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Eagle impresses Easter crowds AN impressive bald eagle scared off the seagulls but attracted the crowds when it visited Lyme Regis last week. Lyme Regis Town Council organised for Xtreme Falconry to bring its bald eagle, weighing seven pounds, and a falcon to the seafront during the Easter holidays on a trial to see the effect the larger birds would have on seagulls in the area. See page 7 for full story. Photo by Rob Wheeler

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WITH a week to go before he seeks re-election, East Devon District Council leader, Ian Thomas, has resigned from the Conservative party. In a press statement, Mr Thomas, who lives in Ware Lane, Lyme Regis, said: “With a heavy heart, I confirm my resignation from the Conservative party on April 17 2019. “My decision was in no way related to the excellent case being presented by East Devon District Council Conservatives in the pre-election period. Theirs is an outstanding presentation based on the performance delivered by a capable and experienced Conservative led team. “It rather reflects deep disappointment in the performance of the party elsewhere. “I have resigned the leadership of the East Devon District Council Conservative Group but remain leader of the council until the annual meeting on May 22 if re-elected; otherwise I will step down on May 3. “I am arranging that all 2,192 electors in my home Trinity ward receive a personal letter, hand delivered by my team and me. This confirms that should I be honoured by re-election, I will sit as an independent councillor, not aligned to any political party or group, with this simple aim; to ensure that East Devon District Council delivers the services Axmouth, Combpyne-Rousdon and Uplyme residents want and value, in a caring, open and transparent environment.” Mr Thomas has represented the Trinity ward, which comprises of Uplyme, Rousdon, Combpyne and Axmouth, since 2009 and was elected leader of the district council in 2018. He will go head-to-head with Labour candidate Sarah Birnie in the May 2 district council elections (see page 11).

CALLS FOR CHANGE AFTER EIGHT YEARS OF SQUABBLING

LYME Regis goes to the polls on May 2 to elect a new town council after eight years of in-fighting and squabbles between councillors.

In this special Election Issue, the 16 candidates for the 14 town council seats outline their reasons for

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philip@lyme-online.co.uk standing, with several calling for change on how the council operates (see pages 8 and 9). It will be the first town election in Lyme for eight years with the last two councils at times bringing the town into disrepute. The town clerk

has had to warn members about their behaviour damaging the council, with a number of alleged breaches of the council’s code of conduct being referred to West Dorset’s monitoring officer and apologies having to be made. As well as voting for town councillors, the electorate of Lyme will be appointing the first member of

the newly-formed Dorset Council unitary authority (see page 11). Four candidates will be bidding for the one seat representing Lyme Regis and Charmouth - siblings Conservative Daryl Turner, a former county and district councillor, and his sister Cheryl Reynolds, a town and district councillor stand-

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Lyme prepares to go to the polls CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE ing as an independent. The other two candidates for the county seat are former town councillor Rikey Austin (Labour) and Rob Smith (Green Party). Dorset Council members and town councillors will serve for a period of five years. Polling stations for the Lyme elections will be at the Woodmead Halls and Hallett Court on Thursday, May 2, from 7am to 10pm. The votes will be counted in Weymouth and the results announced on Saturday, May 4. Candidates’ names will be listed on the ballot papers in alphabetical order. In the case of the town council, it is not necessary to vote for 14 names, just the people you feel will do a good job representing the town in a respectful manner. The existing town council will stay in power until May 6 and the new council will take over from that date.The new mayor will be chosen at the first meeting of the new council on May 15. That meeting will be chaired by the outgoing mayor, Councillor Michaela Ellis, who will have the casting vote if there is a tie for votes between two candidates. The call for younger people to put themselves forward for election was answered by Leon Howe, aged 20, son of former councillor Rikey Austin and her husband Paddy Howe, and 19-

year-old Kelsey Ellis, the youngest daughter of the mayor and her consort husband Alan. The other town council candidates include existing councillors John Broom, Richard Doney, Michaela Ellis, Brian Larcombe MBE, Sean Larcombe, Stephen Miller, Cheryl Reynolds, Jeff Scowen, Graham Turner and Stan Williams, and new candidates Belinda Bawden, David Ruffle, David Sarson and Gillian Stammers. Three existing councillors Derek Hallett, Pat Hicks and Patrick Ridley - are not standing. A number of candidates failed to put their home address on election addresses, required by law, and have been advised by the Electoral Commission to place an advertisement correcting this in a local newspaper (see page 22). Elections will also be held for Uplyme Parish Council, with 11 candidates standing for 10 available seats (see page 10) and for East Devon District Council, with just two candidates standings for the Trinity ward, which includes Uplyme. These are existing ward member Ian Thomas and Labour candidate Sarah Birnie (see page 11). There will be no election in Charmouth as only seven candidates put themselves forward for the 11 available seats. Meet the candidates with our Election Special on pages 8-11

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‘Disappointing’ traffic survey withheld from councillors A SURVEY on Lyme Regis’ traffic issues, commissioned by the town council for £25,000, has been deemed so unacceptable that it has been withheld from councillors. The council was expected to receive the report from engineering company Hydrock before Christmas and it eventually arrived in March, when town clerk John Wright expressed “bitter disappointment” in its delay and that it didn’t include any public consultation, which he described as a “key requirement”. The report, which is hoped will present ideas to alleviate Lyme’s traffic congestion, was considered to be in such a poor state that most councillors had still not received a copy this week. Giving an update at a Strategy & Finance Committee meeting, Councillor John Broom – who as chairman of the Town Management & Highways Committee has been privy to the report said he had met with the town clerk and deputy clerk to discuss the document and they hoped to meet with Hydrock next week to raise concerns. Councillor Brian Larcombe commented: “We as councillors, who asked for this survey to be conducted, still have not seen a copy of it and I don’t understand why. It’s been promised, it was six months late getting to us, we commissioned this as councillors and we still haven’t seen it.” Chairing the meeting, Councillor Steve Miller said: “The report should only be forthcoming when it is complete... as soon as we have it in an order that is acceptable, it will be passed out to all councillors, but there’s absolutely no point at this moment in time producing it for councillors.” Councillor Larcombe replied: “With respect, there is every point in giving it to councillors because councillors

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might find something you guys have missed. The council commissioned it, the council should see a copy of it, even in its first form.” Councillor Miller said that it was obvious what was missing from the report and confirmed that the council would withhold a “significant amount” of the cost of the project until it was brought up to standard. Councillor Jeff Scowen commented: “I really do believe and think that councillors should have seen it as soon as it came out. It’s not good enough for just a few people to look at it. ‘Disgusting’ “We commissioned it as a council and we’ve had too much of this sort of thing since I’ve been here; councillors not being involved enough. It’s a little disrespectful in this instance, when we’ve waited so long, you didn’t deem it suitable or necessary for all of us to look at it. I really feel strongly about this.” Councillor Broom said: “I believe it’s in such a poor state that if every councillor had it we would not get another report for two years. I’ll put it in plain language, it’s disgusting what they have done. It is very poor.” Councillor Derek Hallett – who is not seeking re-election at the May 2 elections – said he and any other councillors who were not re-elected would never see the report. “It’s a bit sad to finish up without a chance to see it,” he added. Taking into account the veracity of comments at the meeting, Councillor Miller agreed that all councillors would be sent a copy of the report the next day. However, he stressed that this would not affect the meeting with Hydrock and it would not be put on hold to receive comments from councillors.

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Landlords join forces to launch Pub Watch FRANCESCA EVANS

francesca@lyme-online.co.uk PUBS in the Lyme Regis area are joining forces to ensure they can provide a safe environment for residents and visitors. The Lyme Regis Pub Watch scheme was recently launched under the chairmanship of Rebecca DeVoisey of the Nag’s Head. Other licensed premises currently taking part include the Volunteer Inn, Pilot Boat, Ship Inn, Royal Standard, Harbour Inn and the Talbot Arms in Uplyme. The Pub Watch is part of a national scheme and will be working alongside the local police, with Police Community Support Officer Amanda King and Police Licensing Officer John Bean helping to get it off the ground. Local landlords hope that by working together they will be able to prevent issues such as antisocial behaviour, and provide a safe environment for the local community and those eating, drinking and socialising in local pubs. Members will be meeting quarterly to share information and best practise, and will operate a banning policy across all licensed premises that are a member of the scheme in the event of serious incidents. Mrs DeVoisey commented: “It’s really great to be working together, as before we were quite isolated. We hope this will be a positive thing for the town and will improve safety for our staff and customers.” She added that Lyme Regis Pub Watch would operate under a proper code of conduct, data protection laws and official protocols and processes set by the national scheme. Members are keen for more licensed premises in the area to get involved. Those interested in joining should email Rebecca on info@nagsheadlymeregis.com

PCSO Amanda King (far left) and some members of the new Lyme Regis Pub Watch scheme

Nag’s Head donates prizes for skate jam

A SUCCESSFUL skate jam was held at Lyme Regis skatepark on Saturday. The event was organised by Councillor Cheryl Reynolds and local skating enthusiasts, who were keen to show off their skills on the day and compete for some top prizes, including five new season skate decks from Palace Skate Boards, courtesy of Nag’s Head landlord James DeVoisey. Councillor Reynolds is pictured with Mr DeVoisey (left) and local skateboarder Chris Higgs (right).

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Full church celebrates the life of genial Ray Kemp St ANDREW’S parish church in Charmouth was full to capacity for a service of celebration for the life of Ray Kemp, one of the village’s most popular characters who died aged 78 after a long illness. The service was conducted by the Reverend Rosemary Bragg and there were readings by granddaughter Megan Glover and friend Mallory Hayter, and tributes from his two daughters, Sarah and Mandy. He also had a grandson Jonny. Ray was a keen sportsman, playing golf and cricket and was a professional footballer, turning out for Tonbridge, Gillingham and Fulham. Ray and his wife Treena were married for 55 years and moved to Charmouth from Kent, throwing themselves into village life, Ray being a keen member of one of The George skittle teams. Proceeds from a collection at the service were donated to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. Philip Evans writes: “Ray worked for me as an advertising rep at View From Newspapers and, despite being older than the young sales team around him, he was tremendously popular with a sharp wit and a great sense of fun. “At company social events he would often regale us with tales of his days as a professional footballer. He was one of life’s gentleman, always looking on the brightside of life, and was much admired by all who knew him.”

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Street Food Festival will return to Lyme this July Emergency services called to capsized boat DORSET Street Food Festival will return to Lyme Regis this summer, offering a weekend of fantastic fresh food and delicious drinks. Organised by Street Food Warehouse and sponsored by Encona sauces, the event will be held over the weekend of July 12 to 14 with stalls open from 12noon to 10pm daily on the rooftop area in Lister Gardens, above Marine Parade. For details and free tickets see www.dorsetstreetfoodfestival.co.uk

LYME Regis lifeboat crew were among those called to a major emergency services operation in Seaton on Good Friday. Emergency services were called to reports of a capsized 18-foot boat and two men in the water at the mouth of the River Axe at 10.38am on Friday, April 19. The younger man managed to swim ashore but was very cold and had swallowed sea water, and the older

man was found to be 300m off shore and was assisted by emergency services. The lifeboat crew worked alongside coastguards, Sidmouth’s independent lifeboat, Search and Rescue helicopter 178, South West Ambulance, the air ambulance and the Hazardous Area Response Team (HART), and later towed the boat back to Lyme Regis harbour. Photo by Seb Cope

Talk on Jane Austen in Charmouth Children assigned school places Supper event for women’s refuge CHARMOUTH Local History Society will host a talk on ‘Jane Austen in Charmouth’ on Friday, May 3. The talk will be given by Neil Mattingly and Phil Tritton at the village hall in Wesley Close at 7pm. It will cover the famous author’s stay at the Coach and Horses in Charmouth in the summer of 1803, before her visit to Lyme Regis that autumn.

NINETY-FIVE per cent of parents in Dorset have received the good news that their child has received a place at their first preference school. This includes places for children starting school for the first time in reception, as well as those transferring to middle or junior school.

