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Marching through the rain POURING rain didn’t put off the crowds as they turned out to watch The Rifles march through Lyme Regis as part of commemorations to mark 100 years since the end of the First World War. The regiment attended a re-dedication ceremony at the town’s war memorial See pages 11, 12 & 13 for full report and photos
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ARRESTS BUT SHOPLIFTERS LET OFF WITH A CAUTION POLICE have defended the manner in which they dealt with a 999 call after a village shop was targeted at least three times in one day by shoplifters who threatened staff.
The incidents happened on Sunday, August 26 at the village stores in Charmouth with a senior staff member saying they were “totally
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parish meeting to discuss crime prevention in the village. After the incidents were highlighted on social media, a number of Charmouth people offered to camp outside the shop to prevent the thieves returning again. Parish council chairman Peter Noel wrote personal letters to the Chief Constable and Police and Crime Commissioner for Dorset expressing his concern about how the incidents were handled.
Speaking at last week’s meeting of Charmouth Parish Council, Mr Noel said: “I was very disappointed with the way the events were handled around the travellers in the village. “I have had a letter today from the local police inspector and we need to think about what we can possibly do. “The shops I know are talking CONTINUED ON PAGE 3
GREAT sadness in Lyme Regis this week following the death of former pub landlord Ted Bignall, aged 90. Mr Bignall, a popular figure with young and old, ran the Angel Inn in Mil Green for many years and then worked as steward at the Wootton Fitzpaine Social Club before retirement. The brother of Olympic athlete Mary Bignall Rand, Mr Bignall hailed from Chewton Mendip in Somerset and worked on the railways before moving to Lyme. He was actively involved with Lyme Regis Skittles League during his time as a landlord and was a keen supporter of the Lyme Regis branch of the Royal British Legion and Lyme Regis Football Club. A funeral service will be held at St Michael’s Parish Church at 12 noon on Friday, October 12.
B Sharp appoints new chief executive LOCAL youth music charity B Sharp has announced the appointment of a new chief executive and artistic director. Ruth Cohen, who has been working with Daisi, the Exeter-based, arts-inspired learning organisation, will take over B Sharp at the end of November. She takes over the helm from B Sharp founder Fran Williams, who spent over 11 years building the organisation. REPORT, PAGE 10
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THE first drop-in session of the Axminster and Lyme Regis Cancer Support group was held on October 1 at the Scott Rowe meeting room at Axminster Hospital (pictured above). Group administrator Tracey Grinter said: “We were delighted to see new faces and be able to offer refreshments and a friendly chat. One lady said she was so pleased to be able to have a local support group as she had been travelling to Exeter. “October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we had lots of information to display. We will be featuring different cancer types throughout the year and are arranging
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LYME Regis Community Lunch took place for the first time at Lyme Regis Football Club last month, with about 30 residents enjoying a two course meal of roast chicken followed by apple pie. Nigel Ward of the Lyme Regis-based Portcullis Alarms spoke about the personal security alarm he had donated to the group’s raffle. For every visit to the Community Lunch and the Meet and Remember session which follows, a free raffle ticket is given so you could receive two free raffle tickets in one day. The draw for the prize of the personal security alarm, plus a second prize of an aromatherapy massage donated by Heather Godfrey at Aromantique, will take place at the Christmas lunch in December. After the Community Lunch the business moved on to the Meet and Remember session, where Heather gave a short talk on the benefits of aromatherapy and there was an opportunity to experience an aromatherapy hand massage. The next Community Lunch is Thursday, October 18 at the football club (please note this is not a Wednesday) when the menu will include steak pie, vegetables, lemon tart and cream for £6. Tickets are available from Penny Black Café, behind the post office. The Meet and Remember session will follow, with Yvonne Addington giving a talk about the effect the food we eat has on our mood. Refreshments available, all welcome, free entry and parking. For help with transport or for further information, contact Heather Prior on 01297 441224.
Autumn dog walk LYME Regis Musical Theatre will host an autumn dog walk on Sunday, October 7 to raise funds for next year’s show. The walk will be approximately three-miles long, starting at Theatre Square at 10.30am and heading up the valley through Bumpy Field and Timber Hill before returning the theatre for refreshments. There will be a £3 charge per walker. Walkers without dogs also welcome.
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Council to spend £30,000 on CCTV TOWN councillors have agreed to upgrade the CCTV system around Lyme Regis to help prevent crime and antisocial behaviour. The council set the town security project as one of its objectives for 2017/18, with a budget of £30,000. The CCTV Advisory Service was then appointed to conduct a feasibility study earlier this year and, following their report, councillors this week agreed to upgrade existing CCTV cameras at the Guildhall and around the Marine Parade shelters, and to set up new cameras in the Anning Road playing field, the gazebo in Langmoor Gardens and the amenities hut in Lister Gardens. The report from the CCTV Advisory Service said the upgrade of the camera outside the Guildhall would help to identify vehicles which regularly damaged the historic listed building, while the cameras at the Marine Parade shelters needed to be upgraded to provide clearer images and help prevent anti-social behaviour which had been reported in the area. It was also suggested that a permanent camera in the gazebo in Langmoor Gardens could help prevent antisocial behaviour and one in the amenities hut in Lister Gardens, which serves the mini golf and table tennis,
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francesca@lyme-online.co.uk would help prevent against theft and protect staff. With regards to the the Anning Road playing field, the report noted that there had been several reports of young people gathering in the teen shelter late at night and causing disruption, criminal damage and using motorbikes in the park. It suggested a re-deployable CCTV camera, which would not be a permanent fixture but could be moved to various areas as needed. Councillors have already agreed to remove the teen shelter following complaints from neighbouring residents, but speaking at this week’s Town Management Committee meeting, Councillor Cheryl Reynolds, who voted against removing the structure, said she was planning to present a rescinding motion which had been signed by the necessary six councillors to reverse the decision. She said that installing CCTV instead of removing it would deter people from using the shelter in the middle of the night. Comparing the teen shelter to the gazebo in Langmoor
Gardens, Councillor Reynolds added: “Look at all the things that have happened in the gazebo and we haven’t taken that down.” Speaking on the proposed CCTV scheme, Councillor Jeff Scowen commented: “We have a low crime rate but it’s prudent to take precaution, especially as we don’t have much police presence.” However, Councillor Richard Doney said he was opposed to the “proliferation of CCTV unless there was a good reason for it”, and said the council had not discussed what it was hoping to achieve with the increased CCTV coverage. He also questioned how successful the cameras would be at identifying culprits and whether they would actually put people off committing crimes. The town council’s operations manager Matt Adamson Drage said that images from the CCTV cameras on Marine Parade had been used to help police in the past. Councillor Scowen added: “When people know they are being recorded they do not misbehave. It’s a fact.” It was agreed to get quotes from three companies for the installation of CCTV to the specification outlined in the report by the CCTV Advisory Service.
Two arrests but no charges for travelling shoplifters ■ CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE about having some form of alarm system, where they can contact each other if something comes up and I think the caravan sites are happy to get involved in that as well. “May be we should invite the police to come along to the next annual parish meeting to give their two penn’orth of things because we haven’t seen anybody. “They used to come to our meetings and report on things. They need to come an communicate with us. Most people you talk to in the public they think that if the police get involved they tend to arrest the wrong people because someone tried to help. “We do need to get a grip on this. It’s silly really. It doesn’t do them any favours. This is my personal view.” Councillor Noel said the police were called at 8.03pm on the day and responded by 8.23pm. But he claimed they knew about problems at Wood Farm in the morning and he was sure they must have had other calls, although he accepted this was conjecture. Responding to a request from LymeOnline for
a statement, West Dorset Neighbourhood Inspector Neil Wood said: “We would like to reassure the community of Charmouth that there was a proportionate policing response when we dealt with a report of shoplifting at Charmouth Stores at 8.03pm on Sunday, August 26 2018. “Officers arrived a short time later at 8.26pm and arrested two men, aged 36 and 32, on suspicion of shoplifting. Contrary to speculation within the community, I can confirm that both men were taken to custody at Weymouth police station and interviewed by officers. They were dealt with and received a caution for the offences. “With regard to unauthorised traveller encampments it is important to stress that it is the responsibility of the landowner to take the lead on managing these in the first instance – whether this is the local authority or a private landowner. Dorset Police is responsible for crime-related issues and community engagement between the settled and travelling community. I am confident that a reasonable policing response was carried out in relation to the encampment set up in August.
“Over the next few weeks I have asked the Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) to make contact with the parish council so we can look at ways to improve our opportunities for two-way dialogue, so when situations such as these occur residents can be updated with the correct information at the earliest opportunity. “I have also asked the NPT to make contact with local traders to discuss crime prevention matters and the introduction of a Shop Watch scheme in the area.” Charmouth Stores’ owner Phil Tritton commented: “Charmouth Traders are liaising with the parish council to try and set up an alert scheme so that we can spread the word quickly around the village if there are travellers in the village, but also regarding shoplifters and counterfeit notes. “I will be meeting with Councillor Paul Oatway shortly to see if we can come up with a satisfactory solution that also includes the local police.”
Youth groups invited to apply for funding THE Rotary Club of Lyme Regis is now accepting funding applications from local youth groups following the announcement that Candles On The Cobb raised more than £9,700 this year. The Rotary Club took on organisation of the spectacular event for the first time this year, and raised significant funds despite poor weather on the day of the event in August. Half of the proceeds will go to the Royal British Legion to mark the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War, with the other half being split between local youth causes. Groups from Lyme Regis, Uplyme and Charmouth can apply, with priority given to specific projects. Applications should be sent to Richard Cridge on richard.cridge@sky.com stating briefly what the money would be used for.
