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Culling gulls the ‘only solution’ TOWN councillors have said that more action must be taken to tackle “increasing” problems caused by seagulls in Lyme Regis, with some calling for a cull of the birds. Despite seagulls being a protected species, suggestions were made at this week’s council meeting that culling the birds was the “only solution” to their increasing attacks on beach-goers in their search for food. Others suggested high-frequency noise deterrents, warnings on food packaging and bringing birds of prey into town to scare the gulls away as possible solutions. REPORT, PAGE 3
Ending summer with a splash! TWO hundred swimmers ended summer on a high over the weekend, when they completed Lyme Splash’s fourth swimming challenge, a distance of 3.15k from Lyme Regis to Charmouth. The annual event was another sell-out success, with all swimming places taken. See page 7 for full story and more photos
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Council denies paying out £100,000 in staff disputes LYME Regis Town Council is embroiled in a row over tax with former town and district councillor George Symonds. Mr Symonds, the owner of the Marine Parade Amusement Arcade, has been informed that he will have to start paying VAT on the rent of the premises he has leased off the council for two decades.
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In an angry exchange of views at last week’s council meeting, Mr Symonds claimed that the £9,000 VAT he is now being asked to pay on his rent is being charged so the council can reclaim VAT for proposed major resurfacing works on the flat roof area above his premises.
The council budgeted £400,000 for the resurfacing and renovation of the flat roof area above the Amusement Arcade, Antiques & Craft Centre and SWIM, but was recently told it would have to scale back the project as it had been costed at almost double the budget. Mr Symonds told councillors that if they wanted to save money they should look first at the oper-
ation of their own office, alleging that £100,000 had been spent on dealing with staffing issues and “industrial tribunals”, which the council has strongly denied. Despite being a long-term tenant, Mr Symonds has not had to pay VAT in the past, and the Antiques & Craft Centre and SWIM will also have to start paying the tax. CONTINUED ON PAGE 2
Lottery grant for new radio station
IT is hoped a new community radio station, named Lyme Bay Radio, will soon be up and running thanks to a £8,819 National Lottery Awards for All grant. Local residents Chris Tipping and Simon West are the driving force behind what is shaping up to be a vibrant and informative community radio station, which will be available to listen to on the internet. REPORT, PAGE 18
Record unbeaten run for Seasiders
LYME Regis Football Club’s First Team extended their unbeaten run in premier football to a record six games after beating Lympstone in an East Devon Senior Cup match last Saturday. REPORT, PAGE 24
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Council denies allegations made by seafront trader in tax dispute CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE the rents was approved when the council went into private session at the end of last week’s meeting, after receiving legal advice that they were entitled to do so. Mr Symonds, who previously served on West Dorset District Council, made his damning statement in the public forum at the beginning of the meeting, accusing the council of “borderline tax avoidance”. He also described the way he had been treated as “appalling” as there had been no prior consultation with him or any of the other tenants. Speaking at the meeting, Mr Symonds said: “First of all, I want to say what an appalling way this has been handled because no one from the town council’s offices or the town clerk has contacted me or any of the other tenants. “You’re trying to push something through without any feedback from someone like myself about the impact it could have on them, and I think it’s extremely underhanded and very poor when business is concerned, I certainly wouldn’t do this to somebody. “You’re trying to charge VAT on my rent. VAT is 20 per cent, which will increase my rent by more than £9,000. “I’m sure in your report in explains in detail about Machine Games Duty and how the complex law of that works in this area. I cannot claim the VAT back on my rent; I am VAT registered but one of the stipulations of MGD is that I cannot claim VAT on rent, so this would cost me £9,000 a year and over for the next 20 years. I don’t think it’s acceptable to put 20 per cent on my rent straight away. “After all these years, why has this council decided to charge VAT on the tenants’ rent of the Antiques Centre, SWIM and the Amuse-
ment Arcade? “Why the change? I’m sure your report will cover this. The change is that you’re trying to repair the area above our premises and claim the VAT back from your tenants. This is actually on the borderline of tax avoidance by the town council, because you’ve had 20 years of charging no VAT and now all of a sudden, because you’re doing a job on those shelters, which have had very little money spent on them over a number of years, you want to charge your tenants VAT - tenants that have been loyal to you all over this period of time. “If that doesn’t come near tax avoidance, I don’t know what does... I’m not going to lie down and just try and find £9,000 a year, I’m going to fight it tooth and nail. ‘Setting a very low bar’ “This is certainly not a way to treat leaseholders, it’s no way to treat tenants. If you’re trying to work with the business