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A BRING and share supper will be held at The Hub in Lyme Regis on Wednesday, May 29 to raise funds for Dorset Women’s Refuge. All are welcome to bring their own dish, enjoy a social evening and hear about the serves provided by Dorset Women’s Refuge and Women’s Action Network Dorset.

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WITH tight deadlines to stick to, Bank Holidays often go unacknowledged in newspaper offices, but this year I managed to take the full four days off for the Easter weekend, enjoying time to catch up with family, friends and soak up the sunshine. Lyme Regis was packed to the gills - the busiest Easter holidays I can remember. I’m not one to complain about the crowds - it’s all good for business - but I did swap my usual seafront walks and afternoons spent lounging on the beach for a little peace and quiet in the East Devon countryside. On Thursday evening Dad and I started with a walk along the recently-improved river path out to Uplyme, and then on to Cannington Viaduct, with a quick pitstop at the Talbot Arms on the way home. And on Good Friday I headed over to Salcombe Regis, near Sidmouth, and walked from the village down to Salcombe Mouth beach. I was back in Dorset on Saturday as my friend and I headed to Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens for Dorset Food & Drink’s first festival of the season. No avoiding the crowds here - the event was packed! As well as feasting on the wide selection of food and drink on offer, we enjoyed a walk around the gardens - an attraction I’d never visited before - and the stunning views across Chesil Beach. On Easter Sunday it was back across the East Devon border for a delicious roast lunch at the Fairwa-

ter Head Hotel. Hidden away in the leafy lanes of Hawkchurch, the elegant hotel offers stunning views across the Axe Valley and will soon be opening its stylish Laura Ashley Tea Room - can’t wait to try it! Meanwhile, celebrations in Lyme were in full flow with the annual Easter Bonnet Parade and you can see our coverage on page 17. Walking off lunch I headed up to Spittles woods, just below Lyme Regis Golf Club, and was met with a breathtaking sea of bluebells that seemed never ending. Don’t miss your chance to visit while the flowers are still in full bloom! How lucky we are to have such beautiful scenery - both coastal and countryside - on our doorstep and I hope you all managed to make the most of it over the sunny Bank Holiday. The four-day weekend was topped off with a cup win for Lyme Regis Rovers, who beat Combe A 3-2 in an exciting final to lift the John Fowler Cup on Easter Monday (see page 24). Celebrations at the Davey Fort went on to the small hours of the morning something I quickly came to regret when it was finally back to work on Tuesday morning! Francesca Evans, Editor

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Dorset Council answers Mary Anning play to be council tax questions held at Fringe Festival DORSET residents should have now received their council tax bill for the 2019/20 financial years, and the new unitary Dorset Council has released a handy guide to answer some commonly asked questions and explain how the money is spent, which can be viewed on the LymeOnline website by searching ‘council tax’.

THEATRE company Scandal and Gallows will premiere a play about the life of Lyme Regis fossil hunter Mary Anning at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this summer. ‘She Sells She Shells’ will be held this August and tickets are available at www.underbellyedinburgh.co.uk

Miles Davis tribute at the Marine MILES Davis was an American jazz trumpeter who became one of the most influential and acclaimed figures in the history of jazz. On Sunday, April 28 Sam Massey will be performing some pieces composed by Miles Davis in the Marine Theatre bar in Lyme Regis, including ‘All Blues’, and many associated with Davis over his career, such as ‘Stella by Starlight’. The bar will open at 7pm on for an 8pm start. Tickets cost £8 in advance or £12 on the door. To book, call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com

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HEN the new town council takes over running Lyme Regis in May, one of the first issues on the agenda is bound to be the fee which the makers of Mary Anning film ‘Ammonite’ have paid for disturbance money.

THE old adage that ‘you can’t please all the people all of the time’ is certainly true when it comes to local government. Although it was not their specific responsibility, Lyme Regis Town Council took a lot of stick for allowing the 172-year-old Mary Anning gravestone in the parish churchyard to deteriorate so badly They responded in the end by commissioning a stonemason to clean up the gravestone (above) which has been met with general approval - apart from a few on the LymeOnline website who thought the council had “ruined the patina and natural ageing of an old gravestone”. Another commented that it was “a very poor decision” and “had done nothing to give the site a special place in history”.

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When the matter was last discussed in the council chamber, town clerk John Wright, who negotiated the fee, made it quite clear he would not be revealing the amount because the film company asked for it to be confidential, but it would be disclosed to councillors at an appropriate time and if councillors wanted to make the amount public, that was up to them. When ‘The French Lieutenant’s Woman’ was filmed in Lyme in the early 1980s, Lyme was given £8,000, which was used to reform the town band. Today, that would be equivalent to about £34,000. However, an informed source has told me that the figure is a lot less than that, nearer to the £15,000 mark. When the council first discussed the fee in open debate, Ken Gollop, speaking from the public gallery, expressed the view that whatever the fee was it should not go into council funds but should be given to an organisation like the Rotary Club, as they were used to distributing funds to good causes. He suggested something like offering a youngster a bursary. My information, however, is that the film company is anxious for the fee to go towards the cost of the proposed project to erect a statue of Mary Anning and there seems to be growing support for this. There’s been some discussion on social media this week about how much the statue will cost with £200,000 being mentioned. At a council meeting it was stated that the statue could cost as much as £350,000, but my information is that it will be nearer £175,000 with the statue being one and a half times lifesize erected on a small plinth. There is bound to be some discussion on where to site the statue, the favourite option being on the new East Cliff promenade, what we used to know as Gun Cliff, near to the anchor, fairly central and not far from where Mary Anning discovered the famous ichthyosaur which now sits in the Natural History Museum in London. The cost of the bronze statue will be met by

Birds of prey on the front LYME Regis made the Jeremy Vine Show on BBC Radio 2 again last week - but this time it wasn’t about filthy toilets and the lack of cash machines. What caught the broadcaster’s attention this time was the sight of a Bald Eagle and other similar breeds mingling among the visitors to Lyme when the town council arranged a falconry trial in a bid to solve the increasing problem of seagulls causing mayhem when the swoop in to snatch food from those enjoying an ice-cream or a sandwich on the seafront. The councillors who witnessed the trial were public subscription with a crowdfunding initiative being launched soon. Mary Anning is now recognised an international figure and the project could attract worldwide support and possible financial assistance from the world of earth sciences. To date, there is no talk of Lyme Regis Council

pretty astounded how the seagulls suddenly disappeared when the birds of prey were set loose - but they soon returned when the eagle was put back in its cage. Local photographer Richard Austin, who has won awards for his wildlife photography, has seen many such displays and does not think the use of such tactics will solve the problem (see page 20). Whether it’s an economic solution to the problem remains to be seen, but at least the town council is trying all options to find a way of dealing with the seriously serious problem. making a contribution, but if the project is a goer they will surely be asked to do so in the future. There is no doubt that the Mary Anning phenomenon has brought many thousands of people to Lyme Regis and will continue to do so as the fascination for fossiling grows at an unbelievable rate.

Uplyme - the archetypal English village AFTER a hectic day at work last Thursday, my daughter Francesca and I decided to blow the cobwebs away and take a long walk on a glorious early summer’s evening. We strolled out to Middle Mill and through the woods to Uplyme, across the King George V playing field and up over the hill that overlooks the village where I stood for a few moments to take it all in. I don’t think I have seen Uplyme look more beautful in the early evening light. Below me was the Uplyme Football Club pitch in immaculate condition, the best I have seen and a far cry from the days when I played on it. The cricket field had been

freshly cut, the croquet players were practising and the refurbished tennis courts were in use. In the near distance, the cricket pavilion, village hall, parish church and pub all added to Uplyme being the archetypal English village. What I didn’t know was that Francesca took a photo of me surveying all and put it up on Facebook, attracting a number of mildly sarcastic comments on what I was doing in the village where my reputation is pretty well down the approval scale. Long story! Then we walked on as far as the old rail-

way viaduct at Cannington, where I hadn’t been for at least 40 years, and back to Uplyme where we stopped for refreshment at the Talbot Arms, meeting up with local resident Hayden White who was enjoying an early evening pint (as he occasionally does!). Then it was back home through the woods and Bumpy Field, full of dog owners exercising their pets. We had probably walked around six miles, more than I’m used to, but it made me think about how lucky we are to have such opportunities on our doorstep and how rarely I had taken advantage of it for much of my life.

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Eagle called in to scare off gulls BIRDS of prey were called into Lyme Regis during the Easter holidays, as a trial run to see what effect the larger birds would have on seagulls in the area. Lyme Regis Town Council has set up an action plan to tackle problems caused by seagulls, including signage, leaflets and stickers to discourage people from feeding the birds. But last week they turned to more drastic measures, with a falcon and bald eagle from Xtreme Falconry in Marshwood visiting the seafront for the day to scare off the gulls. Birds of prey are used to keep control of gull populations in many seaside resorts, as well as patrolling the skies around famous buildings, landfill sites and airports because they are recognised by seagulls as a threat. The visiting birds created quite an attraction on the seafront last week. The trial made national headlines and was discussed on radio. It has also split local opinion, with some saying they enjoyed the brief relief from seagulls and were able to eat on the seafront without the threat of the birds attacking them, while others have argued that the gulls should not be pushed out of their natural habitat. Councillors will now discuss whether they want to pursue this type of seagull control any further. Photo by Paul Starck

Local youngsters enjoy six day voyage on The Pelican

■ MEMBERS of the Lyme Regis branch of the Royal British Legion joined forces with Lyme Regis and Charmouth Lifeboat Supporters Group to stage a beach stall on Marine Parade on Good Friday, raising about £250 to be split between the two groups. Pictured above are Royal British Legion branch chairman Ian Marshall (centre) with his wife, Annemarie, and Legion committee members Anya Driver, Jacqui and Pete Ward.

■ A DUCK race held on Easter Monday raised £208 for this year’s Christmas lights display in Lyme Regis. Crowds lined the River Lim and joined town crier Alan Vian, Deputy Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Steve Miller, and his wife Heather in a countdown from five before members of the lifeboat crew released the plastic ducks into the water. Prizes were awarded for first, second and third place, as well as the last duck home. The event was organised by Lyme Regis Christmas Lights Committee who would like to thank all those who supported the fundraiser.

TWENTY-THREE local young people boarded the TS Pelican of London as trainee crew at Portland Marina on Wednesday, April 17 for the Lyme Regis Tall Ship Challenge to the Channel Islands. After being welcomed aboard by Captain Ben Swain, the crew ran through a safety briefing, familiarised themselves with the sailing ship and practised climbing the rigging. Each of the voyage crew were assigned to one of three watches, which kept them busy throughout the day and nights. The routine included sailing, hauling and heaving, climbing aloft, navigating, helming, being a look out, helping in the galley, cleaning the heads and showers. Watch leaders were PICTURED from Broad Street, the TS Pelican moored off Lyme Regis following Photo by Richard Austin Dot Wood, Fliss a six-day voyage with local youngsters combe and the next day was spent sailing, Gorst, and Marcus Dixon. Late in the afternoon, The Pelican sailed tacking and wearing. The final night was spent in Dartmouth from Portland Marina and headed south overnight through the Alderney Race to the before voyaging back to Lyme Regis and anchoring off the Cobb on Easter Monday island of Sark. Each of the three watches went ashore for to drop off the voyage crew. The young trainee crew raised funds to a ‘Selfie Treasure Hunt’ competition, which allowed the crew to explore the an island take part in the Lyme Regis Tall Ship Challenge and the six-day voyage was also made with no cars and fabulous coastal scenery. After anchoring overnight off Sark, The possible through the support of the G.F. Pelican sailed throughout the day to Sal- Eyre Trust and Lyme Regis Town Council.