Public meeting to take forward Mary Anning statue
ANYONE interested in having an input in the campaign to erect a statue of fossil collector Mary Anning in Lyme Regis is invited to attend a public meeting. The meeting will be held on Thursday, October 11 at 7pm in the Guildhall. Town and parish councillor Cheryl Reynolds, who has been leading the project, commented: “ We have a great deal of interest and want to make sure this project gets off the ground. It is true that it has been brought up before but this is the first time anything has been done about it. “We have the backing of the museum and many other local and famous people. Please come and join us.”
Storage needed for carnival committee
LYME Regis Regatta & Carnival Committee is looking for storage space for its fundraising equipment. The committee is hoping to find a garage, shed or land on which they can erect a storage unit for a low price or free. This will help the committee to continue running its fundraising events throughout the year, which benefit local good causes. Anyone who may be able to help the committee is asked to contact 01297 306152 or email info@lymeregiscarnival.co.uk
New Army Cadet Force to provide ‘fun, friendship and adventure’ FOLLOWING the announcement that a new Army Cadet Force (ACF) would be set up in Lyme Regis, public meetings will be held for all parents and potential cadets on Tuesday, October 9. The meetings will provide parents and young people the chance to learn more about the ACF, what kind of activities in includes and to meet Colonel Richard Taylor, the County Commandant who has been working with town and district councillor Cheryl Reynolds to set up the new branch. Meetings will be held at 6pm and 7.30pm in the Guildhall on Bridge Street. Councillor Reynolds commented: “It has been a pleasure to be involved and to make this work for all the youngsters in the area.” The establishment of a new ACF in Lyme Regis comes following the controversial closure of the Combined Cadet Force at the Woodroffe School, and it is hoped former members of this will join the new branch. The Army Cadet Force has nearly 40,000 cadets in more than 1,600 detachments all over
the country and is one of the biggest and best clubs around. A spokesperson for the ACF said: “When it comes to fun, friendship, action and adventure, it’s hard to find anything that beats the Army Cadets. “Become an Army Cadet and you’ll be spending your spare time taking part in adventurous activities like rock climbing, mountain biking, archery and abseiling. “There will also be plenty of chance to play all your favourite sports because the ACF has competitions for both boys and girls at county, regional and national level. “So you might end up a little wet and muddy, but wouldn’t you rather be having the time of your life with some great new mates, instead of just sitting in front of a TV or computer alone in your room?” Members must be aged 12 by September 1 at the start of Year 8 in school, and under 18 years. For more information, contact Cheryl Reynolds on 01297 443814 or 07796 074 849.
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Porsche visiting every lifeboat station in UK Marine gives away tickets for a year
A COUPLE who are driving their Porsche 911 to every one of the RNLI’s 238 lifeboat stations made Lyme Regis their 208th destination on Wednesday. Retired builder James Richardson and his interior designer wife Belinda started their marathon trip in London in August and are due to complete the clockwise journey around the whole of the British Isles and Ireland when they reach the Tower lifeboat station on the River Thames at the end of this month, with the aim of raising £56,000 for the RNLI.
Rotary donates dictionaries to children THE Rotary Club of Lyme Regis continued with its ninth year of distributing illustrated dictionaries to local schools. This year, 87 of the dictionaries were distributed to four primary schools in the area, Marshwood, Charmouth, Mrs Ethelston’s in Uplyme and St Michael’s Lyme Regis. At each school, pupils in Year 6 were handed their own individually-named book by a club member.
WITH more than 150 events annually – including cinema, concerts, plays, and screenings – a ticket to every show at the Marine Theatre in Lyme Regis for a year was always going to prove to be a very popular prize. This week, the arts venue announced the winner of the competition, which saw over 300 entries.
Popular artist exhibits at mill
ONE of Lyme Regis’ best known artists, Christine Allison, will return to the Town Mill’s Malthouse Gallery with a new exhibition from October 12 to 31. In this latest exhibition called ‘Realism to Abstraction’, Christine executes her paintings in two very different ways – one realistic, the other abstracted.
Each person simply had to sign up to the Marine’s mailing list, with a draw taking place at the end of last month. Katrina Wild from Beaminster was thrilled to hear the announcement that she had won. She had actually never been to the Marine Theatre before but is now planning to attend a variety of events.
Fish suppers to raise RNLI funds TWO evenings of fish suppers are being held in Lyme Regis in a tasty fundraising event in aid of the RNLI. Fish and chips will be served at the sailing club on October 12, and local resident Petrina Muscroft will cook a varied fish menu at the lifeboat station on October 13.
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Applications open for Youth Parliament
YOUNG people across Dorset are being asked if they could make a different as a Member of Youth Parliament. Applications for 11 to 18 years olds to become a Member of Youth Parliament (MYP) are now open, and the successful applicant will go on to represent one of four posts for Dorset at national events, including in the House of Commons. For more information on the UK Youth Parliament, visit www.ukyouthparliament.org.uk/
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Local groups invited to apply for £200k fund ALMOST £200,000 is now available for East Devon community projects through the Communities Together Fund and voluntary and community groups, town and parish councils, community interest companies and registered charities can now apply for funding from this grant pot. The finding has been donated by East Devon District Council and Devon County Council. Visit the website https://bit.ly/2xTHelJ for conditions and details on how to apply.
Try something new at The Pop-Up Kitchen FOOD fans in Lyme Regis are being encouraged to ‘try something new’ at the Pop-Up Kitchen. The new venture, run by Ali McLoughlin of catering company Dottie Kitchen, recently opened in Broad Street will host a varied selection of guest chefs and food producers serving up their dishes, as well as special foodie events, tasting evenings and more.
Dorset Carers Card Locally-grown flower supporting foodbank named as new variety A FLOWER grown in Rousdon has received a Royal Horticultural Society accolade. The newlyacknowledged variety of Nerine, established in the garden of Mr and Mrs Rod Boyce of Fields Afar, Rousdon, for nearly 40 years, has received the Award of Garden Merit and named ‘Nerine Undulata Seaton’.
THE Dorset Carers Card will be donating £5 to Lyme Regis Foodbank every time a business from Lyme Regis or Charmouth joins the scheme. The card enables unpaid carers, when they show their Carers Card, to obtain a discount, concession or preferential service with any business that signs up to the scheme. Julie England of the scheme (pictured) said the card “helps to remind us all of the vital work done by unpaid carers”.
Ministry of Sound DJ coming to Marine THE Marine Theatre in Lyme Regis is holding a night of house classics, Nu Disco and electro from a Cream and Ministry of Sound DJ, who rose to fame in the 1990s. Alongside his musical talent as a DJ, Jon Pleased Wimmin is known for his flamboyant cross-dressing and stylish presence. He will appear at the Marine Theatre on Friday, October 19 from 8pm. See the website www.marinetheatre.co m for full details.
THERE was a sense of excitement in town last Saturday when The Rifles visited Lyme Regis. I enjoyed breakfast at The Lyme Bay Café Bar before the events got underway, and from the window I watched as special guests arrived in town, all dressed up in smart suits or uniform - it was medals and mayoral chains galore... not to mention umbrellas! Despite the awful weather, there was definitely a buzz in town, a sense that something was about to happen. And suddenly the Band and Bugles fired up. I eagerly waited with my camera poised at the bottom of Broad Street and the excitement continued to build as the drums grew louder and louder. Finally they appeared, marching a quick 140 paces a minute with bunting and Union flags flying above them - a moving scene indeed. There wasn’t much time to take it all in though, as I quickly dashed to the war memorial in George’s Square, taking a short cut down Coombe Street, to get ahead of the parade. After the unveiling and re-dedication of the war memorial, which had been refurbished with the addition of five more names of men from Lyme Regis, it was quick march again to the seafront where The Rifles passed the civic party and took the salute. I dashed along Marine Parade as quickly as I could without slipping
over in the puddles, thinking all the way, “I’m definitely not fit enough for this”. Lyme’s usual parades are a little more slow paced! I must thank local resident Julie Sheppard - dressed in much more sensible wet weather clothing than me, she became my “official umbrella holder” for the day, allowing me to take photos without getting soaked! After the formalities were over, the regiment was given a traditional taste of the seaside with fish and chips served at the Woodmead Halls. Just a shame we couldn’t provide that seaside weather we all enjoyed so much over the summer. Mayor Michaela Ellis described the event as a “once in a lifetime opportunity” to see The Rifles exercise their right to march through Lyme Regis. Who knows if we’ll see it again, but it definitely won’t be for such a poignant occasion as the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War. Commemorations led by the town council and local branch of the Royal British Legion will continue throughout the year with Remembrance time now just around the corner (where is this year going?).
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CAN’T remember seeing so many local people in the same room at the same time.
We had all been invited to the Woodmead Halls to celebrate Una Quick’s birthday and to mark the first anniversary of the death of her husband Derek. The mark of respect the couple were held in was demonstrated by the fact that 300 people crowded in the halls for this very special family occasion. And as a special treat Una’s grandson Luke Street brought along three of his showbiz mates to provide the entertainment. The name Street is synonymous with the amateur stage in Lyme Regis and Luke is making a real name for himself as a professional performer having appeared alongside Imelda Staunton in the West End performance of ‘Gypsy’ and being part of the international tour for ‘The Jersey Boys’. Luke is also part of The Other Guys, all West End stage performers who perform all over the world. I have seen most of the big names that
have appeared in Lyme over the years, having brought a few to the town myself, but there has never been a show like this - and we are unlikely to see the likes of it again. Show-stopping vocals, slick dance movements - the West End had well and truly been transported to Lyme. At the end the boys persuaded Una to join them on stage as they serenaded her with ‘Oh What A Night’. There could not have been a more appropriate finale and she was soon joined by daughters Dawn and Kelly and granddaughter Amy and the crowd went wild. Those present were asked to make a donation in memory of Derek and as a result Una has been able to present £1,150 to Cancer Research UK and a similar amount to her favourite local charity, the Christmas Lights Fund. She was overwhelmed with the support of her family and friends in helping to organise the event and thanks all those who came along. No one liked a good time better than Derek Quick. He would have loved it.