community, this is setting a very low bar to start with because nobody from the town council office has contacted me whatsoever. “If this town council wants to save money, what they need to do is look at their own office. Look at where these industrial tribunal cases are coming from and the £100,000 it’s supposedly cost so far, including a potential payout you may have to make to a third party. “That’s where you want to start, look at the office and not at people who are trying to work hard for a living, employing people in this town, and have been doing so for a long time.” The Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Brian Larcombe MBE, said he was unaware of the lack of correspondence between the council office and tenants. He added: “We as councillors are lay members when it comes to understanding tax issues. That is why we’re trying to take a careful
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approach here; that’s why the previous meeting on this was postponed so we could gain a better understanding and then come to this meeting having learnt what the aspects and issues are.” The town clerk John Wright added: “This council has not made a decision in terms of what it wants to do, there’s no information for me to communicate. This organisation needs to decide what it wants to do before I have a dialogue with the tenants. “To say we are thinking about doing something, ‘we might do this, we might do that’, is not right. When you decide what you want to do there will be communication with the tenants.” Mr Symonds replied: “I don’t think that’s right, it would be certainly good manners to come along and say ‘this is their intention’.” Addressing Mr Symonds’ allegations after the meeting, the town clerk said: “In considering its decision, the council took legal and expert financial advice. The council is a statutory body and would not embark on any activity which is unlawful. “The council has not been party to any recent employment tribunals and hasn’t spent £100,000 on employment tribunal related payouts.” Mr Symonds, however, is now seeking legal advice on the issue and had submitted a Freedom of Information request to the council on a number of issues. Information requested includes the amount spent on employment tribunals and financial consultants in the past three years, how much the council has made by letting the flat roof area above his premises for events, and, in a completely unrelated topic, how much the council has paid in rent for the Sidmouth Road park and ride site since it ceased operation.
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Council repeats call for all-year-round ban of dogs from town’s main beach LYME Regis councillors have reiterated their desire for dogs to be banned from the town’s sandy beach and Cobb Gate shingle beach all year round. Following the introduction of a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) by the now defunct West Dorset District Council in October 2017, dogs are currently allowed on Lyme’s main sandy beach without a lead between October 1 and May 1. Lyme Regis Town Council objected to the PSPO when it was first introduced, with members arguing that dogs should be kept on leads, and a number of complaints from the public about dogs defecating, urinating and being out of control on the sandy beach have also been received. Following an incident in which a 12-year-old boy was bitten by a dog on the beach in December 2018, further calls for reconsideration of the policy were made, as well as suggestions of a complete ban of dogs from the sandy beach. However, the suggestion of a complete ban has proved controversial with some dog owners, who have said it is unfair to penalise well-behaved dogs and owners who clean up after their pets.
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francesca@lyme-online.co.uk The PSPO, now enforced by the new Dorset Council, is due to expire and be reconsidered in October 2020, but Dorset Council has now said it plans to extend it for an additional six weeks until December 31 2020 for internal logistical reasons. This announcement sparked another debate on dogs in the Lyme Regis Town Council chamber, where members reiterated their call for an all-yearround ban on both the sandy beach and Cobb Gate shingle beach. Councillor Michaela Ellis said: “I think we need to go back to Dorset Council and say we want a policy that is suitable for us as a seaside town. “We had to go along with a policy last time when it was West Dorset District Council, there was no consultation and it does not suit what we need here in this town.” The Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Brian Larcombe MBE, said: “I would like to see the extension
of the dog ban to all year round on the sandy beach and the front shingle beach.” Councillor Larcombe also asked if they could explore banning dogs from the cemetery, but was told they could not as this was a public footpath. He then requested that low height fencing be installed either side of the cemetery footpath leading up to Henry’s Way, as he said this was where the main problem with dog’s mess was, and this will now be considered at a future meeting. Referring to dogs on the beach, Councillor Ellis continued: “It just causes problems with children, it’s the conflict of it. The pebble beach does not get washed and I dread to think what people could pick up from there. “There are beaches either side that people can use to take their dogs and many other places in the town.” Deputy town clerk Mark Green said he would relay members’ comments to Dorset Council, and they would likely receive a formal consultation on the policy next year before it expires.
