The Ivybridge magazine - August 2011 issue

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Issue 007 AUGUST 2011

Life is local

Caring in our community The volunteer group supporting vulnerable residents

COMMUNITY NEWS

CLUBS & GROUPS

SCHOOL REPORTS

News and views from around the town

Blooming marvellous gardening show

End of term news from the primary schools

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There are lots of reasons to get about town

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PUBLISHER AND EDITOR Steven Vincent T: 08454 714413 M: 07773 293467 E: info@theivybridge magazine.co.uk www.facebook.com/ theivybridgemagazine TO ADVERTISE T: 08454 714413 E: advertising@the ivybridgemagazine. co.uk

initiatives that it will be rolling out in the coming months to promote the town and its businesses.

For our part as residents, with fuel prices at their current astronomical levels, perhaps now is a good time to ‘think local, act local’ for that next shopping trip?

Summer is, of course, a busy time for events. This month we have pictures and reports on the Lions Club Funday and the Garden Association’s summer show, and a packed What’s On calendar lists a host of events happening in the town over the coming month.

So, whether it is to do some shopping or to pop along to an event, make an effort to get about town this month.

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COVER PHOTO: New signs promoting the businesses in Glanvilles Mill, by Steven Vincent

s you walk around town at the moment you cannot but notice that some changes are afoot.

As the photo on the cover shows, and the report inside details, Glanvilles Mill is undergoing a bit of a revamp. As well as a lick of paint, a new logo has been unveiled and smart new signs promoting the wide range of shops and businesses located in the centre have been erected. Somerfield, the name at least, is no more – the store has been re-branded under the Co-operative banner.

Economic times are still extremely tough for small businesses but it is clear that many are thinking very hard about how they can attract more customers. And the Chamber of Commerce have identified a number of

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News News News Cricket club disappointment First choice for local produce Caring in our community What’s On in August Pull-out calendar News Get ready to rock School reports Clubs and groups Take better photos Lions Club funday Sport Ivybridge information

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Free help for adult job seekers ARE YOU aged 19 or over and looking for a job, or in need of some careers guidance? If so, a free service at The Watermark could help you.

The careers advice and guidance service for adults who live in Ivybridge can help with a host of job seeking issues, including how to write a CV, interview preparation, career change and education and training opportunities.

The sessions are with a qualified and experienced careers adviser who works for Careers South West, who deliver the Next Step careers advice service for adults in Devon and Cornwall.

The service is entirely free and you are entitled to at least one appointment.

Appointments are available on a regular basis at The Watermark, and to book a session you can either visit the centre in person or telephone (01752) 892220.

Glanvilles Mill revamp continues WORK IS continuing on a series of improvements to Glanvilles Mill Shopping Centre by owners Levanter Properties.

A new logo has been unveiled and the general appearance of the centre has been boosted by a thorough redecoration, and some of the walkways have had paving slabs replaced.

In an effort to showcase to passing shoppers the range of shops and services

Library opening hours to be cut IVYBRIDGE LIBRARY’S opening hours look set to be cut as part of Devon County Council cost-cutting plans.

Proposals put before county councillors would see the library’s total opening time reduced from 45 hours a week to 38 hours. The council said the review of opening hours was a necessary step to make savings but it has studied when people most prefer to use their libraries and is proposing new opening hours to accommodate this.

Details of the new opening hours were not available at the time of going to press but are due to be phased in between September 2011 and March 2012 and the library will carry a four week notice period to inform the public of the revised times.

in the centre, new signs have been installed which list all the businesses in Glanvilles Mill.

Levanter Properties is keen to encourage local businesses to take up units in the shopping centre and has been advertising units to let in the local media.

FIND OUT MORE: See page two or contact Daniel Bardiger, Levanter Properties, 0207 495 0750

IS YOUR BAND UP FOR A BATTLE? A BATTLE of the bands is coming to Ivybridge in October with the winning performers landing a recording session.

The Ivy Rocks Battle of the Bands is on Saturday, 1 October, at The Watermark.

Entry is free and is open to teenagers (up to 21) from the local area. There is space for 10 groups, and to apply bands should send details to ivybotb@hotmail.co.uk.

The judges will be Chris Childs (deputy mayor) Antony Simms (experienced singer/songwriter) and Laura Wright, of DBS music, which is providing a prize and some know-how.

Tickets are also on sale to watch the show. They cost just £5 and are available online at ivyrocks.yolasite.com.

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Town caught on camera

BMX-ers back on track THE REVAMPED and improved BMX area at Filham Park reopens this month.

A variety of activities will mark the official unveiling at 12 noon on Friday, 5 August, including demonstrations by Kye Forte (the World Champion Dirt Jumper) and Leo Forte, and live music. For more details, visit the town council’s website – www.ivybridge.gov.uk

Market returns

Get out and play kids CHILDREN ARE urged to get out and play in Victoria Park to celebrate the joys of play.

PlayDay, on Wednesday, 3 August, is part of the National Day for Play, which, as well as celebrating children’s right to play, campaigns to highlight the importance of play in children’s lives.

This year’s free outdoor event is all about having fun and showing what a difference play can have for children in the community. The activities run from 10.30am until 1.30pm and there will be lots of fun things to do, including messy play in the church hall for the younger ones and many activities in the park.

The Children’s Centre will be based in St John’s church hall, adjacent to the park, and, in the event of inclement weather, the scout hut will accommodate the park activities.

Over a third of parents claim their fondest memories of play were making up their own games, proof that outdoor play doesn’t need to be costly or structured.

It is vital that children have exciting, challenging and creative opportunities to play all year round, so take that first step, and get out and play on Playday.

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A property in Ivybridge is set to ‘star’ on the Channel Four TV series Sealed Bid. The show follows sellers as they prepare their property for a sealed bidding process. As well as filming at the house in Highland Street, TV cameras were rolling around the town to capture the essence of area.

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THE SATURDAY morning market outside The Watermark is being re-launched.

To be held on alternate Saturdays from 30 July throughout the summer, the mixed market will run from 9am-12.30pm.

Stalls will include Fairtrade goods, cosmetics, kitchenware, computer accessories, crafts and more.