UNA Quick, daughters Dawn and Kelly and granddaughter Amy are serenaded on stage at the Woodmead Halls - the finale to a wonderful night of entertainment to celebrate Una’s birthday and in memory of her late husband Derek Quick
The Rifles were just riveting Living my life in reverse WASN’T it great to see The Rifles marching through our town, exercising their right as holders of the Freedom of the Borough, granted in 1945, the first town in Dorset to do so? Of course, in those days it was the Dorset Regiment, later to be combined with the Devons and then disbanded and replaced by The Rifles. The weather reminded me of the day the Olympic Torch came to Lyme - it tipped down. But it did not dampen the importance of the occasion with The Rifles visiting Lyme as part of the programme of events to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of World War One. The presence of our own regiment did
much to heighten the importance of the ceremony to unveil the rededicated War Memorial in George’s Square with new names, rank and regiment added to all those men from Lyme who lost their lives in two world wars. Afterwards the regiment were entertained to fish and chips and a pint of beer in the Woodmead Halls, courtesy of the Mayor, Councillor Michaela Ellis, and the town council. A number of county dignitaries attended the day’s events, including the Lord Lieutenant Angus Campbell and the High Sheriff Jacqueline Swift. It was a day that Michaela and husband Alan will remember for a very long time and well done to the council and town crier Alan Vian for the smooth running of the proceedings.
SINCE I turned 70 (I know, I can’t believe it either!), it seems I have started to live my life in reverse. All the things I did as a young man seem to be coming around once again. Well nearly all of them - we won’t go there! Last week I started playing competitive skittles again - 30 years after I first played regularly. Back in the day - and before we were old enough to drink - me and a few mates formed the Psychedelic Ravers skittles team to play in the Lyme league. In those days there were many more skittle alleys in and around Lyme than there are today but skittles is still highly popular with more teams playing than ever. As president of the local branch of the Royal British Legion I offered my services if ever they were short of a player to John Hunt, captain of
the Legion’s skittles team, not thinking I would ever be called on. So it was a bit of a surprise to find myself making up the numbers for the Legion’s first match at the Ship Inn last Friday. Our opponents were The Flyers from Charmouth, some of whom I hadn’t seen for many years, including the league’s longest serving skittler Alfie Trott who’s been playing for more than 50 years. I started off pretty dismally with a 5 and a 3 but things got better and I finished with a respectable knock of 57, having hit a 14 spare on the last hand. And lo and behold I’ve been selected again for Wednesday’s fixture. Now I’m wondering whether I should dust off the football boots. Can you still get knock-in studs?
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THERE was a huge outpouring of sorry this week when it was announced on social meeting that genial Ted Bignall, former landlord of the Angel Inn in Lyme Regis, had died. Messages of condolences poured in from all sections of the community and from all age groups, such was the respect in which he was held in the town. A proud Somerset man, Ted hailed from Chewton Mendip and was the brother of Olympic athlete Mary Bignall-Rand. Before coming to Lyme he worked on the railways. During his tenure at the Angel Inn the pub was one of the most popular in town, especially with the locals. All and sundry were greeted with a cheery smile and revelled in Ted’s dry humour. After leaving the Angel Ted spent many years working as the stew-
ard at the social club in Wootton Fitzpaine where his support for the Lyme Regis Skittles League continued.Ted was also very supportive of his wife Marion’s quiz nights in aid of charity. Ted was a big supporter of the Royal British Legion and was a keen follower of Lyme Regis Football Club, having travelled with the players to twin club US Creully in Normandy on many occasions. It was on these trips that I got to know Ted better. He was always great company. One story Ted told me springs to mind. He and his wife were taking a holiday in Bournemouth and went on a mystery coach tour which ended up, you’ve guessed it, in Lyme! So Ted invited all those on the coach to the Angel Inn and had his best afternoon’s trade of that summer!
TED Bignall with his collection of beer bottles which were auctioned off before he left the Angel Inn Photo by RICHARD AUSTIN
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B Sharp announces Personal trainers to open new chief executive unique fitness facility LOCAL youth music charity B Sharp has announced the appointment of a new chief executive and artistic director. Ruth Cohen, who has been working with Daisi, the Exeter-based, arts-inspired learning organisation, will take over B Sharp at the end of November. Ruth (pictured) has a track record of organising music programmes and opportunities for children and young people, which combined with her knowledge of funding and youth arts, education, health and wellbeing networks, made her the ideal person for the job. She takes over the helm from B Sharp founder Fran Williams, who spent over 11 years building the organisation before announcing earlier this year that she would be stepping down. B Sharp is a Lyme Regis-based music organisation, leading the way in inspiring a new culture of music-making, events and opportunities for young people in the region, and has become well known for its young producers and leadership programme, which has earned the charity both local and national recognition. Hannah Lovegrove, chairman of the charity’s board of trustees, commented: “It is with mixed feelings we can now announce that after 11 long, fantastic years our wonderful leader Fran Williams will be leaving B Sharp. “Responding to requests from young people, in 2007 Fran founded B Sharp and has been instrumental in its development and growth into the much-loved and very well-respected music charity it is today. “Working with her dedicated team, she guided B Sharp to become a strong organisation with a bright future and we will all miss her very much. “The board of trustees is pleased to a welcome Ruth, who will be working together with Fran through November to complete the hand-over, and we wish them both well. ” Mrs Williams added: “As the founder of B Sharp I am both sad to be leaving the organisation and all that comes with it, and at the same
time pleased to be handing over to Ruth a fantastic team of generous and creative people who make up the diverse workforce, its volunteers, associates, partners, funders and many individuals who form the collective. “I am proud that B Sharp has established itself as an organisation that brings so many different children and young people together through high quality engagement work. “B Sharp’s participatory programmes, workshops and training schemes build new pathways, raise aspirations and have created a lasting creative and vibrant youth culture. “An organisation is nothing more than the collective capacity of its people to create value and to that end B Sharp has an exciting time ahead and its work is as important now as it ever was!”
HAVING launched in April 2017 offering just one bootcamp class a week, Lyme Regis-based California Fitness has gone from strength to strength and is now moving to a new, permanent home in Axminster. Jesse and Aneesa California (pictured) - both Level 3 qualified personal trainers - have built up their business over the past 18 months, and have just received planning permission to convert an industrial unit on the Millwey Rise estate in Axminster into their own headquarters. Stepping away from the normal gym environment, the new unit will provide a custom space for California Fitness to offer their private personal training sessions, as well as expand on their popular programme of group classes, which have been held in various venues around the local area. One of California Fitness’ main aims is to encourage people who don’t feel comfortable going to the gym, as well as those who suffer mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety, using exercise as a form of therapy. As parents of a young daughter, Jesse and Aneesa know it can be difficult to fit in exercise around parenting, so they will also be creating a safe, padded area for parents to leave their children in the unique fitness facility. Aneesa said: “We have been looking for our own space ever since we started but struggled to find anywhere suitable. After building up our business, we’ve managed to secure an investor and found the perfect space in Axminster. “We want to encourage people who don’t feel comfortable in the usual gym environment. We want to show them that you can do it from home!” Jesse and Aneesa compete in bodybuilding; they both recently placed within the top three of their categories at the regional UK Ultimate Physiques competition and are now heading to the national finals. Aneesa added: “We have helped some of our clients to start competing, but it’s not all about
competitions; we want to help people start out on a healthy lifestyle and achieve their personal goals.” The fitness facility is scheduled to open on November 1, offering affordable and accessible personal training sessions between 7.30am and 9pm from just £16 a session. Regular classes will include Boxercise, for which Jesse and Aneesa are both trained specially in; circuits; bootcamps, legs, bums and tums for women only; and a new mums and babies group in which parents can exercise with children under two years. Freelance instructors will also be offering additional classes, such as yoga. California Fitness also offers bespoke nutritional plans and a range of supplements. Early bird membership for the first 30 people to sign up costs £24.99 a month, offering access to all classes, with membership after this costing £29.99. All are welcome to drop-in to the grand opening on November 1 between 9am and 7pm for more details on the services provided by California Fitness, or visit the website www.californiafitness.co.uk
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The village that won’t take ‘no’ for an answer!
FACED with having to raise hundreds of thousands of pounds to repair its church and save it from closure most villages would have given up long ago. In Charmouth it is a very different story and the huge disappointment of having had its application for funding turned down by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has made supporters of the church more determined than ever to succeed. Early last year St Andrew’s Church in Charmouth was awarded a substantial grant of £370,000 by the Erskine Muton Trust, an organisation which makes grants available for Anglican church buildings in Dorset. However, the very poor state of the building means that significantly more money is required to complete the project that has been planned and it had been hoped that this would come from lottery funds. But after considering three sepa-
rate applications over the last two years, the HLF has decided to reject the bid. The campaign to save the church in Charmouth has been led by the Reverend Stephen Skinner, team rector of the Golden Cap parishes, and a group of volunteers known as the Changing Spaces Team. Their ambitious ideas are not just to secure the fabric of the building as a place of worship but to provide a space for the whole community and already the church is host to regular concerts, exhibitions, Free eXchange cafés and a range of social events. The repairs planned include weatherproofing the entire building, redecorating the interior, removing the pews, new underfloor heating, relaying the stone floor and providing reconfigurable seating and an upgraded kitchen area. It is also hoped to re-landscape the churchyard and establish a heritage trail.