Councillors suggest cull as seagull problem increases COUNCILLORS have said that more action must be taken to tackle “increasing” problems caused by seagulls in Lyme Regis, with some calling for a cull of the protected birds. Seagulls attacking children was included on the council’s regular list of complaints from members of the public, received at this week’s Town Management & Highways Committee. Councillor Belinda Bawden said she had recently been attacked by a gull in Church Street and said the problem was getting “significantly worse”. “I have heard people saying they won’t come to Lyme Regis again because of the seagulls,” she added. Committee chairman John Broom said there was only one way to solve the problem - to “shoot them”. Councillor Kelsey Ellis agreed that the problem had worsened and suggested that the council consider installing high-frequency noise deter-
rents, which some restaurants had already started using. Councillor Jeff Scowen said the council should reconsider using birds of prey to scare the gulls. The council used an eagle and hawk on a trial basis over Easter but agreed not to continue with the initiative because of its high cost. The Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Brian Larcombe MBE, said: “We would have to hire them everyday and the cost would be huge, because as soon as they leave the gulls come back. “Lyme is not special, St Ives has an even worse problem than we’ve got. We’re not alone in this one, there’s no quick answer and it comes with being a place of takeaway food. That beach is like an open restaurant to a seagull.” Councillor Bawden suggested that warnings about gulls should be printed on takeaway packaging, and Councillor Kelsey Ellis agreed the solution was more about educating the public not to feed the birds.
Councillor Scowen replied: “People feeding them is not a major issue. The problem is children at the seaside on a sunny day walking with their ice cream. What do you do to stop that happening? You can’t. “We should pay the money for the hawks on high days and holidays. Sooner or later we’re going to have a serious injury with a young child, I pray that we don’t but we need to be proactive. “We are a relatively well-off council, so it costs us a few tens of thousands of pounds, we need to think about safety and this is the only way we can do it.” Councillor Larcombe commented: “We should talk to other seaside resorts and there should be some kind of lobbying of government to see if we can cull gulls in seaside areas. I’m sorry, that’s the only way unless you restrict the amount of takeaway outlets and al freso dining.” It was agreed to give further consideration to the problems caused by seagulls at a future meeting.
Huge emergency services response for injured man
A MAJOR emergency services response was called to Anning Road in Lyme Regis on Thursday, September 5. Four police cars, one police community support van, five ambulance vehicles and the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance were called to the scene at the junction of Anning Road and Charmouth Road. A statement from the police said: “Dorset Police was called at 9am today, Thursday 5 September 2019, to a concern for welfare report of a man at an address on Anning Road in Lyme Regis. “It was reported from the ambulance service that the man had sustained injuries. “Officers attended the address and the man was taken to hospital by the air ambulance.” The incident resulted in one of the biggest emergency services responses seen in the town for many years. However, police have said they will not be giving any further statement regarding the circumstances of this incident.
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Have your say on the Jurassic Coast’s future THE Jurassic Coast Trust is seeking public input into a new partnership plan, which will guide management of the World Heritage Site over the next five years. Everyone with an interest in how this World Heritage Site – which stretches from Studland to Exmouth – is managed, and how the site can play an active role in the lives of local communities, is encouraged to contribute to a public consultation. For more details and to read the plan, visit jurassiccoast.org/plan
Brexit blamed for Carpets redundancies ONE of the biggest employers in the local area, Axminster Carpets, blamed uncertainty surrounding Brexit as it asked staff to take voluntary redundancy. The historic company, known for supplying high quality carpets to Buckingham Palace and all Wetherspoon pubs, made the shock announcement to staff on Tuesday. It is not known how many redundancies will be made.