For more information contact Tim Farndell on 079607 44075 or email ivymarket@ hotmail.co.uk

Friends of Ivybridge and Erme WIs joined together for Tea@3 for St. Lukes Hospice recently. They were delighted to raise £500 and thank all those who supported them. Teresa Driscoll chatted to visitors and is seen in charge of the teapot, while Katie Edmondson from St Lukes Hospice and Barbara Churchward and Sue Wilson of Erme WI look on.

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Free festival ticket for stewards THE FESTIVAL season is in full swing and that can mean only one thing – IVYLIVE 2011 is just around the corner!

Now in its fourth year, the festival attracts the best local talent as well as up-and-coming national acts and well-established bigger names. It offers more than just music, too – there are a whole host of ways to have fun for the whole weekend.

Staffed entirely by volunteers, it is very much a local event born out of a love of live music and a determination to create something special for the people of Ivybridge and beyond.

IVYLIVE is looking to recruit a team of stewards whose job will be to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable festival. This involves everything from ticketing and merchandising through to helping run the campsites and car parks.

Stewards must be over 16 at the start of the festival and be able to work a total of 15 hours over the three days. In return, you will get free entry to the festival, camping, meals while on duty and a unique t-shirt.

Interested? Download an application form from the website – www.ivylive.co.uk – and you could experience a music festival from the inside and help make it all happen.

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THE PLACE TO BEE IF YOU LOVE honey, then Ivybridge to it as “Ivybridge’s best-kept seCountry Market is the place to be on 14 August.

The market, which is held every Friday morning in the Scout hut next to the leisure centre, is holding a special market devoted to local honey.

Resident honey producer, Tony Curnow, will be on hand with information on beekeeping and to answer any questions visitors may have. The market producers will be baking recipes containing honey for customers to taste and purchase.

Ivybridge Country Market is now in its 26th year providing a wide range of fresh, home-baked goods, plants, seasonal produce and craft for the town. Customers often refer

cret” as many residents appear still not to be aware that it is held every Friday at the Scout hut next to the leisure centre from 8.30am to 11.30am.

To change this, the market is set to get a more visible presence and, with special markets like the honey day, it hopes to become “the place to be” on a Friday morning.

The market aims to offer the best in home-baked, home-grown and hand-crafted items and producers use, as much as possible, locallysourced ingredients in their baking.

The next special market is ‘Apple Day’ on 23 September.

Ivybridge Country Market – every Friday, 8.3011.30am, in the Scout hut next to the leisure centre

Dogs go walkies for charity

Inspired by the Rotary Club’s duck race in June, Andrew Wills, aged 12, constructed his own course in the garden at home.

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On one of the wettest days of the year, (so far), intrepid dog duo Onest and Bonzo completed a charity walk to raise money for Derriford Children’s Cancer Ward.

The original route for the walk, on 12 June, was from Princetown to Ivybridge, roughly 15 miles. However, when they reached Plym Ford it was impassible for the walkers and the dogs so it was decided to walk back to Princetown, which meant they covered 15 miles but a different way!

The walk raised £1,424.20 through sponsorship from the locals of Ivybridge and a collection bucket on the bar of The Exchange. This is their third Dartmoor walk for the children’s ward and in total they have raised in the region of £4,000, thanks to the generosity of The Exchange customers.

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Cricket club “devastated” by council decision Confusion over vote

Over 60 youngsters benefit from quality coaching and regular matches with the cricket club

Ivybridge Cricket Club has expressed its disappointment at the town council’s decision to go against the wishes of the public as expressed at the town’s annual meeting, held at The Watermark in May, and not award the club any funds from its £20,000 localism fund.

Chairman Steve Ansell said: “We are determined to continue giving affordable opportunities for Ivybridge youngsters to come along and enjoy the experience of playing cricket.

“During the first week of the school holiday, for instance, we are holding a three-day summer cricket camp on 26-28 July for local boys and girls aged 8-15. It will be led by England & Wales Cricket Boardqualified coaches, and costs only £20 for the entire experience.

“Cricket helps to teach kids how to work well in a team, the importance of good sportsmanship and the fun of physical activity.

“We have over 60 youngsters on the books at present, who benefit from quality coaching, regular matches and the occasional extra fun activity that we try to throw in, such as bar-

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The town council’s first foray into direct democracy descended into confusion when councillors decided to go against polls taken at the town annual meeting on how a special localism budget should be spent.

Of the £20,000 ringfenced in the council’s budget for localism issues, no funds were awarded to Ivybridge Youth Venue or Ivybridge Cricket Club, the two groups which received the most votes from members of the public when they voted on which organisations they thought were top priorities in need of funds.

Instead, councillors voted at their July meeting to give £5,000 to South Hams Citizens Advice Bureau, £3,000 to Ivybridge Caring and £2,000 to Ivybridge police.

With only half the allotted budget dispersed, it is not clear whether the public will have a say in how the remaining £10,000 is to be spent.

becues and parents versus kids matches. With two teams at U/11, as well as U/13 and U/15 sides and weekly training sessions, we try to ensure that everyone gets a chance to enjoy their cricket to the full.

“We were frankly devastated when the council decided not to award us any of the £20,000 localism money, which we could have used to develop and improve our facilities, despite being one of the two most deserving causes according to the public.

“The cricket nets, which are an essential tool in developing both batting and bowling skills with our younger players, are in need of major renovation – ideally, they would be replaced – while the outfield needs some professional maintenance.

“Most importantly, as a result of the major expense incurred in hav-

ing to leave Erme Field to allow the football club to develop its facilities, we were forced into a position of having to borrow money in order to maintain the club’s activities. We were led to believe that we would receive a sum similar to that which the football club received from Devon County Council, but in fact such funding never materialised.

“We had hoped that the town’s councillors would be sympathetic to our plight and make a substantial donation so that we might clear our debts, and once again start investing in developing the facilities and the services we can provide.”

