treats and attention just for him. We have no history of Eclipse with cats, small furries, or livestock. Eclipse would love lots of opportunities to socialise with other canines when out and about.

If you think you could give Eclipse the loving home that he deserves please take a look at his profile on Dogs Trust’s website www.dogstrust.org.uk/rehoming to begin the virtual adoption process.

AND DECKING

For a local, FREE no obligation quote on fencing, gates, decking and repairs on timber or metal then call your local, family run company on 01271 814184 or 07917 676660

Cat of the Month - Biba

Biba is a delightful cat with a quietly friendly temperament who greets you by stretching up on her hind legs, and lifting her head up to your hand. Biba is a sleek and soft beautiful cat who is curious and active. She was initially rather shy but now loves to seek out affection and will happily sit on a lap for a brush or a stroke. Biba is very interested in the outdoors, looking out at the wildlife from the pen window and she loves to curl up in a sun patch while watching the world go by.

Biba will need a peaceful home as the only cat, so that she can have the love and attention that she needs.

For further information please contact:

T: 03453714203

E: barnstaplecats@hotmail.com

W: www.cats.org.uk/barnstaple

F: barnstaplecatsprotection

Reg charity; 203644 (England & Wales) SC037711 (Scotland)

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DAB Radios | Aerial Installation

DVDs & Blu-Rays | Microwaves

Washing Machines | Fridges

Freezers | Dishwashers

Most Electrical Appliances Est. 1977 - Family

Tel - 01271 882633

www.richardstelevision.co.uk

JP Horticulture

A professional and friendly gardening service. Experienced and RHS qualified. Please contact us to discuss your gardening needs.

Phone - James 07794268963

Email - jphorticulture@hotmail.com

Please call for any requirements you may have.

Based in Braunton, serving North Devon

Please mention EX33 when responding to adverts

JUST FOR FUN

Hidden Message - One Word Movie Titles

Once you find all the words, use the unused letters starting in the top left corner to reveal the hidden message.

May’s answer was:

‘The ones who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones that do’ - John AcAfee

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Dance / Fitness / Diet Classes:

Dancing Feet Academy of Dance - 816213

Salsa & Flamenco Dance Lessons with Mercedes - 269146

Kendra Pilates with Rachael - 07904 219085

Yoga with Jules - 07813 874121

Yoga with Simone - 07860 604698

Karen’s Dance/Fitness - 07765 603558

Cardio Kick! - 07876 406077

Toddler Groups: South Street Baby Group - 07776 261541

South Street Toddler Group - 07776 261541

Noisy Nippers @ South Street - 07776 261541

St Brannock’s Babies & Toddler Group - 07980 915660

Paratroopers Fitness for 3 - 5 yr olds with Laura - 07775 182391

Tag Rugby for Years 2, 3 and 4 with Laura - 07775 182391

Chatty Paces Running Group - Start at the Athletics Track - 07980 342144

Braunton Belly dance Club - 325793

Hypno Yoga for Pregnancy and Birth with Kristina - 07907508624

Women's Meditation and Relaxation Circle with Kristina - 07907508624

Paula Harrison Yoga - yoga@paulaharrison.eco - 07917 365318

Private/group yoga and somatic movement classes - 07738014383

Clubs:

The Saturday SOB Club (SOB = Short of Breath) - 890217

Braunton Original Badminton Club - 374419 or 890185

Braunton Bridge Club - 01271 813000

Braunton Camera Club - Meet on Monday evenings contact Chairpersons 07812753361/01271883306

The Village Quilters (4th Saturday) - 813460

Braunton Out Of School Club - 07855 736631

Vivian Moon Community Centre Coffee Morning - 815924

Rotary Club of Braunton Caen. www.brauntoncaenrotary.co.uk

Rotary Club of Braunton - www.brauntonrotary.org

Empathy - need some company - See www.brauntonchurch.org

Air Cadets 722 Chivenor Squadron - 07920 091557

Aikido Club - 01769 560605 or 861243

Braunton Army Cadets - 07970 082963

Croyde Surf Lifesaving Club - 890101

Croyde Surf Club www.croydesurfclub.com

Braunton Karate Club - 07736 936738 unionkaratedo.com

Braunton Art Group - 814959

Georgeham and Croyde Art Group - 890215

Braunton Twinning Organisation - 814035/814532

Braunton Tennis Clubwww.clubspark.lta.org.uk/brauntontennisclub

Georgeham and Croyde Garden Club - 07989841432

Natural Dog Club monthly meeting - 01271 624602 (2nd Wednesday of every month)

Church Services (Sundays unless stated)

Beaver Colony - 816780

Scouts (1st Chivenor) - 07826385553

Braunton Sea Scouts - 871374

Braunton Rainbows - 816340

Braunton Brownies - 816340

Braunton Guides - 816340

Cub Scouts (1st Chivenor) - 07826385553

Beaver Scouts (1st Chivenor) - 07826385553

Caen Bridge Club - 812121

Braunton Caen Rotary Memory Café (last Wed 2-4pm) - Stan 816340

Braunton Lodge of Freemasons - 812651

See Hear Centre, Barnstaple - 01271 373236

Braunton Bowling Clubwww.brauntonbowlingclub.co.uk - 813317

Braunton BMX Club - www.brauntonbmxclub.org.uk

Braunton Youth Club - www.brauntonyouthclub.co.uk

South Street Evangelical Church. (currently meeting at Christ Church) 4pm. Tel: 07879 773085

Coastal Community Church - Tel: 813515

(Currently meeting at Sticklepath Primary School, Barnstaple at 10.30am) Life Group -

Thursdays at 10.30am in Braunton. www.coastalcommunitychurch.org.uk

Christ Church Braunton. 10.30am, Wednesday 10.30am. Tel: 812574

Our Lady Star of the Sea at Ilfracombe is now the mother church of the parish. For information please phone 01271 863563

St Brannocks C of E Church (Braunton). 9.45am, Wednesday 10am. Tel: 813367

St Augustine's (Heanton). 11am. Tel: 815795

St Anne’s C of E Church (Saunton). 11am. Tel: 813367

St Marys C of E (Croyde). 9am. Tel: 890616

Croyde Baptist Church. 11am. Tel: 813395

St Georges C of E (Georgeham). 10.30am. Tel: 890616

Christian Science Society Barnstaple 11am Wed 6.15pm Tel: 323741

www.christiansciencenorthdevon.co.uk

For more details on any club or event please ring the relevant