Without lottery support some items may have to be deferred but the funds from Erskine Muton are still available and a revised plan will be presented to the Trust. In addition an intensive search for alternative sources of funding is underway. There remains a keen determination by everyone involved that the project is given renewed impetus so that the ambition for St Andrew’s to have an even more important role in the Charmouth community, with its future secure for many years to come, can become a reality. If any readers are inspired to offer their support to the Changing Spaces Team, either financially or as volunteers, they are invited to contact Reverend Stephen Skinner on 01297 443763 or the Changing Spaces Team, c/o St Andrew’s Church, The Street, Charmouth DT6 6PN.
BSO quartet to play in Charmouth MANY members of the audience at the Charmouth Lunchtime Concert held in June, which featured local resident Maria Beazley singing Russian folk songs, were also captivated by the two pianists who played duets of Russian music and accompanied Maria. Such was their popularity that the pianists were asked back to perform this concert in their own right. Incidentally, Maria has also agreed to return to sing next season with possibly a programme of French songs. The programme for this Lunchtime Concert comprised duets by Edvard Grieg, Percy Grainger, Thea Musgrave and Georges Bizet. It was enjoyed by an audience of 65 people and was the last of
the current season. The 2019 season is already being compiled and will again be held monthly from April to September 2019. New Year. Meanwhile in October a very special concert is planned in conjunction with Artsreach. On Friday October 19 at 7.30pm a string quintet from the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra will entertain us in St Andrew’s Church
with a programme entitled ‘Autumn Serenade’. Tickets are £10 for an adult and £6 for the under 18 and are now available from Maggie Wiscombe on 07967 759135; from Fortnam, Smith & Barnum, Charmouth; or from Charmouth Pharmacy. They can also be obtained online from the Artsreach website. The BSO Resonate Strings (pictured) are five
gifted musicians, each of which represents one of the five string sections of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. This engaging concert will reflect the wonderful diversity of the classical string repertoire featuring music from Vivaldi to Brahms, Mozart to Puccini, and Handel to Astor Piazzola. Roger Sansom
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Cricket club seeking long-term security PHILIP EVANS
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AFTER securing its financial future following an early season cash crisis, Uplyme & Lyme Regis Cricket Club, one of the oldest sporting organisations in the area, is now seeking long term tenure of its pavilion. A summer-long fundraising campaign has put the club, formed 132 years ago, on a firmer footing, but now the focus is on securing a long lease on the pavilion, which was built by members in the early 1980s. In his report to the club’s annual meeting, chairman Ian Thomas said their fundraising efforts over the latter part of the season had ensured the club could continue for the immediate future, but they were still facing a major structure challenge to secure a sustainable environment to safeguard the long term future of cricket on the King George V (KG5) playing field. The freehold of the KG5, including the cricket ground and tennis courts, was owned by Fields In Trust (FIT) and managed on their behalf by the KG5 Trustees as a charity under a conveyance from the Uplyme Cricket & Tennis Club Limited in 1938 for the ground to be used “in perpetuity as a cricket field and recreation ground”.
THE cricket pavilion on the King George V playing field in Uplyme, built by members of the cricket club in the 1980s The pavilion was constructed by club mem- I am pleased to report an agreement in prinbers in the 1980s on land within that con- ciple that control through ownership of the veyance. Neither the KG5 nor the cricket club club pavilion is a key element of the long-term had been able to undercover any documentasustainability of the club. tion regarding the ownership of the building. “It is further agreed that this will be achieved Mr Thomas told members at the annual meeting: “With the immense valued help of through negotiation of a long lease on the Jim Thomas (secretary of the KG5 Trustees) land on which the pavilion stands.”
PLANNING APPLICATIONS PLANNING permission has been refused for the erection of an equestrian manége, Americanstyle barn and new vehicular access at land. The proposals said the applicants had kept horses for years and had a genuine need for a new menége - a training area for horses - to exercise the animals for their own private use, as well as a barn with space for five stables. However, East Devon District Council refused the application, commenting: “The proposed development due to its scale, nature and location within the site would be visually prominent within and have a detrimental impact upon the open character of the landscape considered to be of high scenic quality and value and designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty.” Planning applications which have been approved in recent weeks in the Uplyme area include retention of a new boundary treatment at Ayot, Gore Lane; construction of single-storey extensions, demolition of porch, relocation of staircase and revised layout at The Carriage House in Woodhouse Lane; and conservatory and new garden store at Woolley House, St Mary’s Lane. Planning applications still awaiting a decision include the construction of new dwelling with off-street parking, accessed via a dropped kerb, at land adjacent to 17 Glebelands; change of use of ancillary residential accommodation to holiday use at Gelsmoor, Yawl Hill Lane; and construction of agricultural storage building and animal shelter at land north east of Mayfield, Lyme Road.
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10 Friday, October 5 2018 IN our regular series commemorating the 100th anniversaries of the deaths of all men from Lyme Regis and the surrounding area who died in the First World War, this week we remember Wilfred Grinter, Richard Trafford and William Robert Lane. With thanks to Vernon Rattenbury from the Royal British Legion for the research.
VALENTINE ALBERT NEWTON
Bombardier, 91st Siege Battery, Royal Garrison Artillery, Service No. 66044 Born February 14 1885 in Catherston Leweston, Dorset, and died on October 12 1918 in France VALENTINE Newton, although born in Catherston Leweston, Charmouth, lived in Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire, and enlisted at Guildford. The 91st Siege Battery, Royal Garrison Artillery arrived in France on May 25 1916. The battery was armed with 9.2" howitzers. Valentine was killed in action by enemy shellfire as this extract is from the 91st Siege Battery history says: “The 12th Oct. was a very bad day for us. We had fired a few rounds at active batteries and a few 8” shells came back in return. “Lieut. Ainsley, Sergt. Eales, Bombardier Newton, Gunner Graham and Gunner Mc W. McCullough took refuge in a cellar under a house, together with its inhabitants, nine French civilians. A shell hit the house and the cellar collapsed, the ruins of the house falling into it. “Lieut. Nightingale was the first to discover the calamity and he, with Bombardier B. Bradshaw and Gunner J. Fletcher were conspicuous among many in the rescue work which started at great personal risk before the shelling had ceased.” (Bradshaw and Fletcher received Military Medals). Son of Mr and Mrs E. Newton, of Charmouth, Dorset, and husband of Louisa Newton, of Spyway Cottage, Sunninghill,
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WE WILL REMEMBER THEM Ascot, he is buried in Maurois Communal Cemetery, France, grave 46 and is commemorated on the Charmouth war memorial. His name also appears on the memorial at St Michael’s Church, Sunninghill, and as Albert Newton on the memorial in the Sunninghill Comrades Club.
WALTER HENRY ROWLAND
Private, 1st/1st Queen’s Own Dorset Yeomanry, Service No. 230382 Born 1899 in Charmouth and died October 16 1918 in Syria WALTER Rowland lived in Charmouth and enlisted at Sherborne. He did not go overseas until 1916 by which time the 1st/1st Dorset Yeomanry were in Egypt. They fought at the Battle of Agagia, 26 February 1916, in one of the last ever British cavalry charges before moving to Palestine in 1917, where they fought at: First Battle of Gaza, March 26 1917; Second Battle of Gaza, April 17 to 19 1917; Battle of Beersheba, October 31 1917; Third Battle of Gaza, which was fought during the night of November 1 to 2 1917. Damascus was entered by Commonwealth forces on October 1 1918, the 1st/1st Dorset Yeomanry being among them. A few days later an epidemic of influenza and cholera broke out there and it is probable this was Walters’ cause of death. Son of George and Alice Rowland, of Axminster Road, Charmouth, he is buried in Damascus Commonwealth War Cemetery, Syria, grave B. 87 and is commemorated on the Charmouth war memorial.