I If any member of the public feel they wish to support the club in any way, they should contact either Steve at sansell66@hotmail.com or Jon Sparkes at jonsparkes1974@aol.com

The winners of the £200 Community Fund for the July issue £100 goes to Families for Children

£50 goes to Manor Primary

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The farmshop’s range includes Four generations: Nick with his mother Joan, The farmshop plays an imporfresh meat from the butchery Auntie Mollie, his sons Nicholas and James, tant role in helping ensure the and grandsons Nicholas Jack and George counter, locally-made bread, fresh farm remains viable, which Nick “The central ethos of the shop is hopes will stay in the family for fruit and vegetables, and award-winning pasties and pies. There is also a community,” says Nick. “From design many more generations to come. deli counter as well as local chutneys to construction, and now suppliers, “We are sometimes associated with we have used local businesses, our bigger and better-known neighand preserves and wines and beers.

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Caring IN OUR COMMUNITY

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or the elderly living on their own, and people isolated by illness, contact with other people is very important, and it is these cherished moments that an Ivybridge-based volunteer support service can help provide.

Ivybridge Caring volunteers provide a wide range of help to vulnerable people. Client enquiries now number almost 70, some being in need of short-term help when, for instance, a person has come home from hospital or moved house, while others, like 100-year-old Sam (pictured left with his carer), have regular contact with a visitor calling to their home.

The volunteers, who do such selfless work, come from all walks of life and all age groups.

Josh, 19, (pictured below) was the first of 29 local people to give their time. He started volunteering to broaden his view of life and visited a depressed and lonely elderly gentleman 18 months ago. Since then, he has also enjoyed taking a client with sight problems for regular walks and bingo at the over 50’s club.

Josh successfully applied for a place at medical school, so he will be leaving the area this autumn, but his experience demonstrates that volunteering can be rewarding for people of all ages.

Ivybridge Caring was formed in 2009 following extensive research which identified a large number of old people and those isolated by illness lived in the town and the surrounding area.

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Chair Sue Lavender retired from work to start running the group,and the other trustees are Cllr Phillip Dredge, treasurer and town council representative, ex-Mayor Carol Beeson, volunteer and training co-ordinator, and Val Carmichael, a retired PA, who is secretary.

Council recognises valuable work The town council acknowledged the valuable community service provided by the group when councillors voted to award it £3,000 from a special localism budget.

Chair Sue Lavender said: “We are naturally delighted. We were hopeful but trying not to get too excited about the possibility of an award.

“This £3,000 will enable us to increase our volunteer 'bank' dramatically in the next year and offer our services to so many more isolated people in the Ivybridge area.”

Jones Charitable Trust. Fundraising has been an ongoing project and local councillor Roger Croad has supported THE TRUSTEES: Carol Beeson, Cllr the group from his locality budget, Phillip Dredge, Val Carmichael and paying the office rent for a year.

Sue Lavender Now, a fundraising committee has They spent seven months putting been established which is planning together the group’s policy docu- regular events both to generate adments, handbooks for volunteers, ditional funds and to raise awaretraining and conducting CRB checks ness of the group. on suitable volunteers, before finally Ivybridge Caring is a humbling exapplying for Charity Commission ample of local people who are willing status and then preparing a Busi- to devote some of their time to putness Plan for future years. ting the needs of some of the most Initially, funding came from vulnerable people in our community applications to charitable trusts before theirs. The service is of huge and foundations. The group benefit to clients, as centurion Sam was successful with applica- explained: “I lost my wife eight years tions to Awards for All, the Big ago and have been lonely ever since.

Lottery Fund in 2009, and It’s a much-needed service.” to Torbay’s M&G

New volunteers and clients welcome

Ivybridge Caring’s office on the second floor of The Watermark is open on Wednesday afternoons, 2-4.30pm and Thursday mornings, 9.30am to 12 noon. You can call 07791 239357 outside of those hours.

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What’s on @ The Old Smithy Table tennis every Wednesday night between 7-9pm is just one of the social and live music events at The Old Smithy, in Fore Street, in August.

It’s 80’s tribute time on Saturday, 6th, with live music from Charles Lloyd. The following night, Sunday 7th, you can put your general knowledge to the test at the quiz night (a quiz is held every other Sunday).

This month’s Open Mic session, with Nick ‘The Fish’, is on Wednesday, 10th.

Special market Ivybridge Country Market is holding a special market featuring honey on Friday, 12 August.

A beekeeper will be on hand with information and to answer any questions – see page 8.

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Make an apppointment for murder mystery A FASCINATING thriller is just what the doctor ordered for a summer’s evening, and that is what Ivybridge Theatre Company’s will be performing for their next production on Friday 12, and Saturday 13, August, 7.45pm, at The Watermark.

Prescription for Murder is a fulllength play by Norman Robbins, set in the sleepy North Devon town of Bere Knighton.

‘Can we trust the medical profession? Who is more respected than the local doctor? However, when his own wife Barbara is constantly ill and shadows are cast on his previous relationships, is Dr Richard Forth all that he seems?

Bere Knighton in rural Devon has more than its share of unexplained coincidences and suspicion is rife.

Who is the mysterious stranger whose sudden appearance rattles the skeletons in the cupboard?’

A murder mystery play full of intrigue, it’s guaranteed to keep you on the case! Don’t miss it...

Tickets, priced £7 and £6 for concessions, are available from The Watermark box office, tel. 892220.

For more news from Ivybridge Theatre Company see page 23.

• For more What’s On details, turn to page 16

@ The Duke of Cornwall Wednesday night is poker night at The Duke of Cornwall in Keaton Road. Play Poker in the Pub, the UK's best pub poker league.

There is also a great line-up of bands during August: • 6th – RuffKutz • 20th – Retrospect • 27th – Six Shooter Live music starts at 9pm.

AUGUST’S CINEMA @ The Watermark Films start at 7.30pm –––––––––––––– Thurs 4th Another Year (12) Fri 19th Mamma Mia sing-a-long (PG)

PETS ON SHOW IN THE PARK A FAMILY PET show is being held at Filham Park on Tuesday, 16 August. Registration is from 1.30pm, with the dog show classes starting at 2.30pm.