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ELECTION SPECIAL

LYME REGIS TOWN COUNCIL - THURSDAY, MAY 2 2019 BELINDA BAWDEN

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RICHARD DONEY

KELSEY ELLIS

I’VE been coming to Lyme Regis since I was five years old on family holidays, then moved here more than 20 years ago to bring my daughters up in our safe, vibrant community. As a geographer, I feel blessed to live in such a beautiful landscape while understanding the sometimes differing needs of residents and visitors can create challenges. I am aware of the difficulties young people and families face living in a high cost area with seasonal and often insecure employment so would be interested to work with local businesses and entrepreneurs to explore sustainable ways to harness the creativity of the local community. As an educator, I am excited by the opportunities to learn about past and future environmental and climate change with the Jurassic Coast on our doorstep. With the Mary Anning Rocks campaign gaining international attention and growing public engagement worldwide in the need for urgent action to prevent catastrophic climate change, Lyme Regis should use its position as the 'birthplace of palaeontology' and centre of the Jurassic Coast to set the standard for public engagement in environmental sciences and public policy to develop more sustainable ways to live, work and thrive together while protecting the planet for future generations. If elected, I would campaign for Lyme to join other councils in declaring a 'climate emergency' and work with Turn Lyme Green, Plastic Free Lyme and others to develop net zero-carbon activities and achieve the transition needed towards a more sustainable, better quality of life for everyone.

FOR the past four years I have had the honour to serve on Lyme Regis Town Council. In that time I have been chairman of the Town Management and Highways Committee and vice-chairman of the Planning Committee. I am also vice-chairman of the Western Area of the Dorset Association of Parish and Town Councils and sit on the executive committee. I have to admit I was not born in Lyme Regis, but Devon, and was brought home to Lyme Regis when I was seven days old. I attended the local schools, completing my education at Lyme Regis Grammar School, after which I attended the local technical college. I have been in the construction industry all of my life. As a council we have improved the toilets by the amusement arcade, free Wi-Fi on the parade, showers to the beach area, secured the running of the local bus, a permanent park and ride on the east of the town, an in depth traffic survey and the lighting of the Langmoor and Lister Gardens, which hopefully will be complete by June of this year. But we must go forward, and I believe the next project which should be investigated is the Strawberry Field site. This has laid dormant for too many years, and I would like to see it become a community leisure site. Published by John Broom, 2 Providence Place, Lyme Regis DT7 3NZ

YOUR vote is important. Please use it. Whatever you think about the town council, it is vital that the electors of Lyme Regis make their views known. Of course, I would like you to vote for me. But why should you? I joined the council four years ago. I was determined not to be a councillor who simply attended meetings and made little contribution. So I have taken the lead or worked to support council officers on: the seagull campaign, beach wheelchairs, the restoration of the 71 town bus service, Plastic Free Lyme Regis, the step-free signage in the gardens and the seafront wi-fi. If elected, I shall continue working this way. But I also want the council to be more inclusive in its deliberations. Our town is full of people who have a wide range of life skills and experience. The council needs to pay attention to the views of our businesses, our young people and the many groups who care about our town by involving them. This will help the council make better decisions and operate more efficiently. As I said at the beginning, your vote is important. Please use it.

MY name is Kelsey Ellis, I am a Lyme girl born and bread and I am currently training as an apprentice accountant technician. My mother is Michaela Ellis, the current mayor of the town. My father is Alan Ellis, a local plumber and firefighter. I volunteer as a PI for the Lyme Regis detachment of the Army Cadet Force and I am also the deputy standard bearer for the Lyme Regis branch of the Royal British Legion. I would like to become a councillor in order to give a voice to the younger generations as well as to give back the town that I have grown up in. I want to work with a team of people who are passionate about keeping the town to a standard that we can all be proud of. As well as this, I want listen to and work with the local people of Lyme Regis to see how they feel the town could be improved.

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MICHAELA ELLIS

LEON HOWE

BRIAN LARCOMBE MBE

SEAN LARCOMBE

I HAVE lived in Lyme Regis all my life, attending St Michael’s Primary school and the Woodroffe School and went on to manage Woolworths. I am now the caretaker and bookings secretary for the Woodmead Halls and work part-time in Boots the chemist. I am married to Alan, a plumber and firefighter, and we have two daughters and a 16-month-old grandson. I am chair of governors at St Michael’s Primary School, chairman of the bingo association, a member of the Cancer Research UK committee, a trustee of the almshouses and a sides person at St Michael’s Parish Church. I have been on the council since 2001 and have served as mayor in 2010/11 and am currently the town’s mayor. Having lived here all my life and raised my family here, i would like to think I understand many of the problems that families living here face. I am putting myself up for election again because I enjoy the challenge of working to do the best for the town that I have always lived it. There is a very fine line between doing things for the residents who live here all year around and the visitors who come to enjoy our town, which in return provides many local people with jobs and income.

GROWING up in a small town like Lyme Regis, I understand that sometimes local politics can seem a little daunting. I spent years of my life wanting to become involved in the future of my town, but I didn’t feel that I would be able to understand the system, didn’t feel that my particular voice would be heard. For a lot of people in our town, especially young people I feel, there is no pull, no attraction towards local politics. And as a consequence of this I feel that many people in Lyme Regis aren’t seeing the changes they want to see in their town. Now I may not be nearly as experienced as other candidates for this position, but if I am voted in, then the one, most important thing I think I could do for this town, is make at least one person who doesn’t feel represented, be heard. That is after all what a council is for. Hearing the issues of the people, and representing those views. Now I understand that I may not always agree with every opinion that is presented to me, but this in no way makes these opinions less legitimate, less of a pressing concern to me. Your voice matters to me, and I will do my utmost to ensure that the town of Lyme Regis is a place you can be proud to call home.

I WAS born and brought up in Lyme Regis. I’ve worked for Rolls Royce and the UK Hydrographic Office; I’ve been a long-serving school governor and council chairman, and a member of Lyme’s council for the last four years. Lyme has a fantastic setting and historic legacy; it also has matters of the present and needs of the future. It is a special place to live and its attraction continues to bring rising numbers of holidaymakers and daytrippers. The impact the seasonal and weekend expansion places upon the town and the way it functions is significant and has to be balanced with the ongoing needs and interests of Lyme’s residents. While the seasonal benefit it brings is important, it is at a tipping point. The population within a couple of hours’ drive radius is huge and the pursuit of ever-increasing footfall to Lyme is not sustainable; the town doesn’t have the capacity to absorb more. Lyme has to become a destination of choice rather than simply a destination of number. There is continual pressure on local government resources at every level and the new Dorset unitary, with its thinner rural population and lack of urban concentration, will have raised difficulty in maintaining services. Towns like Lyme will need to look more to their own resources to maintain aspects of the quality of life within them. I’d like to be part of a council that will address today’s issues and future needs, and endeavour to make effective decisions and use of its resources; a council that is felt competent by those it interacts with and well-regarded by the residents in whose interests it should work.

FOR those of you that don’t know me, my name is Sean Larcombe, I’m 56 years old and married with three children. I have travelled extensively around the world, but always find myself drawn back to area I grew up in. I have lived in Lyme Regis for more than 16 years and work with my wife running our own successful business. For the past four years I have been doing my bit for the local council. I believe while in council chambers you should keep it professional and work to make the town a better place for everyone. I have the ability listen but also to speak out when there are issues that I have my own opinion on. If re-elected I will do my best to push forward the existing ideas that have not yet come to fruition, help local people and be heard as an advocate for Lyme Regis town. Whilst I believe Lyme Regis, as a seaside town, should embrace tourism, the people who live here all year round are equally important, if not more so. I am very approachable and happy to answer any questions in person, via email or phone. My details are on the council website or from the town council offices.

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LYME REGIS TOWN COUNCIL - THURSDAY, MAY 2 2019 STEPHEN MILLER

CHERYL REYNOLDS

DAVID RUFFLE

DAVID SARSON

I AM looking for your support to continue representing Lyme Regis as a town councillor, bringing a steady, pragmatic and reasoned approach to the requirements of this important role. I have served as a town councillor for Lyme Regis for the last four years, taking on the roles of chair of Planning and subsequently chair of Strategy and Finance committees. During the last two years I have also enjoyed the position of deputy mayor where I have been honoured, when called upon, to represent this town, together with my wife Heather, at events and functions, both in Lyme and across the county of Dorset. Lyme Regis is a fantastic regency seaside town with a rich tapestry of history sitting behind it and if this town council steers a course in the right direction, a town with a huge future in front of it. It will not always be easy blending together the needs of Lyme Regis residents, who are the heart and soul of this town, alongside those of visitors and holiday makers. There will also be the significant challenge that will come from the new unitary authority ‘Dorset Council’. These are challenges I wish to embrace. I passionately want to help Lyme Regis continue to be a fantastic place to live and visit and would like the opportunity to make that happen.

THIS election isn’t about me, it’s about you. It’s about you having the right people on the council who will strive to work for you, because it’s your town – even though at times in the past it might not have felt like it. For me, working for you means putting your interests first; getting done what you want done and prioritising that above the council’s interests or the policies of any political party. It means fighting for young parents to have better, affordable housing, it means sorting out our crazy traffic problems, with effective signage and systems to keep the big trucks out of the town, it means better breaks for local businesses and it means working for a safer Lyme, where law and order is paramount. It means working for the young people of the town to have a youth café that is somewhere of their own and it means making every effort to have better local bus services so that the elderly can get about more easily and enjoy the town that is very much theirs too. It means putting on more pressure to get our cinema back, it means sorting out the Three Cups once and for all, it means fighting for a plasticfree, greener Lyme and making your home town a prosperous, happier place where we are proud to live. This, and much more, I will work hard to win for you. I’m a doer, not a talker, and I do it all for you. Promoted by Cheryl Reynolds, 6 Manor Ave, Lyme Regis DT7 3AU

I PAID my first visit to Lyme Regis in January 2004 and was immediately enchanted by the town and its people. Oxfordshire was never going to be the same for me after that! Since moving here I have mostly worked in retail, currently at Quality Corner in Broad Street, where I have worked for the last nine years. Lyme has inspired me in many ways; I began writing, something quite unknown to me and have been fortunate to have had several books and short stories published including the ‘Sherlock Holmes in Lyme Regis’ trilogy of novellas and the comic ‘Twist of Lyme’ trilogy, partially set in the town. I have also ventured on to the boards in recent years and serve on the Marine Players committee. I am also a member of the Lyme Regis Society and have volunteered at the Weldmar charity shop and am currently a volunteer with the Lyme Regis food bank. None of which explains my decision to stand for council. My prime motivation for doing so is to put something back into the town that I love. I love the traditions and history associated with the town, but I want to assist in helping the town progress through the early years of the 21st century. We can all work together to solve the problems that come our way, not just for the residents, but also for the thousands of tourists who, after all are our lifeblood. I hope, should I be elected, I will do my very best to serve Lyme, preserving what is best about the town, but not neglecting the future challenges be they traffic, crime, social housing, etc.

MY name is David Sarson, I have lived in Lyme Regis for 14 years and am married to Erica. I have been actively involved in our community almost since arriving in this wonderful town. I have been a member of the Rotary Club of Lyme Regis for the past six years (president in 2016/2017), I am a co-ordinator for Royal Voluntary Services Community Companions for Lyme Regis, Charmouth and Bridport, an active member of Lyme Forward Community Lunches and Lyme Regis Residents Association, and, when I have time, I can be found at Lyme Regis Bowls Club. I am very keen to become more involved within my own community and assist whenever I can on local issues. Those who know me know that I am very approachable and a good listener, I enjoy engaging with the community and I am not afraid of hard work. If elected I will do my utmost to represent your concerns after all its your Town and it’s what you deserve. I will encourage an open dialogue between our Council and you the residents of our town to ensure your voices are heard. I am not politically motivated, I do believe in putting local issues before party politics. I do hope to have your vote on Thursday, May 2.