Charity publishes children’s book on its Lyme-born founder CORAM, the UK’s first children’s charity, has published a new book telling the story of its remarkable founder Thomas Coram, who grew up in Lyme Regis, celebrating the 350th anniversary of his birth. ‘Captain Coram: Champion for Children’ has been created through the support of a crowdfunding campaign, and Coram is aiming to send a free copy to every school in the UK, so that every child can discover the origin of children’s rights and the story of the visionary that made it possible. Shocked at the sight of abandoned babies in the streets of London in the early 18th century, Thomas Coram campaigned tirelessly for 17 years to establish his charity, then known as the Foundling Hospital, the first home for babies whose mothers were unable to care for them. Thomas Coram, born in Lyme Regis in 1668, continued to campaign throughout his lifetime, championing the welfare, education and rights of vulnerable children. His philosophy lives on through his charity known today simply as Coram, as it continues to help vulnerable children and young people across the UK. His association with Lyme Regis is acknowledged in the name of Coram Tower on Sidmouth Road, Coram Court and Coram Manor, and Coram Avenue. The book, aimed at 7 to 11 year olds, is created and designed by Robin Ollington and illustrated with original watercolour drawings by Albany Wiseman. Robin and Albany have
worked in partnership for over 50 years, creating a number of children’s books. Actor and long-term Coram supporter Peter Capaldi writes in the book’s foreword that “our hope is that by sharing in this story, you will see that when you fight for what is right, true and lasting change can happen”. Dr Carol Homden CBE, CEO of Coram, said: “We are delighted to mark Thomas Coram’s 350th birthday with the publication of our new book, celebrating his remarkable achievements. “In founding his charity, Thomas Coram changed forever how children are treated in this country and around the world. Yet his story remains little known. “We want to change that, giving every child the chance to learn about their rights and welfare, and see how a man from humble beginnings created a lasting legacy as relevant now as it was three centuries ago.” Through its crowdfunding campaign, Coram has raised enough so far to send a free copy of the book to every school across London, and the campaign continues to enable the charity to reach schools in the rest of the UK. Find out more on the website justgiving.com/campaigns/charity/coram/cor ambook. ‘Captain Coram: Champion for Children’ is also now available for purchase, at £6.99 in the CoramBAAF bookshop at www.corambaaf.org.uk/books/captain-coramchampion-children
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Spirits high as The Rifles march into town
THE Rifles form up on Marine Parade in pouring rain and, below, a member of The Rifles Band and Bugles plays the Last Post POURING rain failed to dampen spirits in Lyme Regis on Saturday, as The Rifles exercised their right to march through the town. Lyme Regis granted the Freedom of the Borough to the Dorset Regiment in 1945, and today is one of 12 towns in Dorset which has granted Freedom to its successor regiment, The Rifles. The county regiment marched through the town on Saturday as part of commemorations to mark 100 years since the end of the First World War. The Rifles marched down Broad Street and along Bridge Street and Church Street, with the Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Michaela Ellis, and the civic party lined up outside the Guildhall. They assembled in Monmouth Street, while a service of re-dedication took place at the town’s war memorial, which has been refurbished with the addition of five more names of men from Lyme Regis who lost their lives during the Great War. The new-look memorial was unveiled by Royal British Legion members Vernon Rattenbury and David Humphrey, who carried out the research into the five additional men. Special guests at the service included the Lord Lieutenant of Dorset, Angus Campbell, and the High Sheriff of Dorset, Jacqueline Swift; as well as mayors from other Freedom towns, including Bournemouth, Bridport and Sherborne; the South West Deputy Regimental Rifles Colonel, Brigadier Charlie Maconochie; town councillors and other members of the Lyme Regis branch of the Royal British Legion. Guests were welcomed by the mayor and prayers were led by the Reverend Jane Skinner. Philip Evans MBE, president of the Lyme Regis branch of the Royal British Legion, delivered the Exhortation. The Last Post was played by a member of the Rifles Band and Bugles, followed by a minute’s silence and the national anthem. Following the service, The Rifles marched along Coombe Street and onto the seafront, tak-
Photos by Francesca Evans and Richard Austin ing the salute as they passed the civic party on Marine Parade. They were then greeted by the mayor before attending a reception at the Woodmead Halls, where they were treated by a fish and chip supper and a bottle of beer each from Lyme Regis Brewery. Ian Marshal, chairman of the Lyme Regis branch of the Royal British Legion, added: “The Legion were privileged to be involved in what turned out to be a great day for Lyme Regis despite the appalling weather. “We’d like to thank the mayor for inviting The Rifles and Lyme Regis Town Council for their generosity in paying for the refurbishment of the war memorial, which was instigated by the Lyme Regis branch. “Our grateful thanks also go to Vernon Rattenbury and David Humphrey for researching all those from Lyme Regis who lost their lives in the two world wars to ensure that their full details, including rank and regiment, are now included on the memorial.
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PICTURED clockwise from top left - Royal British Legion members Vernon Rattenbury and David Humphrey unveil the refurbished war memorial at the service of rededication; the Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Michaela Ellis, presents a plaque with the town crest to Brigadier Charlie Maconochie; The Rifles march down Broad Street with Band and Bugles leading the way; left and above left, the Lord Lieutenant of Dorset Angus Campbell and the mayor greet the regiment
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PICTURED above, The Rifles line up in Monmouth Street for the rededication of the war memorial. Left, Royal British Legion members around the memorial and, right, the Lord Lieutenant of Dorset, Angus Campbell, and High Sheriff of Dorset, Jacqueline Swift. Below left, the band and Bugles march through Bridge Street and, below right, The Rifles on Marine Parade
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Marine Players get in the Christmas spirit
TIS the season to be jolly! Christmas may be a long way off but the Marine Players have been putting their festive feet forward and are rehearsing day and night to bring audiences ‘A Christmas Carol’. The players will be performing the Charles Dickens classic at the Marine Theatre in Lyme Regis this December. Giving an update on the progress of the production, Marine Players member David Ruffle said: “A hand-picked cast has been assembled and the end result will be excellent I assure you. Expect songs, fog, more songs and an entertaining telling of a much-loved tale. Oh yes, and snow. “This dramatisation is by Michael Snelgrove and does not deviate too far from the original. The very first stage adaptation of ‘A Christmas Carol’ was in 1844, just a year after Charles Dickens wrote it. It ran for 40 nights and other adaptations quickly followed on. “Dickens paid for the publishing himself and received the profits. Chapman & Hall, the nominal publishers, were paid for the printing costs and received a fixed commission on the number of copies sold. It sold 6,000 copies by Christmas of 1843 and continued to sell thereafter. “Dickens gave readings of it every year from 1847 through to his final public performance in 1870. Its popularity and relevance has continued to this day. Hopefully, we can do it justice!” Performances will take place at the Marine Theatre at 7.30pm each evening from Wednesday, December 5 to Saturday, December 8 with addition of a matinee performance on the Saturday at 2.30pm. Tickets will be on sale soon.
Oscar Wilde season continues at Marine
A NEW production of one of the wittiest plays in English will be broadcast live to the Marine Theatre in Lyme Regis from the Vaudeville Theatre in London’s West End this month. ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ is the next in a season of Oscar Wilde events, continuing later on in the month with a showing of the film ‘The Happy Prince’. Starring and directed by Rupert Everett (pictured), the film tells the previously untold story of the last days in the tragic times of Oscar Wilde. He observes his own failure with ironic distance and regards the difficulties that beset his life with detachment and humour. ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ throws love, logic and language into the air to make one of theatre’s most dazzling comic climaxes. Characters Jack, Algy, Gwendolyn and Cecily discover how unsmooth runs the course of true love, while Lady Bracknell keeps a baleful eye on the mayhem of manners. Michael Fentiman’s “absolutely hilarious” (WhatsOnStage) adaptation stars Olivier Award winner Sophie Thompson (‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’) and Jeremy Swift (‘Downton Abbey’). This is another “magnificent” (Sunday Times) instalment of Classic Spring’s critically acclaimed Oscar Wilde Season, a year-long celebration of the brilliant Victorian playwright. Theatre manager Sophia Moseley said:
“Oscar Wilde was a lover of the modern in all its forms, and I’m sure the idea that his plays could now be broadcast live to the Marine Theatre would have delighted him. “We are very pleased that these glorious plays are going to reach an even wider audience and have life beyond their runs in the West End.” ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ will be
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What’s on...
Friday, October 5
Music: Tom Robinson Marine Theatre, 7pm The 70s singer, 6Music DJ, and activist plays the classic album Power In The Darkness, alongside other hits. Tickets £20 in advance or £23 on the door - call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Doors open 7pm for 8pm start.
Saturday, October 6
LOCAL band HiDDeN is looking for a new experienced male singer/guitarist to join its ranks. The mature band performs 50s, 60s and 70s popular music at many local events, mostly charity functions and is looking for someone who would be able to take part in regular rehearsals and live performances. For more details call 01297 598041 and leave a message on the answer phone or email daveshaw2009@btinternet.com
This month at the Marine Catch up with Lyme’s Little Theatre by the Sea
DID you watch Poldark? Both theatre director Gabby and I love the swashbuckling barechested 18th century swagger but John in marketing took a dim view of our fanciful banter and suggested it was getting a bit sexist in the office. We ignored his protestations. It was the arrival of the beautiful cadet training ship ‘Tenacious’ that sparked ye olde lust; the tall masted ship anchored just off the Cobb and it’s easy to imagine how the harbour would have looked just over a century ago. It stayed less than two days putting an end to our imaginings. Anyway, talking of ladies and gentlemen, our lavatory refurb has at long last passed the finish post. Trouble was, on the day we could finally allow the gents to use the gents, it coincided with a performance that night, and the very last bit that had been left for us to sort out - the signs for the doors - went completely off my radar. So half way through the evening when it suddenly dawned on me, I quickly sent a text to duty manager Tom to save any red faces. I’ve been a bit of a social butterfly recently, starting with a soiree for our wonderful volunteers. It went on a bit longer than expected, they’re all hard-core our lot, but the wine was flowing and the happy banter kept everyone chuckling. A couple of days later we were down in the SWIM wine bar with the Tom Southgate Building and Carpentry team celebrating the successful completion of the loo refurb. I don’t think I’ve ever drunk a G&T in such a huge “that’s as big as your face” glass. I’ve been breaking in a pair of very glittery high heeled shoes at work. When Jethro’s agent arrived and saw me tottering around in the “those aren’t regulation office shoes” killer heels, I had to explain I had a party coming up at the end of the month so it was essential to
get used to them. Fiona from the TIC does the ironing in hers. I visited the depths of the South West Water Works below Theatre Square as part of their National Trust Heritage Open Days event. It’s fascinating and with the miles of pipework and grid-like stairs it reminded me of a ‘Die Hard’ set and I half expected Bruce Willis to appear in his signature ripped and explosive splattered T-shirt. Sorry, getting distracted again. We had two wedding celebrations as well as a private party this month. When you look out of our landscape windows at the spectacular views, it’s little wonder we are popular with people who want to make their special day even more special. I was back at SWIM later in the month, twice in fact. The first was to wave goodbye to the lovely Chelsea who has been working at the Tourist Information Centre over the summer months and, yes, there was prosecco involved. Then the next occasion was Nicca Kathrens’ (she of the wonderful designer knitwear shop) birthday bash and what a great party that was! The party frock was on and my killer heels were worn-in so no need to dance barefoot. Our winter brochure is out now and it’s jampacked with something for everyone from comedy to theatre, music to cinema and masses going on during half term including the ‘Children Love Disco’ that’s back by popular demand. We also have our NTLive and MET Opera with some swashbuckling screenings including La Fanciulla del West and Antony & Cleopatra, plenty to feed every Poldark fetish.
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Jumble Sale & Coffee Morning Uplyme Village Hall, 10am A jumble sale and coffee morning raising funds for kitchen improvements at Uplyme Village Hall. Theatre: ‘A Pure Woman’ Marine Theatre, 6.30pm Set in the winter of 1924 – 25, and based on true events, A Pure Woman tells the story of 84 yearold Thomas Hardy’s affair with Gertrude Bugler and the jealousy it inspired in his second wife, Florence. Tickets £12 in advance or £14.50 on the door - call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Doors open 6.30pm for 7.30pm start.