There will be stalls from various animal charities, including Animals in Distress, who are judging the dog show and carrying out ID chipping for dogs. There will also be a dog agility display team show at 3.30pm and a ‘have-a-go’ course available throughout the day. A pet behaviourist will be on hand to offer advice.

People can also bring along photos of their other pets (eg cats, rabbits and birds) and visitors will vote for their favourites.

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TO GET YOUR EVENT IN THE COMMUNITY DIARY call (01752) 892220 or email info@ivybridgewatermark.co.uk To make sure your event is included in the diary, please supply details by the 12th of each preceding month

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Beginners’ indoor rock climbing, 9.30am-12.30pm, £8. Intermediate indoor rock climbing, 1-3pm, £6.

Comm sports – details below

Dodgeball, 10am-12pm, £4.

Junior Gym, 1-3pm, £2.

Comm sports – details below

Saturday morning market outside The Watermark, 9am-12.30pm.

‘Prescription for Murder’, The Watermark, 7.45pm.

U3A meeting, 2pm, Methodist Church.

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Ivybridge Work Club, 10am-12 noon, the IT suite @ The Watermark.

Blossom Breast Cancer Support Group, Chapel Place (upstairs), 7.309.30pm.

2 Bikeability levels 1 & 2 (4 days until 5th), 10am– 12pm, £10 for 4 days. Just Play Badminton, 1-3pm £4.

Comm sports – details below Betty’s Memory Café, Methodist Church, 2-4pm.

Contact Frances Reeve 01752 893952.

3 Beginners’ gymnastics day, 10am-3pm, £16.

Comm sports – details below Ivybridge Work Club, 10am-12 noon, the IT suite @ The Watermark.

4 Two-Day Plymouth Argyle Football Festival, (and 5th) 10am-3pm.

Comm sports – details below The Wright Group coffee morning, 10.30am, The Sportsmans Inn. Film – Another Year (12), 7.30pm, The Watermark.

5 Ivybridge Country Market, 8.30-11.30am, at the Scout Hut next to leisure centre.

Opening of BMX area in Filham Park, 12 noon.

Concert at Harford Church, 7.30pm, Benyounes String Quartet. Tickets £12, £10 in advance from Mrs R Howell, tel 01752 893390.

9 Drama Workshop, 10am12pm, £6. Just Play Rounders, 1pm-3pm, £4.

Comm sports – details below

10 Plymouth Argyle Goal Keepers and Strikers Course, 10am-3pm, £12.

Comm sports – details below One Day Drawing and Colour Pencil Workshop (10am-4pm), Town Hall.

Tel 01752 893852.

Blossom Breast Cancer Support Group, Chapel Place (upstairs), 7.309.30pm.

Ivybridge Work Club, 10am-12 noon, the IT suite @ The Watermark.

11 The Wright Group coffee morning, 10.30am, The Sportsmans Inn. Two-Day Athletics Academy, (and 12th)10am-3pm, £12 per day or both for £20.

Comm sports – details below South Hams Connect. at The Watermark, 10am12noon.

12 Ivybridge Country Market, 8.30-11.30am, at the Scout Hut next to the leisure centre.

‘Prescription for Murder’, Ivybridge Theatre Company, The Watermark, 7.45pm.

Art Workshop – Grand Designs, 10am-4pm, £16.

Comm sports – details below

16 Trampolining, 10am12pm, and 1pm-3pm, £6.

Comm sports – details below Pet Show, Filham Park.

Betty’s Memory Café, Methodist Church, 24pm. Contact Frances Reeve 01752 893952.

17 Dance Workshop, 10am12pm, £6. Just Play Tennis, 1pm-3pm, £4.

Comm sports – details below Ivybridge Work Club, 10am-12 noon, the IT suite @ The Watermark.

18 The Wright Group coffee morning, 10.30am, The Sportsmans Inn. Two-Day Plymouth Argyle Football Festival, (amd 19th) 10am-3pm.

Comm sports – details below

19 Ivybridge Country Market, 8.30-11.30am, at the Scout Hut next to leisure centre.

Film – Mamma Mia SingA-Long (PG), 7.30pm, The Watermark.

Comm sports: For details about Community Sports department activities call (01752) 698315 or email comsports@ivybridge.sch.uk

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25 The Wright Group coffee morning, 10.30am, The Sportsmans Inn, Ivybridge, for the over 50’s.

26 Ivybridge Country Market, 8.30-11.30am, at the Scout Hut next to leisure centre.

Gary Streeter Constituency Advice Surgery, afternoon, Town Hall. Prebooked appointments only - 01752 335666.

27 Saturday morning market outside The Watermark, 9am-12.30pm.

30 Betty’s Memory Café, Ivybridge Methodist Church, 2-4pm. Contact Frances Reeve 01752 893952.

31 Ivybridge Work Club, 10am-12 noon, the IT suite @ The Watermark.

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Harriers help hospice

Harriers’ Super Vet athlete Ed Perks, 89, presents a cheque for £200 to St Lukes Hospice for money raised at last year’s Ivybridge Beacon Challenge.

Proceeds of the 2011 race will also go to St Luke Hospice - see page 26.

What’s on

CONTD

Ivybridge Cricket Club are taking on the Green Taverners in a Twenty/20 match on 4 August, a match to support the Plymouth Argyle staff fund. See page 26.

David Simpson receives his award from Cllr Jeremy Yabsley, chairman of Devon County Council

Award for transport group stalwart

Mamma Mia (cert PG) is back by popular demand at The Watermark on Friday, 19 August. And this time, it’s the sing-a-long special – the ultimate feel-good summer flick.

Included in the ticket price is a glass of wine, so sit back and join in with all those great ABBA songs with your friends.

Tickets are £6, concessions £5.

And don’t forget...

THE CO-ORDINATOR of Ivybridge & Dis- they have physical difficulty using trict Community Transport Association (IDCTA) has been presented with a special award by Devon County Council.

David Simpson was presented with the award at The Community Transport Awards, which are organised by the county council to recognise people who have made outstanding contributions to their local community.

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conventional transport.

It also provides a volunteer car service to help these groups access doctor and hospital appointments.

IDCTA chairman Ivor Martin, paying tribute to David, said: “David works relentlessly to organise the running of the organisation. His organisational skills have brought a professional approach to us and he ensures everything is running smoothly and efficiently.