JEFF SCOWEN

GILLIAN STAMMERS

GRAHAM TURNER

STAN WILLIAMS

FOR the past three years I have had the privilege of serving on our town council, and it has been mostly an enjoyable and rewarding experience. I shall be standing for re-election in order to continue my quest to make our beautiful and special town and even better place to live and work. I have been actively involved in creating many of the council’s initiatives over the past few years, including the council’s new loos and free wi-fi on the seafront, better rubbish management, the future addition of Abbotsbury-style lights in the gardens, showers on the beach, the reinstatement of the town bus, the promoting of the Mary Anning statue, the commissioning of an in depth study of traffic in Lyme and better event management. However, I am not complacent, far from it, in fact other projects that I would like to see happen include the development of our 10-acre site, Strawberry Fields, on Charmouth Road. Here we could have a field study centre, maybe a swimming pool and other leisure facilities. The beauty of such a plan is that it wouldn’t add to Lyme’s traffic woes and would create jobs for locals. And how about modern water drinking stations and more colourful plants in the gardens? I would also like to see the council work more closely with the business and art communities and to encourage better involvement with the community as a whole. I would be honoured to be able to serve our fair town for another term, a place where I feel that we are all blessed to live and work.

I WAS born in Bridport and have lived in Lyme Regis for 25 years. My four children all attended local schools and two of them still live and work in the town. Much of my working life has been spent behind a post office counter. I started in Bridport and have been the manager at Uplyme Post Office for nine years. I cannot think of a more community-based occupation and I couldn’t estimate the number of people I have met and got to know over the years. I am pleased to see two younger candidates standing in this election. I hope the prospect of a voice on the council will encourage young people to vote and engage in local politics. Many of our young people take weekend jobs in their early teens and, by working in the tourist industry, they help to support the wealth of the town whilst learning valuable social and life skills. I think we should celebrate the young people of our town, particularly at a time when violence amongst the young is escalating in many towns and cities. The current council has made tourist friendly improvements on the seafront, but I would like to see the shelters brightened up, perhaps with a collaborative art project. I am a regular attendee at the Marine Theatre and am pleased the council continue to support it through grants. I am a supporter of the food bank and the Syrian Refugee Resettlement Programme. I think a lifetime of working with the public will make me an approachable councillor.

I WAS born in, and love, our beautiful town and people of Lyme Regis. For more than 50 years I have served out community; first as a lifeboat crew member for 30 years, rising to the position of senior helmsman. After this, I joined the coastguard which I have been in for more than 20 years and I was station officer for 18 years. This has been a life-enhancing and rewarding experience for me. I am well known and would like to think well liked, because I have spent much of my working life as an honest and reliable tradesman in the area. Having served on our town council now for over a year, I have come to support and appreciate some of the council’s projects. The forthcoming coloured lights and newlyformed nature trail in the gardens, as examples, I wholeheartedly support. Together with another councillors, I was also involved in the successful renegotiating of the bowling club’s lease, an institution that I greatly support, it being an integral part of our community. I would welcome the opportunity to serve you again here in Lyme Regis, truly the Pearl of Dorset. Thank you.

I AM asking for your support to allow me to represent you on Lyme Regis Town Council. I am an experienced councillor and I believe that I have the experience needed to serve you for another term. With a new unitary authority in place of the former district and county councils we need to keep a careful eye on what is happening around us. LRTC needs to be able to adapt and to be ready to bridge gaps where necessary. This is not a charter for the new unitary authority to ignore Lyme, but a promise that I will hold the new Dorset Council to account to ensure that Lyme is treated fairly. As ever I will continue to focus on the issues which impact residents, affordable housing, traffic, year round employment opportunities and trying to deliver a town that works for its locals whilst recognising the benefit of the income that the council obtains from tourism. This income enables the council to be able to invest in Lyme and to support the voluntary groups that work so hard to deliver services, opportunities and activities in Lyme. Lyme is a beautiful place to live but there is no doubt that it is a difficult environment for many residents in terms of accessing education, jobs, medical provision, etc. The council must continue working to focus on the lives of our residents and our community. Please note that I am at the bottom of the voting slip – please save me a vote!

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UPLYME PARISH COUNCIL - THURSDAY, MAY 2 2019 JOHN DUFFIN

PAULENE FROST

CHRIS JAMES

BARBARA KIDSON

I AM standing again for Uplyme Parish Council as I have a strong commitment to the parish which stretches back over twenty years. My proudest achievement whilst on the planning committee, alongside other members of the parish council, was our ability to influence the developers of Barnes Meadow to ensure a decent standard of building design, the creation of an open space around the war memorial and the planting of the millennium copse. I feel I still have a positive contribution to make, especially in environmental and planning issues. If I am elected, I would like to pursue the following objectives: ● To continue to implement the environmental recommendations set out in the Parish Plan, to which I contributed as a member of the working group. ● To promote appropriate affordable housing for local people and to ensure that any new developments are sympathetic to the rural character of Uplyme ● To encourage and sponsor tree planting in the parish and the continued maintenance and planting of the Millenium Copse in Barnes Meadow. ● To support the building of a new primary school to enhance the educational opportunities for local children ● To encourage the Parish Council to take an active role in promoting the Uplyme Community Sponsorship scheme for resettling a Syrian family. No photo of Mr Duffin was provided

I HAVE had the privilege of being an Uplyme parish councillors for 10 years and I have served as vice chair for the last year, enjoying the experience and challenges. During my service I have served on various committees, including planning and the emergency plan team. I have also been the parish council’s representative to Mrs Ethelston’s School Trust for eight years. When I see my old school build in 1960 already being rebuilt and compare it to Mrs Ethelston’s, which is almost 150 years old, it makes me more committed to help bring a new school to the village. Prior to moving to Uplyme with by husband 17 years ago, I worked 22 years in the John Lewis Partnership as a manager. I love the friendliness of the people in Uplyme and the community spirit, and I enjoy being involved in village activities. I have a family of three children, seven grandchildren and one great grandchild so I am kept busy but, should I be fortunate enough to be elected for a further term of office, I have time and commitment to help the parish keep its special identity and sustain the special environment in Uplyme within this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It would be a privilege to continue representing Uplyme Parish Council and its values to carry on improving the community environment.

MY wife and I have lived within Uplyme Parish for 15 years. After retirement from the Army as director of Defence Dental Services, I worked for five years in a dental practice in Lyme Regis. I have been unanimously elected chairman of Uplyme Parish Council for the last two years. Discussion may be robust but is never allowed to become personal. I believe that I chair an effective and responsible council, operating within budget. I chaired the committee formulating the Neighbourhood Plan, adopted in 2017. I was responsible for getting the deeds of the Millennium Copse transferred to Uplyme Parish Council from the Official Receiver. I always deal with parish business in a timely manner and ensure important issues are put onto the council agenda. I attend committee meetings of LymeForward, and the Coastal Communities Team, who gained the funding to improve the River Lim Path. I always seek to improve relationships with Lyme Regis Town Council. I prioritise issues raised by the Neighbourhood Plan. The parish environment, green spaces, pedestrian safety, litter, medical care and provision of affordable housing for local people are my personal priorities. If elected, I will be honoured to continue to serve our beautiful rural community.

I CAME on to Uplyme Parish Council four years ago. I had been working as part of the Neighbourhood Plan team with a particular interest in affordable housing for the young of the village and wanted to ensure that the plan was accepted by the parish council. We still need affordable housing and given any plan to do so I will be right behind it. I have lived in Uplyme now for 54 years and it was because I have lived in the village so long and raised three children here that I decided it was time to give something back, and that is my time. First, I became a trustee of the King George V playing field. The field is so important to the village as a place where anyone can enjoy being outside and playing games, whether football, tennis, cricket or just sitting in the sun. Then I joined the Village Hall Committee, became a trustee and now am chairman. The hall is the centre of the village and it is vitally important to ensure its survival to provide the facilities it does to the various organisations that use it. Next I started to attend parish council meetings and, being passionate about the village, I became a member of the Neighbourhood Plan team. I have enjoyed immensely working as part of a team that is so determined to work for the benefit of the village and would to be given the opportunity to continue to do so.

NEIL PULLINGER

WILLIAM (BILL) TRUNDLEY

ANDREW TURNER

REBECCA (BECKY) TURNER

I MOVED to Uplyme in 1990 with my wife and have lived in and around the village since then. I have been involved in various local groups in Uplyme over this time, including as governor and trustee for Mrs Ethelston’s Primary School, treasurer at pre-school, and on the committees for the Village Hall, King George’s Field and Uplyme Community Fund. I was also a governor at Woodroffe School, and treasurer at Uplyme Church for several years. I have been a parish councillor for the last four years and have applied to stand again. I have recently helped secure the necessary funding for Devon Air Ambulance night landing project in Uplyme, with work for this commencing after Easter. Although retired, I enjoy working in the Uplyme village shop two mornings a week. Why I want to continue to be a parish councillor: My involvement in local groups allows me to work alongside many residents, helping maintain and raise the profile of village groups and activities, and enhance both community spirit and village facilities. I care very much about Uplyme and want it to continue to thrive as a very friendly place to live. Working in the local shop makes me easily accessible to meet residents on a regular basis. This allows people to ask me questions and seek help and guidance where needed. I hope I can rely on your vote in the election on May 2.

BILL Trundley has worked in senior management roles in HM Forces, the Bank of England and a major UK pharmaceutical company, where he had global responsibility for several functions over 132 countries. Bill has a great passion for Uplyme and its strong community, and is determined to preserve the green spaces and beauty of the village. He is also concerned that local services and facilities for the village are maintained and will work to do his best to promote local issues and stand up for what matters. Since taking early retirement two years ago, Bill enjoys sailing, travelling and spending time with his wife. He is also involved in various community projects in the area aimed at improving opportunities for young local families and the well-being of its residents.

I HAVE been an Uplyme Parish Councillor for the past 12-plus years. I am glad I became a councillor and feel I have made a big difference in my time serving our community. I am one of the most active councillors in the parish and always try my best to help when I can. I’m chairman of planning and have been for the last eight years. We have consulted and responded to 97 planning applications during 2018 to East Devon District Council’s planning department alone. I lead the emergency volunteer group for our parish. We are mainly active during the winter months, when parishioners and property are more vulnerable to flooding, snow and ice. You will see me and our team out helping where we can, from helping people stuck in floods to using the parish gritter and my own equipment to clear the lanes in the parish from snow.

I AM currently the youngest Uplyme parish councillor and have been on the Committee for the last two and a half years. I am proud to be the third generation of my family to of been an Uplyme parish councillor. I feel I am one of the more active members on the council and try to help where I can. I’d like to think I am someone that you can come to if you had an issue and I enjoy getting my teeth stuck into new projects to help better our community. I’m currently chairman of the Millennium Copse Committee and the parish council representative for the village hall. A few projects I have been involved with are: the Devon Air Ambulance night time landing site (including helping fundraise), running Uplyme’s Spring Clean in 2018 and I’m also the person who is responsible for the recent Christmas lights, by securing funding and with help from a few kind volunteers and councillors to put them up, brightening our village during the festive season.

Also standing for election to Uplyme Parish Council:

Brian Mason, David Ostler and Colin Pratt

All candidates were given the opportunity to take part in this feature

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DORSET COUNCIL, LYME REGIS & CHARMOUTH WARD RIKEY AUSTIN - LABOUR

CHERYL REYNOLDS - INDEPENDENT

ROB SMITH - GREEN PARTY

DARYL TURNER - CONSERVATIVE

I SO often hear that national party politics has no place at a local level. There was a time when I believed this, but that time has passed. We are facing a future when not only national but global issues effect us all every single day. The local rise of foodbank use, the loss of public services and public transport, the slashing of funding to our schools, hospitals, fire service, youth workers and mental health services. All of these are a direct result of austerity and austerity is a political decision made at a national level by a Conservative (Tory) government, and implemented by local tory councils at all levels, including our towns and villages. Add to this, the global crisis that we face. Within my children’s lifetime it is predicted that Spain will become a desert and even effective food production will be unable to provide enough for half of the world’s population. Labour have committed to reversing austerity cuts by targeting tax evasion and closing the loopholes that ensure that while we fight to retain even our most basic needs as a community, under a Tory government, the wealthiest 10 per cent have seen their incomes sour by a staggering 20 per cent. Labour’s radical Green New Plan includes investment in green technology and banning the fracking that threatens our own protected landscape. We need declare a climate emergency and support local initiatives to reverse this trend. The time for thinking small is over. We have a fight on our hands.