Lifeboat Week breaks record with £36k total ORGANISERS of Lyme Regis Lifeboat Week are celebrating after smashing last year’s all-time record and raising a total of £36,500 for the RNLI. Members of the Lyme Regis & Charmouth Lifeboat Supporters Group were informed of the final total from this summer’s week of fundraising events by treasurer Brian Cursley at their meeting last Wednesday. In his detailed report, Mr Cursley revealed that out of about 72 events, the top earners were the water or wine lucky dip outside the lifeboat station (£6,002), sale of the Lifeboat Week programme (£3,760), and the book stall (£2,556). The total of £36,500 beats last year’s record of £34,765, meaning this year’s event was the most
successful Lifeboat Week to date. Since the early 1970s Lyme Regis Lifeboat Week has boosted the life-saving charity’s funds by hundreds of thousands of pounds. In the last seven years alone, volunteers have raised £250,000, thanks to the generous donations of visitors, residents and traders in the town and surrounding areas. Chairman of the supporters group, Ken Lavery, said: “This year’s week was just brilliant and a huge tribute to everyone involved. All the new events did well as did the old favourites. We are now planning an even more ambitious week for 2020.” Next year’s Lifeboat Week will be held from July 25 to 31.
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Uplyme Morris supports RAF Association UPLYME Morris supported the Royal Air Force (RAF) Association’s charity event ‘Tea for the Few’ in West Bay on Saturday, August 24. The morris side delighted crowds with their dance sessions throughout the afternoon. The association supports past and present members of the RAF as well as local charities. The event raised nearly £300. The morris side has two ex-RAF members itself. Bill, who dances, is a former navigator on jet bombers and Gavin, who plays the melodeon, was formerly in the educational branch of the service.
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A MAN was arrested on suspicion of arson after two fires were started in Lyme Regis in the early hours of Monday, September 2. The fire service and police were called to reports of a fire at a property in Bridge Street and a further report was then received of a fire in an enclosed passageway on Coombe Street, next to Lyme’s Fish Bar. A 36year-old man was arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life, and criminal damage.
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LOCAL artist Jess Douglas has donated £130 to Lyme Regis lifeboat crew. Jess, who is well known for her paintings of fishing boats and other vessels, raised the funds by selling copies of her Firefly National Championships promotional poster when the sailing event was recently held in the town. Her illustration was also used on plaques for the competitors.
I THINK I’ll be a little lost for things to do this weekend now all of Lyme’s summer events are done and dusted. Having covered all the major festivals over the past few months, the LymeOnline team finished up with a promotional stand at Food Rocks and it was great to meet so many of our regular readers, and lots of visitors too, telling us how much they loved Lyme Regis and how much they valued having a local newspaper - that’s why we do it! We had a great weekend sampling all the foodie delights on offer along the seafront and joining Mark Hix and his hard-working team at their two feast nights in the festival marquee - see pages 12 and 13 for full coverage. Sunday was scorching hot and, as well as enjoying the food festival, we cheered on the 200 swimmers taking part in the annual Lyme Splash swimming challenge (see page 7). At the end of the afternoon - with my last Black Cow Vodka cocktail of the weekend in hand - I looked out across the sparkling water, catching glimpses of the visiting dolphin playing with the boats and paddle boards - it was a perfect late summer’s day in Lyme and one of those moments when you realise how lucky you are. For me, that was the last day of the ‘season’ and Monday seemed to prove me right. We popped down the seafront in the morning to pick up our stand - grey, wet and windy with not a soul on the beach. “Summer’s really over now,” I thought.
But now it’s time to get back to my usual Saturday routine for autumn and winter, cheering on the Seasiders with my Dad at the Davey Fort. The club’s First Team have got off to a flying start with an unbeaten run of six matches - a record since they joined the Devon & Exeter League (see page 24). Tomorrow (Saturday, September 14) we’re organising a Youth Section Open Day at the fort, welcoming our future Seasiders - who pull on the yellow and black shirt from as young as five - to take part in a special training session with the senior players and walk out with them as mascots ahead of kick-off. Everyone is welcome to come along and show the young players some support. As I write this column I’m also looking forward to another event this evening - the National Theatre Live screening of Phoebe WallerBridge’s ‘Fleabag’ at the Marine Theatre - so popular they’ve had to arrange an encore screening later in the month to accommodate everyone. There’s plenty more great events coming up at the theatre, with the autumn programme to be launched in October. So I guess I won’t be too short of things to do after all.