“He is a great asset to our organisation.”

Spellbound are holding an open afternoon-cum-evening on Friday, 29 July. Pop along to try some mini treatments and you could win some great stuff in a prize raffle.

There is a Last night of the Proms charity concert at Flete House on Saturday, 30 July.

Spectators are invited to bring a picnic and enjoy this traditional occasion. Tickets are £16.50 (under 16s free) from South Devon Tennis Centre.

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Saturday night headliners, The King Blues, are sure to get the crowd buzzing with their boundless energy and mix of folk-ska-punk-poetry.

The band has enjoyed massive success with recent live shows, their latest album and national radio airplay.

The King Blues will be supported by the limitless talent and lyrical genius of IVYLIVE stalwart Cosmo Jarvis and the elegantly-crafted pop of newly-reformed The Days.

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school REPORTS LEFT Treacherous trees, and Snow White and her five dwarfs BELOW (l-r) Lianne Beer and Laura Martin

A fairy tale ending YEAR 6 CHILDREN at Woodlands Wicked Witch, but, in true fairy Park celebrated the end of their time at the school by performing a fantastical production for parents, teachers and the rest of the school.

The theme for the play was A Fairy Tale Adventure, in which a host of fairy tale characters met a series of unhappy endings, to the pleasure of the

tale fashion, the Fairy Godmother saved the day! The rousing show finale was the fitting I’ve had the time of my life.

Fun, laughter and tears were shared by pupils, teachers and parents as farewells, thank you’s and best wishes were exchanged as the children take the next step of their educational journey.

Samantha, Abbi, Kian, Thomas and Jack

HARVESTING WHAT THEY SOWED CHILDREN AT Stowford have joined the grow

Park music festival a hit THE ERME Primary School held a very successful music festival in Victoria Park in July. All the children were involved, with performances by the choir, class songs and individual music pieces. The event generated a wonderful atmosphere and parents have already requested that there should be a repeat performance next year.

your own revolution and are now enjoying the tasty fruits of their labour.

The Gardening Club, only set up in March, has been harvesting crops of broad beans, spinach, carrots, peas, courgettes and green beans. Some of the produce is used in the school kitchen so that everyone can have a taste of their success. The club is using the recently constructed “plastic bottle” greenhouse to house its tomato plant.

Janet Weston, who runs the gardening club, said: “Not every child has the chance to grow things at home and the fact that children will be eating produce that has been grown at school is pretty amazing.”

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Mr Baxter, Roland Sloggett, Kayleigh, Sophie, Sadie, Ben, Joshua and Sam

YEAR 3 CHILDREN at Stowford School became archaeologists for a morning when Roland Sloggett from Plymouth City museum visited the school with a selection of Greek artefacts and replicas.

The youngsters had the unique opportunity to handle original objects that were over 2,000 years old, and at the end of the morning they all had the chance to try replica armour, helmets and a sword.

Healthy Manor among best in Devon TWO YEARS of work to improve the choose fruit, vegetables, wholemeal health and well-being of the children at Manor Primary School has led to the school being one of the first in Devon to achieve ‘Healthy Schools Plus’ status.

The school worked on three areas that would make a real difference to the health of the children at Manor.

The first area was the children’s lunch boxes. The aim was to reduce the amount of biscuits, chocolate, sweets and sugary drinks in them and encourage pupils and parents to

Year 6 children at Stowford School rounded off their Primary School days with a stunning production of the Wizard of Oz. Each major role was played by a succession of children, there were six Dorothys in total, giving a wide variety of children the opportunity to showcase their dramatic talents. There was plenty of humour, strong acting and impressive singing, including both solos and whole cast numbers.

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products, milk, fruit juice and smoothies instead. The initiative was backed by activities such as healthy eating topics, balanced plate lessons, special assemblies and the ‘Let’s Get Cooking’ campaign.

The second intervention was aimed at Key Stage 2 children, who miss out on the government-provided free fruit and vegetables for Foundation and Key Stage 1 children in schools.

The ‘Fruit Reward Card’ scheme was launched to encourage every Key Stage 2 child to bring a portion of fruit or vegetables to eat at morning snack break.

Under the scheme, every time a pupil brought in a portion of fruit or vegetable for morning snack break, their card was signed. When the card was full the pupil was able to choose a small prize.

A small group of older children were identified as not participating in any sport outside PE lessons, so the final intervention aimed to increase the activity levels of these Year 5 and 6 children. The pupils and their friends were enrolled onto the ‘Active in School’ programme, which meant they were able to participate in a variety of sports and activities, for free.

Since the intervention, nearly all the children play at least one sport outside lesson time and many have joined teams and have represented their school.

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The team were Alesha, Bethany, Lucy, Tom, Ryan, Matthew, Jamie and Ryan

Downpour on Dartmoor dampens Junior Ten Tors A DEDICATED group of eight Year 6 children from The Erme trekked across a soggy Dartmoor in June as part of the Junior Ten Tors Challenge.

The annual event, which is usually over two days, with an overnight camp near Princetown, had to be reduced to one day due to atrocious weather.

The Erme team, along with teams from other schools from the South Hams and Plymouth, started out from Cadover Bridge on a 13-mile trek across wet and grey moorland. With high spirits and plenty of training behind them, the children, along with two adults, had reached their sixth tor

by lunchtime, and they strolled into Princetown car park, to a welcome from cheering parents, by 4pm.

Mr Simon Hall, headteacher and team leader, said: “The event was a real challenge as it rained all day but it didn’t stop the children’s enthusiasm.

I have been very impressed with their dedication – they gave up a lot of Saturdays between March and June for training to make sure they were ready.”

The Ten Tors that the children walked to were Legis Tor, Gutter Tor, Eastern Tor, Higher Hartor Tor, Combshead Tor, Down Tor, Cramber Tor, Black Tor, Hart Tor and South Hessary Tor.

Eureka!

YEAR 3 CHILDREN at Stowford got a “helping hand” with their science when Mike Evans came to talk to them about why he was still impressed by Archimedes’ discoveries... even after over 2,000 years.