I’M standing for Lyme Town Council and the Dorset Council because I believe that you can only effectively represent the interests of Lyme and Charmouth at a higher level if you are involved at ground level in what goes on here. In the past, Lyme and Charmouth has had a bad deal with the county council riding roughshod over our wishes and sometimes it’s felt like we’re last in the queue, not getting our fair share of the spending. I don’t think we deserve to be last, I think we deserve better. And that’s why I’m standing as your independent candidate, so that I’m not dictated to by the policies of any political party; I won’t be bullied by the party line, there’s only one line in my book and that’s our line, I’m putting our home towns first. I will fight to get better policing so that we all can feel safer, I will fight for a better deal for local businesses and for more money to improve services for families, the elderly, the disabled and the needy. I will fight for a better, greener future for our young people, to improve local opportunities for them to live and work here. I will fight for greater promotion of our towns so that we can be more prosperous but all the while remembering that it’s your home, not the visitors’, and your say comes first. I’m a doer, not a talker, I’ll get things done for you at every level. Published by Cheryl Reynolds, 6 Manor Ave, Lyme Regis DT7 3AU

I LIVE with my family in Lyme Regis. I am an active member of the comsupporting munity, Uplyme Church, the Marine Players and Turn Lyme Green. With a young family, I understand the need to protect the environment for future generations. I love this area, and am fully committed to its thriving, healthy community. Global warming is not a natural process. It is the result of poor decisions. Science tells us we have only 11 years left to stop catastrophic global warming, but have ignored it for 30. Lyme Regis and Charmouth’s breath taking coastal setting helps us celebrate the environment, but make us especially vulnerable to rising sea levels and extreme weather, which will only get worse if we don’t act now. Decisions made in Dorset matter. We can be part of the UK’s response to tackling climate change, and the UK should be leading the world. With my fellow Green councillors, I will speak up for the environment, ensuring the science is no longer ignored. We should transition from fossil fuels – not explore for more! The Green Party believes social and environmental concerns are inseparable. Our manifesto (https://tinyurl.com/greenmanifesto2019) spells out our aims to improve social housing. We will ensure that everyone working for the council – directly or subcontracted, will receive at least a living wage (not just the minimum wage). We will lobby parliament to ensure social care is properly funded. We will work to improve public transport.

BORN in Lyme Regis and educated at the Woodroffe School, I had an extremely successful military career in the RAMC. I believe my previous wide spectrum of qualifications and affiliations to professional bodies will continue to bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to Dorset Council. I am a married man with three children, a daughter of 29 years and sons of 25 and 15 years. My firm belief is that local people should be influencing local issues, while able to understand the bigger picture and gain the bigger benefits for the area. I’ve worked hard as your county and district councillor for the last 12 years; always putting our area first and completing the Local Government Association’s flagship Leadership Academy course. As a Cabinet member at the county council, I’ve been involved in the majority of decisions made and as a Shadow Executive member and portfolio holder for the Environment, Roads & Parks, I’ve been at the centre in creating the new council, one of 20 chosen from 206 councillors. I’ve never made promises I can’t fulfil, but do promise to get our fair share from our new council. My objective is simple, if re-elected I will continue to work with and help our communities. A Strong voice at the unitary table, taking your voice to Dorchester. I feel very able to represent Charmouth and Lyme Regis in the challenging years to come. This fiveyear term will be exacting in every way - I’m ready. Highly experienced and effective, working for you. Promoted by Antony Stanley on behalf of Daryl Turner, Koala Cottage, 2 Brussels Buildings, Middle Street, Bradpole DT6 3HU

EAST DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL, TRINITY WARD (inc. Uplyme) YEARS

SARAH BIRNIE - LABOUR

IAN THOMAS

I AM a busy working mum with two children in local businesses and run a couple of businesses serving Trinity ward. I have spent most of my life in the area. Affordable housing is a primary concern of Trinity residents, and as your councillor I will fight to hold private developers to the 25-50 per cent target and community infrastructure specified in the local plan. Too often developers put their profits before the needs of the community, and EDDC has been letting them get away with it. I will vote to put the district's Housing Revenue Account to work to build more homes for social rent based on local need, affordable on local wages for local people, and will make sure all new homes are built to a good standard. I will champion the green wedge and Uplyme’s identity. Tourism is a huge part of our ward. Our wonderful green countryside is our best asset and must be treated with respect. Every decision I make will have environmental protection at its heart. I will act to avert climate crisis. I will press for all housing developments to be sympathetic and eco-friendly. I will seek protection for wildlife and biodiversity, and adequate funding for flood defences. I will press for detailed information about management and disposal of waste/recycling. I will lobby for the safety of children and parents when walking to school and parking, for additional road safety improvements at Hunter’s Lodge, and will chase up those dangerous potholes.

I HAVE represented Trinity Ward since 2009 and offer myself for re-election as the only Trinity candidate living in the ward and eligible to vote here. Sue and I have been married for 37 years. We live in Uplyme, near Ware Cross, and have six children, the youngest educated locally, at Mrs Ethelston’s Primary School. I chair Uplyme & Lyme Regis Cricket Club, passionate about ensuring the future of cricket in Uplyme. Elected leader of East Devon District Council in 2018, I previously held Cabinet positions for Corporate Services, Economy and Finance. I chair the board of the Exeter & East Devon Enterprise Zone and represent East Devon on the Heart of the South West Joint Committee of local Aauthority leaders. This means local issues and opportunities in Uplyme, Combpyne/Rousdon and Axmouth are represented by an experienced, hardworking and influential local council member. Our priorities are my priorities - a safe, good quality, home for everyone; an economy working for all; protection for our natural environment; building sustainable communities, not just houses; improve rural broadband. East Devon collects refuse and recycling from 70,000 properties. Our 60 per cent recycling rate is a national leader, compared to just 30 per cent in Labour-controlled Exeter City Council. Nothing goes to landfill. East Devon charges the lowest council tax in Devon. £141.78 per Band D property, just £2.72 per week. To live in Labour controlled Exeter City Council would cost 9.4 per cent more. With your continued support, I will help ensure this continues.

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Why are we allowing plastic waste in the sea? ■ ON leaving the Cobb at 10am yesterday morning (Easter Saturday), I noticed that the two waste bins on the Cobb had not been emptied. They were both overflowing, a slight breeze was blowing and it was evident that shortly that waste would end up in the harbour. Considering that most of the world is trying to stop plastic, etc. entering the sea, how come

we here, in lovely Lyme, are allowing it to happen? It is disgusting! What an example we are showing to all the tourists who are visiting now. I wonder what the excuse is for those bins not to have been emptied? Hazel Read, Clappentail Park, Lyme Regis

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Friday, April 26

AMMF Fundraiser Along Came Polly, 9am-5pm Along Came Polly hair salon will be offering free washes and blow drys with all donations going to AMMF – the cholangiocarcinoma charity, which supports those suffering this rare form of liver cancer that occurs in the bile ducts. Book in advance by calling 01297 442750. Theatre: ‘Posting Letters to the Moon’ Marine Theatre, 7pm Reading of wartime letters between Oscarnominated actress Celia Johnson and her husband Peter Fleming, by their daughter Lucy Fleming and Simon Williams. Tickets £12.50 in advance or £15.50 on the door, plus 50p restoration levy – call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Bar opens 7pm for 8pm start. Friday @ The Pilot The Pilot Boat, 9pm Weekly live music nights at the Pilot Boat, this week with Elijah Wolf.

Saturday, April 27

Big Breakfast Uplyme Village Hall, 8.30am Uplyme Village Hall host a big breakfast to boost hall funds. Full English for £7, sausage or bacon roll for £3 plus various other options available. Bethany Chapel Coffee Morning Bethany Chapel, 10.30am Free monthly coffee morning at Bethany Chapel, Coombe Street, with donations welcome for the RNLI and Dorset Air Ambulance. Great Dorset Beach Clean Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre, 3pm Plastic Free Charmouth and Litter Free Coast & Sea host a free beach clean. Meet at 3pm outside Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre, all equipment provided, children must be accompanied by an adult. Music: ‘Alabama 3 Acoustic’ Marine Theatre, 7pm A blend of country, blues, and acid house, from the band famous for recording the theme to The Sopranos. With support. Tickets £15 in advance or £17.50 on the door – call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Bar opens 7pm for 8pm start. Live DJs @ SWIM SWIM, 8pm Resident DJs Tom Juno, James Baker & Friends play every Saturday night and Sunday afternoon at SWIM on Marine Parade.

Sunday, April 28

Great Dorset Beach Clean Monmouth Beach, 9.45am Free beach clean, meeting at the harbour slipway at 9.45am for a 10am start on Monmouth Beach. All equipment provided, please wear sensible shoes and clothing. Sunday Craft Market The Pilot Boat, 10am A weekly Sunday craft market at the Pilot Boat Inn, Lyme Regis. Call 01297 443157 to book a stall. Live DJs @ SWIM SWIM, 12noon Resident DJs Tom Juno, James Baker & Friends play every Saturday night and Sunday afternoon at SWIM on Marine Parade. Jazz in the Bar Marine Theatre, 7pm This special edition of the Marine’s regular jazz nights focuses on American trumpeter Mile Davis. Tickets £8 in advance or £12 on the door – call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Bar opens 7pm for 8pm start. Sequence Dancing Woodmead Halls, 8pm Lyme Regis Sequence Dancing Club meets every Sunday at 7.45pm for an 8pm start.

The friendly, welcoming group enjoys popular sequence dances and visitors are welcome.

Tuesday, April 30

Lyme Regis Society AGM & Talk Woodmead Halls, 2.30pm The Lyme Regis Society will hold their AGM followed by a talk on the proposed Dorset National Park by Sandra Brown and Ian Duckworth of the Dorset National Park Team. All welcome, entry is free for members and £3 for non-members, including refreshments.

Wednesday, May 1

Screening: ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ Marine Theatre, 6pm The Marine’s Oscar Wilde season returns with one of the funniest plays in English. Tickets £11 in advance, £14 on the door or £5 for under 18s - call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Bar opens 6pm for 7pm start. LRTC Full Council Guildhall, 7pm This will be the final LRTC meeting before elections on May 2. For agendas see www.lymeregistowncouncil.gov.uk Wednesday @ The Pilot The Pilot Boat, 8.30pm Weekly live music nights at the Pilot Boat.

Thursday, May 2

Local Elections 2019 Various polling stations, 7am-10pm Elections will be held for Lyme Regis Town Council, Dorset Council, Uplyme Parish Council and East Devon District Council. Check your polling card for your relevant polling station. Cinema: ‘All is True’ Marine Theatre, 6.30pm Starring Kenneth Branagh, Judi Dench, and Ian McKellen, this film tells the story of William Shakespeare’s final days. Tickets £6 in advance, £7.50 on the door - call 01297 442138 or visit marinetheatre.com. Bar opens 6.30pm for 7.30pm start. Lyme Regis Community Bingo Woodmead Halls, 8pm Bingo night every Thursday at the Woodmead Halls, raising funds for local organisations which are members of Lyme Regis Community Bingo Association. Pilot Boat Quiz Night Pilot Boat, 8pm Weekly quiz night at the Pilot Boat for teams of two or more with cash prize for the winner plus £100 jackpot prize!

Friday, May 3 - Sunday, May 5

Lyme Regis Fossil Festival Various venues, all weekend Enjoy one of Dorset's largest science festivals. Find out all about the amazing Jurassic Coast with specialist talks, walks and incredible interactive activities. Full details available at www.fossilfestival.co.uk

Friday, May 3

Friday @ The Pilot The Pilot Boat, 9pm Weekly live music nights at the Pilot Boat, this week with The Skalatans.