Sunday, October 7
Christmas Lights Harvest Home The Nag’s Head, 4pm A traditional harvest home auction in aid of Lyme Regis Christmas Lights Committee. 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, October 8
Live Screening: The Met Opera’s ‘Aida’ Marine Theatre, 4.55pm Superstar soprano Anna Netrebko makes her Met Opera debut as the lead in this thirtieth-anniversary revival of Sonja Frisell’s production ‘Aida’. Tickets £15 for adults or £10 for under 18s, with 10% off for Theatre Friends – call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Doors open 4.55pm for 5.55pm start.
Tuesday, October 9
Live Screening: ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ Marine Theatre, 6pm A ‘brilliantly funny’ and ‘charming’ new production of one of the funniest plays in English will be broadcast live to the Marine Theatre from the Vaudeville Theatre in London’s West End. Tickets £12 in advance or £14.50 on the door, with 10% off for Theatre Friends – call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Doors open 6.15pm for 7.15pm.
Thursday, October 11
Film & Talk: ‘Blue Heart - The Fight for Europe’s Last Wild Rivers’, Marine Theatre, 6pm This is a screening of a celebrated film about Europe’s last wild rivers, followed by a panel discussion in association with the University of Exeter, National Trust, and South West Water. Chaired by Dr Kate Baker of University of Exeter. Tickets £5 in advance or £7 on the door with 10% off for Theatre Friends – call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Doors open 6pm for 7pm. 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, October 12
U3A Coffee Morning Woodmead Halls, 10am A chance for members and potential new members of the University of the Third Age (U3A) Heritage Coast branch, based in Lyme Regis, to learn more of the leisure and educational opportunities that are available.
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Saturday, October 13
Live Music Night @ The Nag’s Head The Nag’s Head, 9pm Regular live music nights at The Nag’s Head, this week with classic rock three-piece The Perfect Strangers.
Sunday, October 14
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.
Wednesday, October 17
Lyme Lunches Lyme Regis Football Club, 12.30pm Monthly community lunches organised by LymeForward. Two courses for £6 - book your tickets in advance from Penny Black Cafe (behind the post office). Meet & Remember Lyme Regis Football Club, 2pm Following directly after the Lyme Lunches, a Memory Café to provide a supportive, friendly environment for those experiencing memory loss or who have recently been diagnosed with dementia and friends/relatives/carers who support them. Talk: ‘Sea What’s There’ Marine Theatre, 6pm Come and listen to four inspirational people who are turning the tide on the way we treat our oceans. The evening features cameraman David Jones, whose work includes the award winning documentary film A Plastic Ocean, and explorer William Thomson. Tickets £10 in advance or £12 on the door, or £8 for Theatre Friends and under 26s – call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Doors open 6pm for 7pm start.
Thursday, October 18
Film: ‘The Happy Prince’ Marine Theatre, 6.30pm Directed by and starring Everett, this poignant dramatisation of Oscar Wilde’s final years in exile is a powerful parable of passion and redemption. Certificate 15. Tickets £5 in advance or £6.50 on the door, with 10% off for Theatre Friends all 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Doors open 6.30pm for 7.30pm. 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, October 19
Music: Jon Pleased Wimmin Marine Theatre, 8pm This is a night of house classics, Nu Disco, and Electro from the Cream and Ministry of Sound DJ who rose to fame in the 1990s with his flamboyant cross dressing and stylish presence. Support from DJ Jonny Slut. Tickets £7 in advance or £10 on the door, with 10% off for Theatre Friends – call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com.
Saturday, October 20
Live Screening: Met Opera’s ‘Samson Et Dalila’ Marine Theatre, 4.55pm Blessed with immense physical strength, Hebrew leader Samson is sworn to defend his people. Soprano Elīna Garanča and tenor Roberto Alagna sing the title roles, with Sir Mark Elder conducting. Tickets £15 for adults or £10 for under 18s, with 10% off for Theatre Friends – call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com. Doors open 4.55pm for 5.55pm start. Live Music Night @ The Nag’s Head The Nag’s Head, 9pm Regular live music nights at The Nag’s Head, this week with rock/pop four-piece ReD.
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Bake Off theme for golf club fundraiser GOLF afficionados turned chefs for an inventive fundraiser to bring Lyme Regis Golf Club captain Lee Caddy’s charity year to a successful conclusion.
Lee, the first local-born golfer to hold the position since Lindley Baker in 1986, raised a massive £15,000 for the Fortuneswell Cancer Trust, which supports cancer patients in Dorset and is building a £1.7 million cancer centre at the Dorset County Hospital in Dorchester. Also the first person to captain both Lyme Regis Football Club and Lyme Regis Golf Club, two of the town’s most high profile sporting organisations, Lee and his partner Lynnette Ravenscroft, organised a number of events during his year as captain which coincided with the club’s 125th anniversary. One of the final fundraisers saw members and friends enjoying a sausage and mash supper before professional toastmaster Cliff Powley conducted an auction with a difference. A dozen friends of Lee and Lynnette doned a chef’s hat and presented dishes they had prepared for auction and with each one came
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another food related prize donated by local restaurants and hotels. The home-made dishes ranged from a steak and kidney pie to an Italian cheesecake. The top chef of the evening was judged by how much their lots fetched with the winner being Romy Parker-Sales. Lee thanked all those who had supported the evening and all the other events they had staged during the year. He said it had been a “huge privilege” to have held the position of captain and it was a year he and Lynnette would never forget. He also thanked the lady captain Susan Moore for selecting the same charity for her year in office. Lee paid a special tribute to Lynnette for her “magnificent support” throughout his term of office. Lee’s fundraising will finish with one more event - a Ladies’ Night with fun bingo at the golf club on Wednesday, October 10 at 7pm.
THE bakers pictured with auctioneer Cliff Powley (third from the right, back row) THE end of a successful year - Lee Caddy and Lynnette Ravenscroft
CLUB secretary Melissa McMahon and bar manager Sharon who stood in for head chef Stephen Pielesz
AUCTIONEER Cliff Powley pictured withy the bakeoff winner - Romy Parker-Sales
ULTIMATE winner Romy Parker-Sales with Barry Usher who made a tempting steak and kidney pie
LYNN Paterson were her tray of tasty cupcakes
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SUZANNE Usher will her clever hole-in-one cake
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Art society experiments with colour LYME Regis Art Society opened its autumn programme with a dazzling demonstration by Jake Winkle, known for his imaginative use of colour. Jake (pictured) works on pre-stretched Arches 140 rough Aquarelle-a paper that absorbs wet washes evenly and allows second layers of paint without disturbing the first and as the new tapes seem to lack strength to hold damp paper straight whilst stretching, he now staples the edges. He only uses primary and secondary colours set in the middle of a small palette with mixing trays all around the edge, and Kandinsky or Luxartis sable brushes with a rounded squirrel mop for the washes. After scribbling and spattering masking fluid onto the paper using a rigger protected by a protective layer of soap, he painted the shadow areas of the face of a panda, creating one continuous shape, before adding the eye patches whilst that surrounding shadow was still wet, allowing a fuzzy boundary. Starting with Cobalt Blue, bits of Cadmium Orange were added and merged, with this cool to warm combination adding luminosity. Holding his brush vertically, he put Alizarin Crimson with Winsor Green for the dark patches, allowing colours to mix on the page. Sponging water from his brush, he painted in the
iris of the eye and the nose with thicker Light Red before colouring the ear, fragmenting edges to soften them, and added flashes of colour to the other eye before drawing out dark whiskers and adding thick white hairs with gouache. Final touches of colour warmed the darker areas and a loose wash of Cadmium Orange gave a warm background. He’d managed to convey the extreme darks and lights of the panda without using black whilst giving the image warmth and vibrancy. After the break, he used the same technique to paint a fox’s head, combining and contrasting a kaleidoscope of colour, light and shade without losing the essential reality of the living animal. It was an excellent start to our new term and Jake received warm and enthusiastic vote of thanks. Lyme Regis Art Society meets on alternate Tuesdays at the Woodmead Halls from 2pm to 4pm until the end of March. The next meeting on October 2nd will include a demonstration by Joan Scott entitled ‘Coastal Scenes in Mixed Media’. Visitors and new members are always welcome. For further details, contact Sheila Stratton on 01297 445464 or go to www.lymeregisartssociety.org.uk
NEWS FROM CITIZENS ADVICE CITIZENS Advice has just launched an innovative new project in conjunction with West Dorset Mencap, which aims to help people with learning difficulties and their families deal with any financial problems they may face. Nothing similar is available in this area. Dedicated sessions are taking place every Friday from 10am to 1pm at the Citizens Advice offices at South Street, Bridport, DT6 3NY and they are led by an experienced adviser, Sarah Silcox. Appointments can also be arranged at the weekly advice sessions held in Lyme Regis every Wednesday from 10am to 3pm at St Michael's Business Centre, DT7 3DB, in the centre of the town. At least until December Citizens Advice is also holding sessions on Mondays between 10am and 12noon at Lyme Regis Medical Centre in Uplyme Road, DT7 3LS. Rovarn Wickremasinghe, manager of Bridport and District Citizens Advice, said: “We are delighted to be working with West Dorset Mencap. “We expect that the demand for this new service will come particularly from those experiencing difficulties with the benefits system and wanting to know whether they are getting the correct amount. We can also offer assistance managing finances. “Whenever appropriate we can refer people to our specialist casework teams on benefits and debt and we also have an experienced adviser able to offer help with employment enquiries.” For those wanting to find out more about this project there is now a dedicated telephone line available on 01308 424930. Ms Silcox, a volunteer adviser with Citizens Advice since February 2015, has been involved this year with developing a financial capability pilot study for all its clients facing debt problems. West Dorset Mencap is based in East Street, Bridport and aims to support those with a learning disability living in the region. It regularly supports community projects, such as the workshops at Bridport Arts Centre and grant requests for individuals who
are setting up their own home and need to buy equipment. Bridport and District Citizens Advice has a new chairman, Tony Rogers, who has strong Dorset roots. Born in Weymouth, he served for 25 years with Dorset Police, including a spell covering the Bridport and District area, reaching the rank of Chief Superintendent. He later became Assistant Chief Constable of the South Wales Police, with the portfolio of specialist crime. From April 2002 until June 2008 he was a non-executive director of the Dorset and Somerset Strategic Area Health Authority, and held positions on the Audit and Corporate Governance and Remuneration Committees. Mr Rogers became a trustee of Citizens Advice two years ago and has taken over as chairman from Bryan Brown. He said: “The work of a trustee with Citizens Advice is very rewarding, ensuring that the volunteers and staff are supplied with all the tools they need to undertake their valuable role advising the people of Bridport, Lyme Regis, Beaminster and District. “I feel privileged to work with so many talented, experienced and enthusiastic people. They are people who give up their time and share their life's experiences and skills to ensure our local Citizens Advice remains at the forefront of giving independent free advice to those that need help." Anyone is welcome to visit Citizens Advice, even if they do not have an appointment, and the advice provided is always free, confidential and impartial. In addition to the sessions in Lyme Regis you can visit the offices at South Street, Bridport, DT6 3NY every weekday between 10am and 3pm. You can contact Citizens Advice by email on advice@bridportcab.org.uk or telephone 0344 245 1291, which will get you through to the Dorset AdviceLine.