After “introducing” them to Archimedes, by telling them a little bit about his life, Mike demonstrated his most famous principle of water displacement with a variety of objects and a bowl of water. He then explained how one of his inventions, the Archimedes screw, has been used through the ages, from early steamships to modern projects, such as the one to straighten the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

THIS YEAR’S Woodlands Park summer fair was one of the best yet, raising over £1,600. There was a great variety of stalls and lots to do, like face painting, a bouncy castle, skittles, birds of prey and balloon modelling. For the grown-ups, there was a beer and pimms tent.

THE ANNUAL sports day competition at Stowford School had some special visitors this year when staff from Lloyds Bank came along to promote National Sports week.

The bank, which is promoting sport in the run up to the 2012 Olympics, provided a “mini mascot” and t-shirts for some staff and children to raise the profile of sport in schools.

Lily and Thomas show off their hockey skills

After a carousel of activities, including javelin throwing, hockey ball control and hurdles, there followed the main races of the day. Each one was hotly contested and at the end of the morning Crow Tor emerged victorious.

Planning ahead THE ERME Primary School’s Christmas Fayre will have a local craft theme this year.

The school is raising muchneeded funds to buy digital cameras to develop creativity within the classes and wants local craftspeople to take a table at the event. The fayre will be on Saturday, 19 November, time tbc, at the school.

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Ivybridge Garden Association Summer Show Visitors admiring the diverse displays

Blooming marvellous GARDENERS cultivated a stunning display

Members of Ivybridge Garden Association Lesley Acheson receives a cup from David May BELOW Tony Doonan was a winner with his roses

of plants and flowers at Ivybridge Garden Association’s summer show on 9 July.

The show attracted 250 entries in classes ranging from flowers and vegetables, to domestic science and flower arranging, to handicraft, photography and childrern’s classes.

The association was delighted with the large number of people who came to view the entries at the Methodist Church hall.

The show was sponsored by David May, who presented the cups.

Winners E Best in Show: Joe Greenland E Vegetables and flowers: Jamie Styler, Joe Greenland and Diane Benson E Roses: Tony Doonan E Flower Arranging: Gloria Whitford E Judges choice in Flower Arranging: Maureen Styler E Domestic Science: Lesley Acheson E Best knitted item: Betty Rowe E Handicrafts: Lesley Acheson E Photography: Lesley Acheson E Children’s classes: Brendon Whitford, Harvey Whitford and Beth Vincent Not just for grown-ups – Harvey Whitford won a cup and some money for his entry

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It’s showtime for theatre company

Beth Vincent was a cup winner in the children’s classes BELOW Joe Greenland with her haul of cups, including Best in Show

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IVYBRIDGE THEATRE COMPANY is busy putting the finishing

CLUB PRAISED FOR FESTIVAL EXHIBIT PROMINENT AREA demonstrator and past chairman of the Devon and Cornwall Area of NAFAS, Anne Hopkins, was the demonstrator at July’s meeting of Ivybridge Flower Club. Her title was “As You Like It” and she used a mixture of simple line arrangements and large summer displays, with fantastic use of colour and summer garden material.

The club took part in the Buckland Abbey flower festival celebrating 60 years of the National Trust being at the Abbey, and has been complimented on its exhibit.

Plans are in hand to visit the National Exhibit of NAFAS on Friday, 23 September, being held at the Riviera Centre, Torquay. The area is proud to host the Nationals and a coach trip is being arranged, shared with Plympton Flower Club.

The club does not meet in August, therefore the next meeting will be on 13 September at The Watermark, at 7.30pm, when the demonstrator will be Fiona Hammond – her title will be “Creation... Or Chaos”. Visitors are welcomed to club meetings, the cost is £5.

FIND OUT MORE: Contact Hilary Newcombe (892647

touches to its big summer production. Prescription for Murder is at The Watermark on Friday 12 and Saturday 13, August. The performances start at 7.45pm and tickets are available from The Watermark box office – see page 14 for full preview.

Black Ivy Mysteries (affiliated to ITC) recently performed two Murder Mystery events at local venues.

Threats, accusations, arguments, revelations and general disharmony among the cast were abundant, resulting in a ‘murder most foul’!

A 1960’s themed mystery was the order of the day for a private ‘Sten’ Party at Stokenham in the community village hall.

In July, at Endsleigh Garden & Leisure, guests were treated to a delicious three-course meal and there was murder on the menu too! The venue was excellent and the staff decorated the room in style, reflecting the ‘Deadly Nightshade’ theme of the evening.

The Glazebrook House Hotel at South Brent is hosting another murder mystery evening on Saturday, 8 October to include a meal and ‘murder’! Guests have to discover the identity of the murderer by questioning (or grilling!) the suspects one-by-one and prizes are awarded at the end of the evening. These are thoroughly entertaining and enjoyable evenings for all concerned – including the cast. Please contact The Glazebrook House Hotel on: 01364 73322 for further details and tickets.

ITC members recently enjoyed a well-deserved social gathering – with no lines to learn the only stress was deciding how much to eat from the barbecue and drink from the bar!

Plans are now in motion for its next big production – the pantomime Snow White to be staged at The Watermark on16-18 February. Rehearsals will commence in the autumn.

If you are interested in joining ITC, please call in and meet them on Wednesday evenings from 7.30pm at Chapel Place Community Centre (just off Fore Street).

New members are joining all the time and they would be delighted to see you.

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Take BETTER PHOTOS David Rayner, of Ivybridge & District Camera Club, has more tips on how to improve the images you take using your digital camera

REGULAR READERS will have noticed that, so far in these articles, I’ve not mentioned anything at all about computers, image manipulation, reading memory cards or getting prints made from your camera.

Everyone has their own experience level on these things and so I’ve deliberately not included anything other than ‘Take better photos’ with the camera.

But something I’d like to consider this month is the rather philosophical question of when does a photo become ‘real’? Is it already complete inside the camera as you push the shutter button, or does the presentation of your image make a fundamental difference to the picture?