Saturday, May 4

Live DJs @ SWIM SWIM, 8pm Resident DJs Tom Juno, James Baker & Friends play every Saturday night and Sunday afternoon at SWIM on Marine Parade.

Sunday, May 5

Sunday Craft Market The Pilot Boat, 10am A weekly Sunday craft market at the Pilot Boat Inn, Lyme Regis. Call 01297 443157 to book a stall. Live DJs @ SWIM

Send your diary dates to francesca@lyme-online.co.uk www.lyme-online.co.uk/events SWIM, 12noon Resident DJs Tom Juno, James Baker & Friends play every Saturday night and Sunday afternoon at SWIM on Marine Parade. Lyme Bay Chorale Spring Concert St Michael’s Parish Church, 4pm A spring concert with a nautical theme performed by Lyme Bay Chorale and guest musicians. Tickets £13 in advance, £15 on the door or free for under 18s, including a buffet tea - call 01297 442138. Sequence Dancing Woodmead Halls, 8pm Lyme Regis Sequence Dancing Club meets every Sunday at 7.45pm for an 8pm start. The friendly, welcoming group enjoys popular sequence dances and visitors are welcome.

Monday, May 6

Football Club Cash Bingo Lyme Regis Football Club, 7.30pm Cash bingo in aid of Lyme Regis Football Club, held on the first Monday of every month. Eyes down 7.30pm, book of six for 10 games costs £4.20.

Tuesday, May 7

Cinema: ‘Rebecca’ Marine Theatre, 6.30pm Joan Fontaine plays the second wife of Maxim de Winter, forever in the shadows of the first. Tickets £6 in advance or £7.50 on the door - call 01297 or visit Bar opens www.marinetheatre.com. 6.30pm for 7.30pm start.

Wednesday, May 8

Talk: ‘The Festival of Britain’ Woodmead Halls, 10am Mathew Denney will be speaking about the Festival of Britain and its impact on the country. Coffee served from 10am, talk from 11am. All welcome, entry is free for University of the Third Age members and £2 for non-members. Uplyme Parish Council Uplyme Village Hall, 7.15pm For agendas see https://uplymeparishcouncil.org/ Wednesday @ The Pilot The Pilot Boat, 8.30pm Weekly live music nights at the Pilot Boat.

Thursday, May 9

Music: Jo Harman Marine Theatre, 6.30pm One of the UK’s finest female soul and blues voices, with support from Lyme’s own Joanna Cooke. Tickets £12.50 in advance, £15 on the door - call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Bar opens 6.30pm for 7.30pm start. Lyme Regis Community Bingo Woodmead Halls, 8pm Bingo night every Thursday at the Woodmead Halls, raising funds for local organisations which are members of Lyme Regis Community Bingo Association. Pilot Boat Quiz Night Pilot Boat, 8pm Weekly quiz night at the Pilot Boat for teams of two or more with cash prize for the winner plus £100 jackpot prize!

Friday, May 10

Music: Kris Drever Marine Theatre, 7pm Concert is from the Scottish folk guitarist from the band Lau, who won Folk Singer of the year 2017 and Best Original Track 2017 at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Tickets £12 in advance, £14.50 on the door. Bar pens 7pm for 8pm start. Friday @ The Pilot The Pilot Boat, 9pm Weekly live music nights at the Pilot Boat, this week with Singer’s Circle.

Nautical theme for spring concert

LYME Bay Chorale has chosen a selection of music with a nautical theme for its spring concert this year. ‘They That Go Down to the Sea in Ships’ will be held on Sunday, May 5 at 4pm in St Michael’s Parish Church, Lyme Regis. The concert is named after an anthem by the 20th century English composer Herbert Sumsion. The programme will also include ‘Messe Solenelle’ by Louis Vierne; ‘Meeres Stille und Glückliche Fahrt’ (‘Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage’), a cantata by Beethoven; and two seathemed pieces by Andrew Millington, formerly director of music at Exeter Cathedral, featuring baritone

Julian Rippon. Musical director Alex Davies will play the organ, and well-known local musician Nick Brown will play the piano accompaniment in the Beethoven cantata. Alex commented: “As we’re a coastal choir – and the churchyard at St Michael’s overlooks the sea – naturally we love singing music with nautical links. Tickets are £15 on the door or £13 in advance from Lyme Regis TIC, Penny Black Cafe or choir members. Young people aged 18 and under are free. Prices include a delicious buffet tea after the concert.

This month at the Marine Catch up with Lyme’s Little Theatre by the Sea

I’VE heard people say that once your body numbs, it’s fine. Call me a wimp but the thought of waiting until I can’t actually feel body parts so I can take a dip just doesn’t appeal, but with the superb spring sunshine, the beach has been very crowded over the Easter break though most of the lunatics in the sea were children and we all know they’re impervious to pain. Our new theatre sign went up with the help of the Lyme Regis Town Council, who very kindly let theatre tech Pete Hackett hitch a ride in the cherry picker they were using to repair the webcam. Talking of help, we got the heads-up that the Fossil Film Company were chucking away bits of set so we dashed over to see what we could salvage and helped ourselves, so we are now the proud owners of an ‘Ammonite’ prop. I’ve no clue what we are going to do with it but you just never know when you’ll need a fake stone pillar. If there’s one thing the Marine Theatre is, it’s adaptable and accommodating (OK that’s two things) and the Marine bar played host to the Tourist Information Centre’s interview panel for their seasonal staff. But then the theatre and the TIC have always worked very closely given they run our box office and help us a lot when it comes to our programme. Now you’d think working in the theatre that I’d be up for treading the boards but having been forced to do ballet and drama as a child I have no penchant for performing, but when I was asked to give a brief intro for music legend Julie Felix, I was more than happy to step up to the plate to welcome this incredible 80 years young singer who didn’t disappoint starting with her signature high kick! Have you seen we’ve got a bit of a musical hat-trick coming up?

There’s Jo Harman on May 9, Kris Drever on May 10 and Robyn Hitchcock on May 11. Gabby and I enjoyed ourselves at the mayor’s charity Civic Night. The very talented Ali of Dottie Kitchen served up a delicious meal and the entertainment was supplied by local talent DeltaTango7, so after a couple of glasses of Chardonnay (there was no prosecco) I was up on the dance floor with council hopeful Belinda Bawden and existing councillor Jeff Scowen. Talking of letting your hair down, we are getting quite a collection of single earrings that our eagle-eyed duty manager has found after various gigs. We frequently get calls about missing scarves, gloves and glasses but never a missing earring. Or maybe there is a group of one-eared women living in Lyme… I’m pretty sure there will be no chance of lost earrings tonight at ‘Posting Letters to the Moon’ with Celia Johnson and Peter Fleming’s daughter Lucy Fleming reading their wartime love letters, or you could come and listen to Mariella Frostrup chatting to Mark Hix about his latest book on 20 May. I had an extra short Easter week; I took a day off that I tacked onto the long weekend although it turned out to be a long drive (seven hours) up to Nottingham. My sister and I were hoping to paint the town red but I’ve seen more life in the floundering whitebait that are chased onto the Lyme beach by the mackerel. I dreaded the prospect of the return journey in the sweltering heat and suddenly the thought of numb body parts was marginally more appealing.

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Swing into spring with skanda big band JAZZ Jurassica, Lyme Regis’ jazz and blues festival, is braced this year for a ‘Skanda’ invasion. Equinor, a big band of 23 musicians from Stavanger, Norway, are due in Lyme to perform a spectacular one-off concert dedicated to their favourite king of swing, Duke Ellington. The band has performed at major festivals in Europe but rarely in the UK. The band’s spokeswoman, Mari Gjaever Walmsley, said: “We’re really looking forward to what will be only our third appearance in the UK and can’t wait to visit Lyme Regis. “We hope to explore the Jurassic Coast as we have some professional geologists in the band who are keen to explore the legacy of Mary Anning, the town’s famous fossil hunter. So, we’re sure to be spending some time on the beach!” The band includes seven saxophonists, five trombonists, four trumpeters, a pianist, one on bass, guitar, percussion and drums plus two singers. Musical director, Tor Yttredal, is professor of jazz at the University of Stavanger and promises to throw in a couple of saxophone solos of his own.

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Festival organiser Julie Sheppard said: “We’re thrilled the band’s chosen our festival as their only UK appearance this year. “They’ll inject fresh energy into the much-loved repertoire of Duke Ellington. “Big band concerts are always popular, but increasingly rare these days. So, this is a very special treat for all of us. We just hope we can fit them all on stage!” Equinor Big Band perform ‘Shades of Ellington’ at the Marine Theatre on Saturday, May 25 at 5pm as part of Jazz Jurassica. Tickets cost £10 and are available from www.jazzjurassica.co.uk or call 01297 442138. The festival will run from Friday, May 24 to Monday, May 27 with full details on all concerts and events at www.jazzjurassica.co.uk

SATURDAY 25TH MAY

DOORS OPEN 30 MINS BEFORE PRINTED SHOWTIME

KICK ASS BRASS 8:30pm-10:30pm

MARINE THEATRE TICKETS: £15/£20 on the door

Big, brassy and kick ass bad! Inspired by the soul classics of James Brown and Earth Wind & Fire, Kick Ass Brass let rip. This brassy ten piece kicks off the festival with a funky “let- your-hairDOORS OPEN 8pm down” Friday night party.

PETE CANTER TRIO 8pm | SWiM | FREE

Sax driven groovy swing with a hint of Latin.

SOUND OF BLUE NOTE BBQ 12:30pm-3pm MARINERS HOTEL TICKETS: £18 +B/F INCLUDES BBQ From syncopated swing to spunky boogaloo, Sound of Blue Note deliver a lively, exciting afternoon performance with some of the best BBQ food this side of the Atlantic. DOORS OPEN 12pm

EQUINOR BIG BAND 5pm-6pm

MARINE THEATRE TICKETS: £10/£12 on the door Special Norwegian guests, Equinor, put the swing into spring in their homage to Duke Ellington. Don’t miss the best swing concert you’ll hear in 2019. DOORS OPEN 4.30pm

LAURENCE JONES 8:30pm-11pm MARINE THEATRE TICKETS: £18/£15 | £20/18 on the door Dubbed by many as the new Eric Clapton, guitar wizard Laurence Jones and his new band return to give another electrifying live performance. Support: Adam Sweet Band DOORS OPEN 8pm

TICKETS

Online: www.jazzjurassica.co.uk Ticket Hotline: 01297 442138 In person: Lyme Regis Tourist Information Centre

CHARLI & JAKE 5:30pm LYME REGIS BREWERY | FREE The ever popular Bristol based vocal and piano/bass duo. CAPRICORN 1 8pm | SWiM | FREE Fusion fantastic with hefty bass-driven funk. DELTA TANGO 7 9pm | NAGS HEAD | FREE Rock, country and blues from popular local band.

Fossil Festival returns this May

HAVE you ever held a 200 million year old fossil in your hands? Have you ever dreamt of becoming a polar explorer? Can you design your very own prehistoric creepy crawly? All these questions and more will be answered in a weekend of science, discovery and fun at this year’s Lyme Regis Fossil Festival, held over the weekend of Friday, May 3 to Sunday, May 5. The Fossil Festival will once again host some fascinating exhibitions throughout the town centre, including the Natural History Museum, the British Antarctic Society, the Palaeontological Society and lots of local scientific organisations, as well as some thought-provoking and entertaining talks and lectures in the Marine Theatre. On the Saturday night, youth music charity B Sharp and students from The Woodroffe School and Mrs Ethelston’s Primary School in Uplyme will be entertaining an audience at the Marine Theatre in a journey through sound, light and music in a concert called ‘Evolution Rocks!’ There will be plenty of opportunities to follow in the footsteps of local hero Mary Anning by discovering your very own fossils when you join one of the many guided fossil hunting walks over the weekend. There will also be stalls selling a variety of fossils, jewellery and dinosaur gifts to ensure you can take home a souvenir of the Jurassic Coast. The whole weekend kicks off with a dazzling lantern display along the seafront, which organisers promise “will truly be a sight to behold”. Full programme details and further information can be found at www.fossilfestival.co.uk

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MONDAY 27TH MAY

JAZZ BY THE BEACH 12pm-5pm MARINE SHELTERS | FREE 12pm 1pm 2pm 3pm 4pm

Big Band Swing Louise Parker Something Old Something New La Vie en Rose We are Leif

DOORS OPEN 30 MINS BEFORE PRINTED SHOWTIME

NEIL MAYA’S BRUBECK BRUNCH 12:30pm-2:30pm ROYAL LION HOTEL TICKETS: £25 includes 2-course brunch

MATT CARTER & LEIGH COLEMAN 5pm-6:30pm MARINE THEATRE TICKETS: £10/£12 on the door

DOORS OPEN 4:30pm

Matt and Leigh put Stevie Wonder’s songbook in the spotlight in their new show Signed, Sealed, Delivered. Adding something extra to familiar grooves the sound is foot stomping, finger-clicking good!