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Seasiders plan packed winter of fundraising LYME Regis Football Club has a number of fundraising events lined up for the autumn and winter. A wine and cheese evening will be held at the Davey Fort clubhouse in Charmouth Road on Saturday, October 20. Tickets cost £15, including a wine tasting session and food, and are available from the clubhouse bar on Saturday afternoons. A Christmas shopping night will be held on Friday, November 16 from 7pm, with a range of stalls offering gifts for all the family. Entrance is free and the bar will be open.
A children’s Christmas party will be held on the afternoon of Sunday, December 2 with a visit from Father Christmas. Full details and ticket information will be announced soon. The club’s popular Christmas auction will be held on Saturday, December 8 from 7pm. This annual event is one of the club’s biggest fundraisers and auction lots will include sports memorabilia, tickets and vouchers to sporting events, local attractions and restaurants. The Seasiders have been busy hosting events all year, including their second Sausage & Cider Festival in August, which raised almost
£5,000. They have also launched a Sunday Lunch Club, which has proved a hit with regular supporters and tickets for the Christmas lunch have already sold out. Money raised at events will be put towards the ongoing development of the clubhouse and ground. The next major project will be the construction of a grandstand, with planning permission expected imminently. The club will also be undertaking extensive drainage work on the pitch next summer.
Choir seeks new recruits
FOLLOWING a very successful and busy summer, the Harbour Voices choir of Lyme Regis is seeking new members. The choir is a group of local men and women performing songs of the sea and recounting tales of the Dorset coast, both past and present. Under the leadership of new musical director Mark Hewitt, the group is expanding its repertoire of songs and arrangements, and also the number of singers in the group. It would welcome interest from all voice types and ages. To register your interest and to receive an information pack about Harbour Voices, email harbourvoiceslyme@gmail.com or phone 07710 641 337.
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A DAY at the races… there’s been a few over the past 20 years; Exeter, Taunton, Newton Abbot and occasionally Wincanton. In all those years there are two stand out men who were always in my camera lens - A.P. McCoy and Martin Pipe. Local trainer Martin Pipe was always in the news; he was one of the most successful trainers in the country and he gave up his time for the regional press. On many occasions I’ve stood at the end of the gallops, listening to Mr Pipe as he talked horses with his team of stable staff as they galloped the animals. Keeping still was very important, any sudden movement would spook the horses and throw the rider, nervous stuff to be honest. In 1994 Minihoma won the Grand National. This was great news for the West Country and trainer Martin Pipe but the added bonus was that the owner was Freddie Starr, and he flew down in a helicopter for the celebrations in the yard. It was a funny situation with Freddie larking around for the cameras, even kissing his horse quite passionately - he had just won quite a bit of money. What can I say about A.P. McCoy? The best in the country, nearly always there at the finish and champion jockey a number of times. If I was putting a fiver on the nose of a horse I would make sure AP was the jockey; it seemed to me that AP only ever rode the top horses.
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Save our 18th century cemetery chapel ■ RECENTLY during Heritage Week I visited this gem of a little chapel in the cemetery at Lyme Regis. As soon as I walked through the door I was amazed to see such a truly amazing 18th century chapel. The walls were beautifully painted and the altar had pictures hand painted. I stood in awe not knowing what was hidden inside this chapel. Speaking to locals they didn't know what it held inside either. Now to the bit that must be known. It has parts of the roof which you can see daylight through and rain water coming through is damaging the painted walls. With winter approaching what will be done, I asked. The reply was, “Well, we told the council three years ago and they are looking into it”. With the councils non-committed approach it wont be too long before this little gem falls apart and is lost forever. I then asked if we could raise money locally or get some free help from some of our local builders as our own ‘DIY SOS’ project.It works on TV, so why cant it work for Lyme Regis? Gillian Davis (by email)
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Arts Award Success IT has been another successful year for Year 8 students undertaking the Silver Arts Award course. Thirty-five students achieved a silver award, worth half a GCSE. Allison Bowskill, Arts Award co-ordinator, commented: “They worked extremely hard throughout the year on the various elements of the award, which included setting themselves a creative challenge to learn new skills; visiting and reviewing arts events; getting involved in arts activities and finally undertaking a leadership project which involved planning arts activities to teach to others. The course ended with a visit by the Arts Award moderator, who was very impressed with the standard and diversity of the students’ work. Well done to you all!”
Dartmoor clag descends on trip
Pupils prepare for silver Duke of Edinburgh Award MIST, fog and wind? It must be Year 9’s trip to Dartmoor! Last week 180 Year 9 geography pupils from the Woodroffe School in Lyme Regis went to Dartmoor to experience the moor in all its moods and to find out whether it would make a suitable location for a wind farm. During the day, the students got to see and experience the open moor as well as visit a popular ‘honey-pot’ site, and the Highland Moorland centre in Princetown. Mr Loveland, head of geography, said: “A heavy mist soon developed into a thick fog or ‘clag’ and visibility was at a minimum.
“In the afternoon a couple of groups could not even reach a local tor as a result of not being able to see more than 20 metres in front of them. “However, the year group were fantastic and despite the lack of views they all experienced what makes our local upland area special. “A big thank you to all staff and sixth formers who supported the trip and ensured no students were left on the moor! “Now our attention is turning to our next trip when, with the history department, 30 students will be visiting Naples in Italy to experience Vesuvius and Pompeii. It is sure to be a fantastic few days!”
BEFORE the summer holiday, a group of students from the Woodroffe School in Lyme Regis carried out a practise expedition for their silver Duke of Edinburgh Award on The Purbecks. The expedition included two nights camping and two days of walking approximately 17km per day. The routes they had chosen were challenging with breathtaking views, and they incorporated local places of interest including St Aldhelm’s Head. Duke of Edinburgh Award co-ordinator, Mrs Vincent, said: “The students were a pleasure to take as they were enthusiastic, had lovely manners and were mutually sup-
portive of their team mates. It was lovely watching them relax in each other’s company in the gorgeous summer evening without the distraction of phones and social media! “Their navigation was spot on and they reached all checkpoints in good time. They will complete their final silver expedition in October and we hope many will continue to do gold next year. “Well done to them. Also thank you so much for the constant support and presence of Gary Wells and Alan and Pat Goddard who give up their weekends to support the students.”
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STRIKER Pete Peacock joined a very exclusive club on Saturday when he notched his 200th goal for Lyme Regis Football Club. Only a handful of Lyme players have reached this milestone, including life member and legend Ellis Hoole and Graham ‘Percy’ Vere, who both went on to top the 500 mark, Pat Rice (217) and Stuart Rattenbury (237). Peacock, a old-style goal poacher, did it in the Rovers’ 1-1 draw with Merriott Dynamoes in their Perry Street Division 3 top-of-the-table clash. Lyme were kept in the game with a penalty save from veteran goalkeeper and club secretary Rob Thom with Ben Bowditch, elder brother of first-teamer Cody, returning to playing football and giving a good account of himself. After the game, joint manager Rob Larcombe commented: “This was an excellent first away performance of
the season and probably a fair result against our toughest opposition yet. “There was some real grit shown throughout and I think the defence and keeper (Rob Thom) deserve special credit for keeping us in the game. “Massive congratulations to Pete Peacock for scoring his 200th LRFC goal - an incredible achievement. And well done to Ollie Alner for the assist. “An excellent man-of-the-match performance came from Ben Bowditch on his first start of the season.” The Rovers are lying in second place in Perry Street Division Three, two points behind leaders Winsham Reserves. The previous week the Rovers beat Chard Rangers Reserves 5-0 with goals from Pete Peacock (3), Robbie Prior (a 25-yard screamer) and Scott Myers.