On a practical rather than philosophical level, I believe there are many things you can’t possibly achieve in-camera. Also, there are sufficient grounds for not really considering a photograph as ‘authentic’ until it has been printed, perhaps not even until it is mounted and displayed.

That does not mean, however, that a good photo cannot be made incamera. Indeed, on the 13 September the Ivybridge Camera Club will hold a made-in-camera competition (visitors very welcome, as always) that I suspect will prove the point.

I am an inveterate image manipulator, so I could provide many ways to illustrate that an image can be ‘improved’ after capture. But a strong argument can be raised for considering how we’ll present the image to our peers before we even squeeze the shutter button. Motivation is the key to this contention. It is a powerful tool for improving our photographs and should be employed throughout all the stages of making a photograph.

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display on our camera, we all love to show our images. We all have variations in what we use our cameras for, and widely differing camera craft skills, but despite this, most of us view our own photos flavoured with the experience we had when we took them. Those who we show our photos to just don’t view them in the same way at all. By changing our viewpoint from that of the taker to the viewer we start to introduce elements that the viewer can relate to and, importantly perhaps, remove elements that the viewer does not need to see.

This idea leads me on to one of the most important compositional tips I can give – keep it simple. As a compositional tool, simplicity has many aspects. Our photographs will benefit from a simple, bold subject so that our viewer is not left wondering what the image is about. But then, having concentrated on the subject, we can employ simplicity once again by moving our position to exclude extraneous background elements. If you next move in very near to the subject, you may also be able to make use of simplicity yet again by blurring nonrelevant elements in the scene.

Photographs taken at night often

show a wonderful clarity simply because unnecessary detail is automatically left hidden in shadows.

The big risk with making images simple is that you may quickly bore your viewer. Ideally, your image should intrigue the viewer and also tell a story – but keep the story simple too. The image shown here falls into that risk category, but it was taken with the viewer in mind and excludes unnecessary information.

It was taken close enough to the subject to blur the background and yet the expression, subject detail and back-lighting leaves plenty for the viewer to appreciate; and we all know it was likely taken at a zoo, so there’s a short story too.

I do like printed images and to me, many photographs are not complete until they are printed and mounted ready for viewing. I may often improve them in the computer first, but that’s not entirely the point. Seeing them in print divorces the skills, the effort and the electronic wizardry from the finished picture. I love using the camera, both for snaps for me and pictures for my peers, but these pleasures are separate from looking at a printed photograph.

The image shown here has never been printed, but it has been projected larger-than-life to an audience – and that also worked for me, as I’d considered such an impact when I pressed the shutter.

So, as well as considering the viewer in terms of subject and content, I think the very act of printing and displaying our images also motivates us to get it right before we spend time and money. So does the presentation of your images make a fundamental difference to the picture? I think it does.

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A FUN DAY FOR ALL THOUSANDS OF people enjoyed a great day of family fun at this year’s Lions Club Fun Day. More than 2,500 people attended the annual event at the rugby club on 2 July, making it the Lions best yet.

The day had something for all ages, with rocket building, circus skills, bouncy castles, fairground rides, as well as entertainment and demonstrations on the main stage.

Stalls, stands and table-top sales provided more to do for visitors throughout the day.

As the glorious sunny day turned to night, a beer festival and a great lineup of local bands meant the fun lasted well into the evening.

A great array of activities meant the fun day had something for everyone

The hugely successful day raised around £4,000, which will be divided between the rugby club, the air cadets, local Scout groups and to provide books for local schools.

“We were delighted to provide such a good day for so many people,” said Adam Winzer, one of the club’s organisers. “Everyone enjoyed the attractions and there was something for all ages to enjoy.

“Thank you to everyone who attended. We all had a great time and can’t wait until next year.”

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SPORT Fortunes on the up IVYBRIDGE CRICKET CLUB’S 1st XI continue to put pressure on the league leaders, climbing to as high as 3rd in the table in early July.

Notable performances from Josh Zimmerman and Jeewan de Silva have led the charge, and club stalwart Kelvin Trent has returned to the sort of form that can see him turn matches single-handedly.

The 2nd XI too, after a run of defeats for an enthusiastic, young and inexperienced side, are now finding their feet and beginning to haul themselves away from the bottom of the table.

The Sunday team also features plenty of youngsters playing alongside well-established players, such as Jon Sparkes and Des Solomon. Promising performances from Adam Huxtable, Harry Solomon, Tom Hall and Andy Statton bode well for the future.

New players always welcome. For adult cricket enquiries contact Gareth (07944 978570) or Des (07984 456060), junior enquiries to Stafford (07941 247207) or Dave (07979 542155).

Catch a match in August 4th: Twenty/20 Friendly v. the Green Taverners, 6.15pm start 5th: Friendly v. Olton & West Warwickshire, 1pm 6th: 1st XI v. Ashburton, 1.30pm 9th : P&D v. Plymstock, 6pm 13th: 2nd XI v. Clyst Hydon, 1.30pm 14th : SDL v. Raleigh, 2pm 16th: Twenty/20 Friendly v. South Plymouth, 6pm 19th : Friendly v. Grand Union, 2pm 20th: 2nd XI v. Clyst St George, 1pm 21st: SDL v. Ashburton, (14.00) 27th: 1st XI v. Seaton (13.30) 26

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BUSY TIME FOR HARRIERS IT HAS BEEN a hectic few weeks for the athletes of Erme Valley Harriers.

Torrential rain throughout the Plym Valley Challenge did not deter Neil Holmes from finally coming home first after 2nd and 3rd finishes previously. Club colleague Andrew Perry also had a great run to finish 2nd.

Conditions were much better at the Torbay Half Marathon where Holmes continued his fine form by finishing 8th (1.17.30). Matt Brown was a

The relay race gets underway

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Matt Brown

Neil Holmes

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Harrier athletes relaxing after the Torbay Half Marathon

minute and a half quicker than at the Plymouth Half Marathon and got the better of Andy Trigg, who was quicker than Brown at Plymouth. Richard Ayson had his best half marathon run for four years and young James Mogridge also had a good run.