BOOKING ESSENTIAL DOORS OPEN 12pm

Saxophonist, Neil Maya, brings together four of the south west’s finest musicians for a special celebration of Dave Brubeck’s effortless cool. Bank Holiday Brunch is held in the Oak Restaurant, Royal Lion Hotel.

ADAM SWEET’S MONDAY BLUES 12pm-5pm MARINE SHELTERS | FREE 12pm Adam Sweet Band 1pm Vince Lee 2pm Joanna Cooke 3pm Ian Briggs 4pm Grace Gillan & Jake Miller (House Band - Ian Jennings, Garry Kroll, Paddy Blight, Sebastian Boleslawski, Nathan Austin)

POWERHOUSE GOSPEL CHOIR

8:30pm-10:30pm MARINE THEATRE TICKETS: £18/£22 on the door Powerhouse Gospel Choir is a red-hot bootyswaying gospel choir who have worked with Quincy Jones, Pharrell Williams and Tom Jones. They’ll raise the roof, rattle the doors and set your spirits soaring. Hallelujah! DOORS OPEN 8pm

WE ARE LEIF 8pm | SWiM | FREE JUNKYARD ANGELS 8pm | NAGS HEAD | FREE

SLINKY MACHINE’S GUESTIVAL 6pm-8pm | SWiM | FREE

Jazz fusion maestros, Slinky Machine, will host the festival’s final fling to round off the perfect weekend.

JAZZ JURASSICA 2020 FRIDAY 22ND - MONDAY 25TH MAY Follow our social media for 2020 updates www.jazzjurassica.co.uk

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Anything Goes... at the Woodmead Halls

ICKETS are selling well for Lyme Regis Musical Theatre’s 98th production - Cole Porter’s ‘Anything Goes’ - to be performed at the Woodmead Halls from Tuesday, May 14 to Saturday, May 18.

The cast are hard at work rehearsing for the musical which was last performed to rave reviews by the former operatic society in 2005. Featuring some of Cole Porter’s classic songs, including ‘I Get A Kick Out of You’ and ‘You’re The Top’, the story of ‘Anything Goes’ centres around the fulfilment of unrequited relationships on the ocean liner S.S. American bound for Europe from New York. The show will see local stage favourite Kelly Apps (nee Street) swapping her usual leading lady

stage role for her first appointment as director and she has put together a talented cast which is sure to delight Lyme Regis audiences. Cast in the leading roles are Silvey Webber (nightclub singer Reno Sweeney), Joe Binmore (stowaway Billy Crocker), Grace Herbert (beautiful American heiress Hope Harcourt) and Tom Lowe (Hope’s English fiancé Sir Evelyn Oakleigh).

100th ANNIVERSARY Other leading parts are being taken by Ian Styles, Vanessa Loader, Brian Boyt, Robin Brakstad, Peter Ward, Scott Robson, Susan Wiscombe, Val Cullimore, Brian Rattenbury and Harry Locket. Reno’s Angels will be played by Susie Gambie, Jasmine Hussey, Elaine Street and Nicole P. Ward

and the ensemble includes Larry Gibbons, Richard Ferreday, Jo Hopkins, Tina Woodhall and Louise Rawlins. The society is currently exploring suitable shows for next year’s May production, which will be the 100th anniversary show, and will also be presenting a concert version of their first ever production in 1921,‘The Mikado’, on August 1 and 2 2020. Tickets for ‘Anything Goes’ are available from Lyme Regis Tourist Information Centre (01297 442138). Don’t miss the chance of winning four free tickets to the opening show on Tuesday, May 14 by answering three questions from this editorial (see below). The winning party will also receive a bottle of prosecco at the interval.

PRINCIPAL cast members Joe Binmore, Silvey Webber and Ian Styles study their lines at a rehearsal for ‘Anything Goes’

ANYTHING GOES - May 14-18, Woodmead Halls, Lyme Regis - tickets on sale at the TIC 01297 442138

WIN 4 TICKETS FOR THE OPENING NIGHT OF ANYTHING GOES Just answer the three questions from the editorial above and send to: Anything Goes Competition, LymeOnline, Unit 5, Uplyme Business Park, Uplyme Road, Lyme Regis, Dorset DT7 3LS 1)

What was the first show Lyme Regis Operatic Society performed?

Name the nightclub singer

In what year did Lyme Regis Operatic Society last stage ‘Anything Goes’? Closing date: 5pm on Friday, May 10

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Beautiful bonnets on parade at Easter celebration BONNETS big and small were on display as Lyme Regis celebrated Easter over a scorching weekend. Kicking off the busy events season, the annual Easter Bonnet Parade was held on Easter Sunday, organised by Lyme Regis Regatta & Carnival Committee. The procession was led down Broad Street and along the seafront by town crier Alan Vian and the Deputy Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Steve Miller, and his wife Heather, standing in

for mayor Michaela Ellis and husband Alan who are currently enjoying a trip to Lymeâ€™s twin town of St Georgeâ€™s, in Bermuda. Entrants were joined by Lyme Regis Majorettes as they made their way through the town centre in the sunshine. Before the procession, the colourful creations went on show at Lyme Regis Baptist Church for judging in a number of age categories, with prizes sponsored by Lyme resident Judith Pothecary and local businesses.

THE Deputy Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Steve Miller, presented prizes to winners of the Easter bonnet competition before leading a parade down the high street Photo by Richard Austin

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Mayor welcomes 120 to Civic Night THE Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Michaela Ellis, welcomed more than 120 guests to the annual Civic Night earlier this month. Following two years as First Citizen, this was the last major event hosted by the mayor before the town council elections on Thursday, May 2, when Councillor Ellis will be among the 16 candidates seeking election. More than 120 guests, including the mayor’s family and friends, fellow councillors and many representing local organisations, were announced on arrival at Woodmead Halls by town crier Alan Vian. They were then greeted by Councillor Ellis and her husband Alan, along with the civic party of deputy mayor, Councillor Steve

Miller, deputy mayoress Heather Miller, town clerk John Wright and macebearers Derek Hallett and Paul Oakley. The Reverend Keith Vivian said grace before guests sat down to a two-course dinner provided by Ali McLoughlin and her team from Dottie Kitchen. Entertainment was then provided by popular local band DeltaTango7. During the evening, the mayor presented a cheque for £4,000 to representatives of St Michael’s Parish Church in Lyme Regis to go towards the repair of the clock tower, which was chosen as Councillor Ellis’ charity of the year. A raffle was also held on the night to raise extra funds for the mayor’s charity.

THE Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Michaela Ellis (far right), presents a cheque for £4,000 to representatives of St Michael’s Parish Church for their tower fund - her chosen charity of the year. Below, pictured with husband Alan, daughters Jarvia and Kelsey, their partners and her grandson Reuben

JOHN Dover, chairman of the Lyme Regis/St George’s Twinning Committee, and his wife Jan are welcomed by the civic party

ROTARY Club president Peter Fortnam and his wife Lynne are greeted by the civic party. Left, Councillor Ellis welcomes former mayor Ken Dibben

THE mayor welcomes Sophia Moseley, manager of the Marine Theatre

FORMER headteacher of St Michael’s Primary School, Annabelle Grose, is welcomed by the mayor, who is also chairman of the school governors

THE Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Michaela Ellis, raised £400 at an Easter bingo in aid of her chosen charity of the year. Councillor Ellis - coming to the end of her second term as mayor - chose to support the St Michael’s Parish Church Tower Fund this year, to help towards repairs to the church’s clock tower, which is suffering from water ingress. The bingo night was held at the Woodmead Halls earlier this month and Councillor Ellis (pictured far left with helpers) would like to thank all those who donated prizes, supported and attended the event.

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Forget seagulls, this eagle could take on a helicopter! THE recent visitor to Lyme Regis under the ‘Scare off a seagull’ banner was a falconer with his magnificent bald eagle (see page 7) and it reminded me of George Hedges and his massive white tailed fish eagle called Evie. While a bald eagle could take down a seagull, it looks like Evie could take on a helicopter. She truly is a massive bird, shown to be so with George nestling under her massive wing. Although her diet is almost all fish you just wouldn’t want to be on the sharp end of those talons. Unfortunately, birds of prey, intermittently static or flying on Lyme’s seafront, will not stop the gulls from nesting or stealing food from unsuspecting people. I would love to see the birds of prey display every week, great for adults and kids alike to see these birds up-close. Bald eagles catch and eat pink flamingo - that’s mother nature at work, killing it slowly as the eagle rips it to pieces. Imagine a bald eagle catching a seagull on Lyme seafront, killing and eating it as people walk by licking their ice creams. According to Wild Scotland, the eagle is also known as the seaeagle. The white-tailed eagle is the largest bird of prey in the UK and the fourth largest eagle in the world. Its wingspan can be almost 2.5 metres in length, standing at a height of almost a metre. Hunted to extinction in the 1800s, the sea-eagle was successfully reintroduced to the west coast of Scotland in the 1970s and 1990s and to the east coast in 2007. Breeding pairs are now found on the Isle of Skye, Rum, Mull and several sites on the west coast. Other than by its size, the white-tailed eagle are identifiable by a pale head, white, wedge-shaped tail and broad rectangular wings. Sea eagles are scavengers but will also hunt for fish, rabbits and seabirds.

Former receptionist named hotel’s new general manager THE Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant in Lyme Regis has appointed Fiona Guest as its new general manager. Fiona (pictured left) first joined The Alexandra Hotel in March 2008, as a receptionist. Her talent and dedication quickly shone through and saw her begin to move up through the business – first as head receptionist then as events co-ordinator. During her 11 years, she did have one very brief break for a couple of months in a traditional nine to five role. However, Fiona quickly realised that she missed working in hospitality and in particular with the team and guests at the Alexandra, and returned to the hotel in 2012. Director Kathryn Haskins said: “We are absolutely delighted to appoint Fiona as general manager. The Alexandra is a family business with a strong family outlook, so we make it our priority to nurture talent from within – Fiona’s progression through the ranks over the last eleven years is testament to this. “We know that Fiona will take on this new role with the same enthusiasm and passion as her previous roles, and we can’t wait to see the hotel thrive under her leadership.” Fiona added: “I am so grateful to be given the opportunity to step up to general manager and I can’t wait for the challenge that this new role will bring and I look forward to many more years working with at the Alexandra.”

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Bond back in the old groove with 4 goals PHILIP EVANS

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WITH just one more game to play, Lyme Rovers moved to the top of the Perry Street League Division Three after a workmanlike and impressive 5-2 victory over fourth placed Thorn-

combe Reserves at the Davey Fort midweek.