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WINNERS of the Ladies' Autumn closed competition (from the left) – Sarah Kilcoyne, Linda Deem and Carol Watson with the retiring Lady Captain Susan Moore
Keen competition for vets’ trophy By Richard Jackman THE Veterans’ Trophy at Lyme Regis Golf Club was a keenly played competition where front runner John Coley blitzed round with a nett 67 as he played some consistently excellent golf to come in with his score. John Toates too had a great round just falling on the last hole of each nine, otherwise he could have been challenging for the lead as the rest of the holes were brilliant in his nett 69. David Lines kept his cool to come in with two steady nines in his nett 70 to finish third. The midweek stableford produced some keen scores as Graham Paterson and Jeremy Linnert vied for top spot both with 37
points. In the end, despite Linnert’ s back nine charge, Paterson’s more steady performance on the closing holes proved enough to claim top spot while after a good front nine James Wilson held his nerve to come in with 36 points and take bronze. The ladies Autumn Closed competition produced some interesting results as some early favourites fell by the wayside to make way for a brilliant winning score of 83 from Sarah Kilcoyne, Linda Deem and Carol Watson as the team produced an untouchable score. The competition is for the best two scores on each hole and in second place was Sandra Barcley, Linda Richmond and Judith Ellard with 75 points.
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THREE goals up with halftime rapidly approaching, I turned to Dave Reed on the old man’s bench and said: “We’ll see a hatful of goals in the second half. “ Reeder nodded in agreement.
Fast forward the clock 61 minutes (five minutes of extra time was played), the Lyme first team players trudged off the pitch, having conceded victory against Devon & Exeter Premier strugglers Topsham Town, lucky to retain a point in a 3-3 draw, and we retired to the Davey Fort clubhouse for the postmatch drink thinking, “how the hell did that happened?” An hour later the Reserves and Rovers were celebrating two excellent wins whilst the first team squad sat at the end of the clubhouse looking slightly forlorn. I think this result proved one salient fact, perhaps not appreciated when we were cock-a-hoop over our promising start to Premier football a few short weeks ago, there are no easy games in this league. We were confident then that Gerard Hitchcock’s squad had what it takes to finish in a respectful top five position – but not on this showing. The Lyme determination and spirit which has delivered so much silverware to the Davey Fort seems to have evaporated in the past fortnight. They have a free Saturday next week and then have to face Exeter side Cronies, who would have been playing in the South West Peninsular League had they had the requisite facilities. A good performance against Cronies is much needed and would put Lyme back on track. But it wasn’t all bad news; the single point saw Lyme jump two positions in the Premiership table to sixth place. We’d settle for that at the end of the season. Topsham started the day second from bottom in the table, having not won any of their first five games of the season. But this didn’t look like a relegation-threatened side, especially in the second half when they completely dominated Lyme. Afterwards we learned this was the first time they had been able to field a full squad and the Seasiders won’t be the only scalp
they take this season. The visitors started strongly and the Lyme keeper Will Meech was soon in action. But the Seasiders weathered the storm and were dominant for the rest of the half, taking the lead with two goals in quick succession, in the 16th and 17th minute when Cody Bowditch
MAN-of-the-match Cody Bowditch met a perfect cross of Jake Bearpark to slide the ball home, followed by a Mark Bailey drive which stunned the visitors. Lyme continued to dominate with Cody, playing as an out-andout left winger, his favoured position, causing the visiting defence all sorts of problems and it was Cody who put the Seasiders in a stronger position when he fired home a third after good work by Ben Turner. Topsham gave a glimpse of what
to expect in the second half when they pulled one back just a minute later from close range. Had they taken all their chances Lyme could have turned around with a five-goal lead with a fourth goal going begging in a goalmouth scramble which saw the ball cleared off the line in desperate fashion, leaving the Lyme font men holding the heads in their hands. Lyme looked a different side after the break with Topsham buoyed by their comeback first-half goal and looking the more dangerous side, especially when experienced central defended Gary Knight was substituted due to injury. They lacked his experience in marshalling the back four and Lyme were far too defensive. Topsham narrowed the lead with their second goal on 80 minutes and then stole a point in the fourth minute of extra time from the penalty spot after a reckless tackle in the box from Kingsley Wellman. Lyme’s best second-half chance fell to man-of-the-match Bowditch who just managed to unleash a shot before being tackled after a penetrating run only, to see the ball trickle inches wide. Ben Turner worked had for Lyme in midfield but a number of players seem way off their best form and struggling for fitness. But in the inquest afterwards we consoled ourselves with the view that’s it a bit early, with just six league games played, to take a too dismal view of our chances in Premier football.
Comfortable win for Ressies LYME Regis Reserves moved into fourth place in Devon & Exeter Division Four after an excellent 4-2 victory over near neighbours Millwey Rise. Had Lyme not cancelled at earlier game, they could have been in the runners-up spot. The first half was tightly contested, with Millwey taking the lead early on but Lyme drawing level before half-time through Spanish singing Jaime Roderiguez who finished off a well– worked move with a neat finish after a one-on-one with the keeper. Lyme started the second half strongly but squandered
a number of chances before Millwey took the lead against the run of play. The Seasiders switched their formation to three at the back which paid dividends and quickly saw Fred Thomson equalize with two goals to follow from Joe Allen, one of which was a delightful chip from 20 yards out. Joint manager Luke Clifton commented after the game: “We said at the interval that it was only a matter of time before Millwey tired which proved correct as we went on to secure a well deserved three points.”
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October 5 2018
Alfie still skittling after 54 years LYME Regis skittlers are back in action for another season and for one player it will be his 54th season. Alfie Trott, who lives in Charmouth, first started playing in 1964 and hasn’t missed a year since. Alfie now plays for The Flyers, based at Social Club, runners-up in the Men’s Division One last season, who will be again challenging for honours. OCTOBER FIXTURES Friday, October 5 Men’s Cornish Cup – Rousdon Rebels v Marksmen; Flyers v President’s Men; Trappers v Wreckers; Roadrunners v Clueless; Alleytwits v Miscellaneous. The winners will meet in the Cornish Cup quarter finals week commencing April 23 2019. Monday, October 8 Miscellaneous v President’s Men; Shakers v Rousdon Revels; Wreckers v Roadrunners. Monday, October 22 Hot Gossips v Generations; La Creme v Rollercoasters; Wootton Wobblers v Pin Pals. Tuesday, October 23 President’s Men v Skittle Me Timbers. Wednesday, October 24 Shakers v Alley Twits; Trappers v Roadrunners. Thursday, October 26 Skittso’s v Smashers. Friday, October 28 Royal British Legion v Clueless; Flyers v Anthill Mob; Marksmen v Wreckers; No Hopers v Young Guns; Rousdon v Miscellaneous.
VETERAN skittler Alfie Trott sees his side off to a flying start with their first win of the season at the Ship Inn
Reserves’ second half 4-goal blitz PHILIP EVANS
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LYME Regis Reserves jumped into third place in the Devon & Exeter League Division Four with a workmanlike performance against bottom club Pinhoe 1st.
Whilst Lyme dominated proceedings from the kick-off, they were unable to convert several scoring chances in the first half which could have seen them go into the interval with a 4-0 lead. The best chances of the half fell to Sam Pollard-Jones who hit the bar after 25 minutes and Julien Simier who went close after good work down the right by Daley Holmes. It was not until the 42nd minute that the visitors staged their first attack. It was a different story after the break when Lyme cashed in on their superiority with four well worked goals. The first came after 15 minutes when Sam PollardJones, who looked dangerous all afternoon, latched onto an incisive through ball from Simier to slot home in the corner of the net. Pollard-Jones got on the end of a good
cross from new signing Dan Boot, exUplyme and Charmouth player, to make it 2-0 and completed his first hat-trick for the Seasiders to open up a three-goal lead. Lyme suffered rare lack of concentration in defence and were caught napping as Pinhoe pulled a goal back after 80 minutes, but the three points were well and truly sewn up when Lyme’s Spanish signing, Jaime Roderiguez completed the 4-1 scoreline with a good individual effort which saw him round a defender and the keeper before slotting the ball home. Both Holmes brothers, Wesley and Daley, look good acquisitions for Lyme with Daley particularly effective upfront. Aaron Cleal also had a good game at right back. But Pollard-Jones got the man-of-the-match accolade for his hattrick performance and he could well be the answer to the first team’s lack of power up front if available. The Reserves look more than comfortable in Division Four and moved into third place, five points behind leaders Elmore 2nds, with Fenton in second place, but they have played one more game than the top two.
STRIKER Pete Peacock scored his 200th goal for the Seasiders when the Rovers drew with Merriot Dynamos on Saturday. See page 23
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NOW IN THE DEVON & EXETER PREMIER LEAGUE Although no games at the Davey Fort this Saturday (October 5), the clubhouse will open at 4pm
Cricket club to field one league team UPLYME & Lyme Regis Cricket Club will be entering a single team in the Devon Cricket League in 2019, it was agreed at this week’s annual meeting. To reflect member wishes, the second league team will be replaced by a weekend friendly team which will play, primarily on Sundays, against other local friendly and touring sides. The meeting heard that this will enable massively reduced travelling, reduced ‘game time’ and a more attractive opportunity particularly for younger players. The move is expected to improve player availability, as there will not routinely be more than one fixture on the same day and friendly game selection will not be constrained by Devon Cricket League selection restrictions. Members discussed in detail the report presented by the chairman, Ian Thomas, on the future of the ground and pavilion and unanimously supported all recommendations. Members thanked KG5 Trustees and expressed support for the strong working relationship becoming established between the club and KG5. It was also resolved to support further close working toward a sustainable future for both club and trustees, recognising that this is essential to safeguarding the future of cricket on the KG5 Ground serve both Uplyme and Lyme Regis communities. Officers elected were: president, Brian Rattenbury; vice-president – Gary Rowland; chairman – Ian Thomas; secretary – Derek Wellman; treasurer - Neil Price; club captain – Mark Brimicombe; groundsman – John Hunt, supported by Simon Rattenbury, who will also be club welfare officer. The club also thanked Eddie Clarke, who has stepped down at the end of the season, for his work over several years, particularly associated with our ground and youth programme.
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