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Creative writing sessions Artsreach launch new at Lyme Regis Museum programme for autumn LYME Regis Museum is working with local poet and writer Sarah Acton to offer creative writing afternoons celebrating the town’s heritage. The Sunday afternoon sessions will encourage writing inspired by objects in the museum’s collections. For details call 01297 443370 or visit www.lymeregismuseum.co.uk
PASSIONATE about connecting communities across rural Dorset with professional arts experiences, the team at Artsreach are excited to reveal their new autumn programme, featuring music, theatre and dance performances to be held in rural venues throughout county over the coming months.
Innovative one-man musical at the Marine ‘THE Truth About Men’, written by Scott Lavene, is a performance that dives head-first into an exploration of definitions of fatherhood and masculinity in the modern age. This one-man musical will come to the Marine Theatre in Lyme Regis on Saturday, October 12, with the bar opening at 7pm for an 8pm start. Tickets are £7.50 for early bird, £8 in advance or £9 on the door, with a 10 per cent discount for theatre members. To book, call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com
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Clash with council mars return of food festival
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HAT’S it then - summer is over, brought to a close by the seventh Food Rocks festival, organised by celebrity chef Mark Hix and his staff. But will there be another one? That is the question.
The two-day festival, now established as one of the most popular culinary events in the South West, held on Marine Parade and the top of the shelters, was an outstanding success, attracting record crowds and raising a significant five-figure sum for two charities - the RNLI and The Fishermen’s Mission.
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Unfortunately, however, the proceedings ended with an unseemly spat between the organisers and town council staff over staging issues which, I understand, has caused the HIX empire to consider taking the festival elsewhere. A spokesperson for HIX told me: “It’s a very sad end to an incredibly successful event for Lyme Regis and has left the HIX team not wanting to put this on again.” And they added that one council employee’s manner was “hostile and aggressive”. Apparently it was not the first time this has happened and some traders have decided to boycott the Lyme event in future because they have been treated in such a rude manner by officials. I was present at the festival for the whole of the two days. It was a very happy, well organised event which attracted huge numbers from outside the town. Many came to our promotional stand to say how much they enjoyed coming to Lyme for such events, and one couple even went as far to say that they intended to move from North Dorset because Lyme was such a lively town. Whilst the Marine Parade is a wonderful location for a festival, there are challenges with access and using the upper level of the shelters. However, at this particular event the organisers do not allow large vehicles to get onto the top of the shelters by dangerously negotiating the steep bank down the gardens, as was the case for the recent Dorset Street Food Festival. An argument continues about the value of such events to Lyme Regis with some traders complaining it takes business away from them. That was certainly the case with the Dorset Street Food event, a commercial enterprise in mid season. Food Rocks, however, is different for three important reasons. One, it is organised by volunteers (members of the HIX staff and others); two, all profits go to worthy charities - the RNLI and The Fishermen’s Mission which have benefitted greatly over the years; and three, it is held outside the main holiday period and so extends the season for the benefit of all traders. Last weekend’s Food Rocks certainly brought more people into town than would have been the case had it not been held - the first weekend after the end of the summer holidays after kids had returned to school. Other food and drinks outlets seemed extremely busy despite any perceived competition from the festival stands. One owner of a restaurant at the Cobb told me: “We like Food Rocks. Mark Hix is one of us and we were extremely busy throughout the weekend.” Another restaurant owner at the other end of town confirmed they were also very busy, more so than they expected. It has to be remembered, however, that council staff are under a good deal of pressure concerning the amount of vehicles on the seafront. But courtesy costs nothing and it should be possible to sort out problems in a polite but firm manner. The festival was visited by the Mayor, Councillor Brian Larcombe, and his deputy, Councillor Jeff Scowen, who is chairman of the Tourism, Community and Publicity Committee. Both were impressed with the organisation of Food Rocks and both are anxious not to lose them. The fact remains, however, Mark Hix could take this event to his home town West Bay or Weymouth, both of which would bite his hand off to host the festival. But Mark has a restaurant in Lyme and wants to put something back into the community. Let’s hope commonsense will prevail and Food Rocks 8 returns next year with a new spirit of cooperation between organisers and the council.