The Seasiders’ third string got off to a shaky start against Thorncombe when they conceded a goal in the first two minutes after a mix-up in the Lyme defence which left keeper Rob Harp exposed. But they soon settled down and had numerous scoring chances before former First Team top scorer Joe Bond, getting his fitness back after a period travelling, scuffed the ball over the line after excellent work by Dec Ellis, who beat several defenders before laying the ball off to Pete Peacock, whose shot was parried by the keeper. Bond was lurking among a throng of defenders to steer the ball home on 37 minutes. Within three minutes the Rovers had taken the lead, and again it was Bond who was well positioned to rifle the ball home after controlling it cleanly. The Rovers started the second half strongly and extended their lead in the 47th minute with Bond completing his hat-trick after a good inter-passing movement between Scott Meyers and

Pete Peacock to make it 3-1. Thorncombe got back in the game through a penalty for handball but Lyme regained the initiative in the 79th minute through a well placed Darius Pickering free-kick and Bond completed an excellent performance with a real goal-poacher’s strike after a brilliant run from Ellis It would be difficult not to give Bond the man-of-the-match accolade, having scored four goals, but Dec Ellis, recovering from a serious knee injury that kept him out for many months, was in brilliant form which will be welcome news for First Team manager Gerard Hitchcock who will no doubt be already thinking of his lineup for next season. Lyme defended well with joint manager Niall Davis missing very little in the air and his co-manager Rob Larcombe working hard in midfield. This season the Rovers have nurtured some impressive young talent and it won’t be long before the likes of Darius Pickering, Freddie Andrews, Ollie Alner and Ben Bowditch are knocking on the door of the Reserves and First Team.

Valuable points for the Reserves

JOE Bond celebrating his four-goal haul for Lyme Rovers

LYME Regis Reserves picked up three valuable points at home against Sampford Peverell. The game at times felt like a pre-season friendly with the away side creating little or no threat on Lyme’s goal. Shane Featherstone opened up the scoring with goals to follow from Jamie Rodriguez, an own goal, and two fine strikes taken by the returning Joe Urquhart. A late defensive mishap between there centre back and goalkeeper provided Sampford Peverell with single consolation goal. With four more games left to play, this victory keeps the Reserves in fifth place in the Devon & Exeter League Division Four.

Keeper Meech in sparkling form LYME Regis 1st look almost certain to finish in the top six of the Devon & Exeter Premier division after holding a strong Exmouth Town 2nds to a goalless draw. A point was enough to keep the Seasiders in fifth place and, with just two games left, only Witheridge will be able to overtake them if they fail to win their final matches. A fifth or sixth place finish would be an excellent result in Lyme’s first season in premier football, the highest standard in which they have played. Although the Exmouth second string are five places below Lyme in the Premier table, they are never an

easy side to beat and with no first team game they fielded a strong side against their Dorset visitors. There was very little between the two sides throughout the game with both teams missing a penalty, Robbie Fellingham being the Lyme culprit. DEFENDED WELL Lyme found themselves under pressure for long periods but with a makeshift back-four they defended very well and keeper Will Meech was in sparkling form, pulling off three fantastic saves to keep the Seasiders in the game as well as saving a penalty. The Seasiders competed exception-

ally well in the second half with midfielders Fred Parsons, Mark Bailey and Robbie Fellingham working like Trojans. But they created few chances up front and the ones that they did were defeated by an over-active linesman’s flag. The best chance of the day came in the last minute when Joe Bond, coming on as a substitute for his first taste of first team football this season after returning from his travels, hammered in a goal-bound shot which was cleared off the line by Exmouth’s experienced keeper, Martin Rice.

Tigers come out on top in the Jurassic clash Southwest Peninsula East Division Sidmouth Town 1 Axminster Town 3 THIS game was billed as the Jurassic coast derby which saw the Vikings of Sidmouth take on the Tigers of Axminster. Sitting fifth in the table, Axminster were rightly billed as the pre match favourites. Sidmouth came flying out of the traps and found themselves one up after Fenrec Bodor picked the pocket of centre backs Dan Beer and Jon Hurford to calmly tuck the ball past visiting keeper Ashley Smith inside the first three minutes of the game. Sidmouth could not believe their luck and were really buoyed by the early goal and sensed maybe an upset was on the cards. All season the Tigers have shown real belief and quality and eight minutes later they had equalised when Oscar Latas found the net from 20 yards out catching home keeper Jake Wreford completely by surprise and out of position 1-1. Axminster spent the remainder for the half focussing on not conceding further as they knew kicking down the slight slope in the second half would enable them to be braver and commit bodies forward. Sidmouth shaded the first half but could not find the required end product to cause the Tigers any further problems. Axminster tweaked their style after the break and it was paying dividends as they were posing a constant threat to the home side’s back line. On the 55th minute a hashed clearance from Wreford gifted former Vikings striker Ashley Small with a one-

on-one situation, however Wreford made amends for his earlier howler and produced an excellent save from his former team mate. Five minutes later Tigers Luke Finn headed wide a glorious opportunity when well placed. On the 65th minute Small did get on the score sheet heading home after a terrific corner routine 1-2. This clearly deflated the young Vikings and as expected Axminster took full advantage of this and went for a third goal. Axminster really got their passing game together which was pleasing to see as surprisingly the Manstone pitch was in poor condition and clearly needs a summer break. On the 75th minute Axminster deservedly scored a third goal, Latas comfortably hitting the back of the net when well placed from ten yards out. The Tigers went onto to create additional half chances with Tony Pinder, Ben Allen and Jacob Rowe all unable to find the net. Joint Manager Josh Stunell said post-match: “Sidmouth battled hard, particularly in the 1st half and I thought Ben Miller and Louis Spalding had good games for them, but our lads deserve a lot of credit in the way in which they listened to instructions and carried out the second half game plan. Jonny (Joint Manager) and myself were delighted with the quality we displayed in the second half, playing good football on a poor surface was very pleasing. We would also like to praise the match referee who had a great game. Man-of-the Match Oscar Latas

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Three gross birdies win the day By Richard Jackman CHRIS Brice and Craig McGown won the Andrew Black 4BBB at Lyme Regis Golf Club with an impressive score of 45 points, which included three gross birdies as they piled on the points especially on their back nine of 24 points, to win by two clear points. David Lock and Nick Northey returned a brilliant back nine that included a nett birdie and gross eagle on two consecutive holes to earn second place on countback ahead of Paul Courts and Tony Harley who had two much steadier halves also on 43 points. The first mixed midweek stableford saw an excellent win for Mark Lewis as he was one over gross par on each nine, starting both nines with a bogey, but apart from that, played flawless golf as he won with 42 points. Lewis’ convincing round overshadowed Alan Hill’s more er-

ratic performance, but despite some poor holes, stalwart scores on the back nine, including two nett birdies gained him second spot on 39, while Paul Courts was again on the leaderboard in third with 36. The ladies also played their Andrew Black 4BBB and there were two scores of 40 points. Debbie Shinners and Kate Helm just had the better back nine so won on countback, amassing 15 points in the last six holes including a brilliant four-pointer on the tricky 16th. Corinne Jones and Judith Ellard had a very promising front nine scoring 22 points with some good complimentary golf, but a couple of poor holes on the back nine just cost them gold. Cyndy Mudford and Geraldine Wickes also sparkled on the front nine with 22 points, ending up with 38 to finish third.

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Rovers’ cup triumph FEATURED GAME PHILIP EVANS

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LYME Rovers crowned a glorious season by lifting the John Fowler Cup in a 3-2 victory over the upand-coming Combe St Nicholas A at Halstock on Easter Monday, despite conceding a goal in the sixth minute.

The Lyme third string have already qualified for promotion from the Perry Street League Division Three and they put in a gritty performance to provide the Seasiders with their only silverware of the season in front of a 200-strong Bank Holiday crowd. The Rovers are still in with a shout of finishing top of Division Three with just one more game to play against sixth placed Merriott Dynamos. They have to win this last fixture of the season on Saturday (April 27, kick-off 2.30pm at the Davey Fort) and then wait to see how league leaders Winsham United Reserves fare in their final game, also against Merriott Dynamos, on Thursday, May 2. At the moment, the Rovers sit one point behind Winsham but with a better goal average. Monday’s cup final started at a hectic pace with the young Combe team, playing down the slope, looking very sharp and forcing the Lyme keeper, Rob Harp, into a fantastic diving save. The Rovers looked a bit nervous but soon settled down with Ben Bowditch’s long throws causing the Combe defence all sorts of problems. But it was Combe who took the lead in the sixth minute with a fine Neil Govier cross shot into the corner of the net which gave Harp little chance. The Rovers were back on equal terms within three minutes with a Rob Larcombe lob towards goal from 30 yards out which was fumbled into the net by the Combe keeper. And within a minute the Rovers were in front when Pete Peacock was brought down in the box and Finlay Mclean duly converted the penalty. There was very little between the two sides in the first half with the Combe youngsters dangerous as they took full advantage of the slope, but as they mounted attack after attack they found the Lyme defence in determined form, especially centre-back Toby Fowler who made a number of great clearances. Lyme held onto their lead until

LYME Rovers celebrate after beating Combe A 3-2 in the final of the John Fowler Cup on Easter Monday half-time but Combe continued to pressurise the Lyme defence after the break and in the 55th minute Jack Dallimore levelled the scores at 2-2 with an electric run down the left flank before slotting the ball home. As the game progressed, the Rovers started to use the slope to their advantage with huge kicks from keeper Rob Harp forcing the Combe defence into some desperate clearances. The Lyme skipper, Dec Ellis, was unlucky not to have scored after a blistering run ended with his shot just skimming the outside of the post, followed by a freekick that he curled just wide. The all-important winner came in the 69th minute from a short corner and an excellent cross from Darius Pickering which Finlay Mclean put away with a bullet-like header. Lyme could have increased their lead on the 75th minute in a bizarre incident that saw Scott Meyers get his head to a goal-bound corner but managed to head it out of the goal rather than into it! Combe had a half-chance to have forced the final into extra time before centre back Niall Davis bravely cleared the ball with a diving header which left him with a shoulder injury. Combe have a reputation for bringing on young players and this was a fine example of the style they

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Saturday, April 27 Lyme Regis Rovers v Merriott Dynamos Kick-off 2.30pm

Seasiders need to finish season with two wins LYME Regis first team have to finish the season with two wins to secure a top six position in the Devon and Exeter Premier Division, the highest standard the club has played in. The Seasiders go into the penultimate Saturday of the current campaign in fifth place following their 0-0 draw at Exmouth Town 2nds on April 13 (see match report on page 23). Tomorrow (Saturday) they make the long trip to Okehampton Argyle, second from bottom in the Premier table, and then finish the their season on Monday, May 6th when Feniton are the visitors to the Davey Fort. Witheridge 2nds are hard on Lyme’s heels in sixth place, trailing by three points but with two games in hand. But tomorrow (Saturday) they have to meet top-four side Cronies and could easily drop points here. A top six finish out of the 15 competing teams will be a satisfactory season at Premier level and will give manager Gerard Hitchcock confidence that with two or three more squad players Lyme could challenge for league honours next season. Lyme Reserves are also in fifth place in Division Four with four more games to play. Tomorrow (Saturday) they are away to third placed Halwill 2nds and their season does not finish until May 11.

Cricket starts this weekend

WE DID IT! Rovers’ management duo of Niall Davis and Rob Larcombe pictured with the John Fowler Cup after their 3-2 victory over Combe A have nurtured over the years, quick and fast, with a number of them destined to play at a much higher standard. For the Rovers this victory was the culmination of an excellent season full of grit and determination with a great team spirit engendered by joint managers Rob Larcombe and Niall Davis. It was a good all-round show with

Toby Fowler and Niall Davis uncompromising in defence, Pete Peacock running his socks off up front and skipper Dec Ellis leading from the front with some devastating runs especially in the second half. The Lyme boys celebrated in style after Ellis lifted the trophy the Seasiders last won 30 years ago in the 1988-89 season.

UPLYME & Lyme Regis Cricket start their new season tomorrow (Saturday) with a friendly 40-over game against Crewkerne at the King George V playing field, starting at 2pm. The season proper commences on. Saturday, May 4 when they travel to Woodbury & Newton St Cyres in the Devon Cricket League Division E East, followed by a friendly on Sunday, May 5 against touring side Bussey from South London. During the winter months club members have worked hard of refurbishing the club pavilion, including double doors opening out onto a terrace.

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