The annual relay race was a great success. Sixty-four teams competed in the event, including 10 from the Harriers, in which four athletes each cover a 2.5 mile single lap course. The Harriers’ senior ladies team of Emma Lake, Lauren Anning, Jaine Swift and Alison McEwing performed well, finishing 3rd; McEwing did particularly well as her time of 14.59 was only four seconds behind fastest lady Cathy Newman of Exmouth.

Hard luck story of the night belonged to Sharon Terry, who unfortunately slipped and injured herself near the finish. Sharon was overtaken

Are you up for the Challenge?

The Harriers’ are now planning for their next event, the Ivybridge Beacon Challenge on Sunday, 11th September. This scenic, but challenging, multi-terrain race starts and finishes in Victoria Park. The course covers around 7.5 miles of woodland and moorland paths, including the ascent of Western Beacon. A 1.5 mile family fun run through Longtimber Woods takes place alongside the main race. It is a safe course and walkers are welcome.

MORE: www.ermevalleyharriers.co.uk

meaning the Vet 45 ladies team, which also included Katy Mogridge, Carol Hansen and Myra McKay, narrowly missed out on winning their category.

Harriers help hospice – see page 16

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i Your Town Council Mayor Cllr Trevor Parsons Deputy mayor Cllr Christopher Childs Town Hall, Erme Court, Leonards Road Tel: 01752 893815 E: townclerk@ ivybridge.gov.uk www.ivybridge.gov.uk

Your councillors FILHAM WARD Cllr Christopher Childs Ermecote, Exeter Road Cllr Mrs Bridy Malin 28 Sumner Road, Bittaford Wood Cllr Trevor Parsons 7 Paper Makers Lane Cllr Mrs Frances Reeve 37 Mill Meadow Cllr Eric Robbins 3 Harford Road Cllr Mrs Elizabeth Silsbury 22 Brook Road CENTRAL WARD Cllr David Amphlett 39 Fernbank Avenue Cllr Phillip Dredge 34 Cole Lane Cllr Melvyn Vincent 27 Western Road WOODLAND WARD Cllr Lydia Farmer 128 Cleeve Drive Cllr David Gray-Taylor 24 Julian Road Cllr Anthony Khong 71 Trematon Drive Cllr Jim Lloyd 57 Holtwood Drive Cllr Mrs Katie Reville 39 Boringdon Park Cllr Alan Spencer 7 Claymans Pathway

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EMERGENCY Police Ambulance Fire ......................................999 Gas ........................................................0800 111999 Electricity............................................0800 365900 Water ................................................0800 1691144 RSPCA ..............................................08705 555999 Police – all station enquiries..08452 777444 Women’s Aid Refuge................01803 524594 HEALTH CENTRES/HOSPITALS Ivybridge Health Centre ........01752 690777 (24 hours) Highlands Health Centre........01752 897111 (24 hours) Derriford Casualty ......................0845 1558155 Plymouth Eye Infirmary..........01752 315125 LOCAL INFORMATION Ivybridge Town Council ..........01752 893815 The Watermark............................01752 892220 Youth Centre..................................01752 893040 Ivybridge CC..................................01752 691000 ICC absence line..........................01752 891777 Social Services, Ivybridge ......01752 891030 Age Concern..................................01752 691883 Royal British Legion ..................01752 892782 Chapel Place Community Centre ........................ ..............................................................01752 894394

The Seamoor Children’s Centre .......................... ..............................................................01752 896356 RNIB Transcription Unit..........01752 690092 South Hams District Council ..01803 861234 Trading Standards......................01752 304580 Employment Job Centre ........01752 336800 National Rail Enquiries ............08457 484950 COUNSELLING Samaritans ....................................01752 221666 Ivy Cottage Counselling..........01752 897224 Rape Crisis Line............................01752 223584 Childline ..................(freephone) 0800 111111 Alcohol and Drug Abuse ........01752 267431 Narcotics Anonymous..............07071 224017 NSPCC Child Protection helpline ........................ ......................................(freephone) 0800 800500 South Devon Women’s Aid Helpline ................ ..............................................................01364 644088 Ivybridge Library ................01752 893140 Monday ............................................9.30am – 7pm Tuesday ............................................9.30am – 5pm Wednesday ....................................9.30am – 5pm Thursday ..........................................9.30am – 7pm Friday..................................................9.30am – 5pm Saturday ..........................................9.30am – 1pm

RAIL SERVICES FOR IVYBRIDGE WEEKDAYS from 23 May - 9 September 2011 Ivybridge to Plymouth Des 07.59 PZ 09.05 PZ 10.27 PZ 12.26 PL 15.19 PL 16.28 Lisk 17.21 PL 19.12* PZ 23.11* PL Plymouth to Ivybridge Des 08.06 08.21 EX 08.53 09.08* PDN 09.48 10.03* PDN 13.41 13.56 NA 15.08 15.23 NA 16.57 17.12* PDN 17.45 18.02 EX 18.44 18.59 EX 21.25 21.40 EX

SATURDAYS from 28 May - 10 September 2011 Ivybridge to Plymouth Des 07.56 PZ 09.03 PZ 10.19 PZ 13.50 PL 16.47 PL 17.10* PZ 18.51 PZ 19.11* PZ Plymouth to Ivybridge 08.06 08.21 09.33 09.48* 12.00 12.15* 12.35 12.50 15.32 15.47 17.38 17.53 18.56 19.13 21.15 21.30

Des EX PDN PDN EX NA EX EX EX

SUNDAYS from 22 May - 11September 2011 Ivybridge to Plymouth Des 10.09 PZ 13.04 PL 17.08 PZ Plymouth to Ivybridge Des 14.06 14.21 EX 15.49 16.07 EX 16.38 16.53 BRI * High Speed Train | PDN-London (Paddington) | NA-Newton Abbot PL-Plymouth | EX-Exeter (St Davids) | PZ-Penzance | BRI-Bristol Lisk-Liskeard | All eastbound trains call at Totnes.

Information courtesy of Ivybridge Rail Users’ Group (IRUG); to contact the group call 01752 892220; or www.irug.com Full and mini timetables available from the Watermark Information Centre; National Rail Enquiries - see above or www.nationalrail.co.uk; First Great Western www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk

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