SPORTING DYNASTY - brothers Steve (left) and Mark (right) Batey with their cousin, Tyler Wellman, keeping their family tradition of sporting excellence very much alive, pictured at Uplyme and Lyme Regis Cricket Club’s end of season presentation night
Unforgettable season for England - and Uplyme CC WHAT a summer it’s been for those of us who are cricket fanatics - not just because of England’s unbelievable victory in the World Cup and Ben Stokes’ herculean solo efforts to win one of the Test matches against the Aussies, but also for our local club, Uplyme & Lyme Regis. As a former player of limited ability and club chairman, I was delighted to see Uplyme gain promotion to a higher division in the Devon Cricket League. Bearing in mind that the club nearly went out of business the previous year, this is a marvellous achievement and I was pleased to see that the players celebrated their success in true Uplyme style with a presentation party after their last game of the season in their refurbished clubhouse (see page 23). There were fears that the club would have to fold after failing to complete their fixtures in the 2017-2018 season, but the community and ex-players rallied round to raise funds to put them back on an even keel and the committee sensibly decided to scrap their 2nd X1 because of the difficulty in attracting enough players to field two sides, especially with so much travelling in the Devon League to away games. Because of my long association with Lyme Regis Football Club - more than 50 years as a player, chairman and now president - most people assume that football is my first love. But as a young man, cricket was my great passion and some of my closest friendships were forged on the cricket pitch, friendships that have lasted the test of time. As kids we were coached by Bob Mason and Ted Denham but the club was in de-
cline when we were old enough to play adult cricket. That is until the late Dennis Applebee moved to Lyme from North London where he played a high standard of cricket. He breathed new life into the club, organising a number of social events including the notorious Gentlemen’s Nights, details of which cannot be revealed in a family newspaper. Whenever we get together the discussion invariably turns to the many fun times we had playing cricket around the area and the great characters who kept us amused. We recall with great pride the sporting festival we organised in 1985 to raise funds for the new pavilion which brought to town a galaxy of sporting stars, including Jimmy Greaves (football), Colin Milburn (cricket), Terry Griffiths (snooker) and Suzanne Dando (gymnastics), raising the princely sum of £8,000. We also remember with fondness joining forces with entertainer Richard Digance, who lived in Lyme at the time, to stage a week of shows at the Marine Theatre, and sporting events, raising £30,000 for the new health centre following the closure of the hospital. Richard called on all his showbiz mates to take part and these included such big names as comedians Jim Davis, Hale & Pace, Jethro and singer Elkie Brooks. Those were heady days for the cricketers of Uplyme and Lyme Regis, which may never return, but it’s heartening to see that Uplyme and Lyme Regis Cricket Club is still full of spirit and ambition. Long may that be the case.
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Lyme Splash hosts fourth swimming challenge
SWIMMERS dashed to the water’s edge in Lyme Regis for the 3.15k swim to Charmouth
THE fourth Lyme Splash swimming challenge was held on Sunday, September 8 with 200 swimmers completing the 3.15k from Lyme Regis to Charmouth. The annual event was another sell-out success with all swimming places being filled and with a large waiting list. Those taking part were split into groups, with each dashing to the water on the call of the Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Brian Larcombe MBE, accompanied by mayoress Wendy Larcombe. A number of safety boats, including several kayakers and paddle boarders, watched over the event, and on arrival in Charmouth swimmers were warmed up with hot chocolate and biscuits before being whisked back to Lyme Regis by Lyme Rib Rides. Karen Durham Diggins, founder and chairman of Lyme Splash, said: “We took all the feedback we’ve had from previous events and everything certainly came together this year. Flags sponsored by Lyme Bay Holidays provided a focal point and clarity for each group of swimmers, our new buoys worked brilliantly for both swimmers and kayakers, and we can finally lend them to others, having called in so many favours in the past. “The harbourmaster made, yet again, a tremendous effort in ensuring the smooth support of the event and our mayor and mayoress added a sense of occasion by starting each
wave of swimmers. The gig club, sailing club and power boat club all supplied safety boats and crews and anything else we needed. “Lyme Regis Waterpolo Club stepped up to volunteer, from heating milk to putting down rubber mats on the beach to help swimmers out of the water. We support Plastic Free Lyme Regis and they also supported us, as always, by helping with registration, swimmer briefings and making delicious hot chocolate from Dorset Chocolatiers Chococo and handing out much loved Moore’s Biscuits. “Everyone who helped should feel very proud of themselves. We have had so much feedback from swimmers, either in person or via email or social media, thanking us for such a feeling of safety and an enjoyable, cheerful event. “Lyme Regis and Charmouth were absolutely shown off at their best, the weather conditions were perfect and even the dolphin turned up, although it didn’t complete the swim!” Results were as follows: 1st Ben Greenslade (37 mins, 19 secs), 2nd Ollie Heard (37 mins, 33 secs), 3rd Malcolm Greenslade (40 mins, 05 secs). First female home Millie Downes (43 mins, 15 secs). Lyme Splash promotes watersports in the Lyme Bay area and holds the swimming challenge and a waterpolo championship annually. For more information, visit www.lymesplash.com
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Arabian Nights theme Orlando, 11, cycles to Scotland in for community events just five days for air ambulance
UPLYME Community Sponsorship Scheme will be hosting two Arabian Nights theme events to continue its fundraising efforts to resettle a Syrian refugee family in the local area. The first event will be an Arabian Nights storytelling evening with professional storyteller Martin Maudsley.This will be held at the Masonic Hall, off Broad Street, on Wednesday, September 18 from 7.30pm. Inspired by the rich traditions of Arab and Persian culture, Martin will weave together a flying carpet of stories from ‘1001 Nights’ and beyond, accompanied by music by Andrea Crociani on the Turkish bağlama. Tickets are £8 or £5 for the unwaged and under 18s, and are available from the Tourist Information Centre on 01297 442318. Those attending are encouraged to bring along a cushion to listen from the floor, or use the chairs available, and come early to enjoy refreshments before the magic begins. The theme will continue with an Arabian Nights dinner and auc-
tion of promises at Uplyme Village Hall on Saturday, October 12. Tickets, including an Arabian-inspired dinner, cost £20 and are also available from Lyme Regis Tourist Information Centre or Uplyme Stores. Auction prizes will include tea at the House of Commons with Sir Oliver Letwin MP; a stay in a holiday cabin; lessons in piano, guitar, tennis, gig rowing, German, drawing and the Alexander Technique; a dinner party for eight; hair-styling; gardening services; a bird-watching walk; a home extension/improvement plan and many more. Other upcoming events for Uplyme Community Sponsorship Scheme will include a disco at the The Hub with DJ Ayvin playing an eclectic mix of jazz, soul, disco, reggae, world, remixes and electronica, and a cash bar available. The disco will be held on Saturday, September 28 from 8pm and tickets costing £8, or £5 for unwaged and under 18s, are available from Lyme Regis Tourist Information Centre.
AN 11-year-old schoolboy from Uplyme has raised almost £800 for Devon Air Ambulance by cycling to Scotland in less than five days. Orlando Migliari, who left Mrs Ethelston’s Primary School in July, was joined by his dad Justin on the 410-mile cycling challenge last month, averaging just over 80 miles a day to reach Gretna Green. On the first day, Orlando and Justin cycled from Lyme Regis to Tintern Abbey in South Wales, which was the first time Orlando had ever cycled more than 100 miles in one day. Dad Justin commented: “He loved cycling across the Severn Bridge into Wales and I think he was pretty amazed that he’d managed to cover such a distance on his first day.” On day two they reached the Shropshire Hills and day three took them to Cheshire. Day four saw a gruelling stretch across the Forest of Bowland to the small town of Bentham, and on the final day they took in the edges of the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District to reach their final destination of Gretna Green, just inside the Scottish border. The ride was completely unassisted, with Orlando and his dad carrying all their own kit, including a tent and sleeping bags, and they didn’t even have the luxury of a campsite simply pitching up on grass wherever they could.
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Having previously enjoyed long-distance cycling rides together, the father and son were considering what their next challenge should be when they saw the Devon Air Ambulance responding to an emergency in Uplyme, and agreed they wanted to raise money for the charity. Justin commented: “I can’t help thinking that Orlando really pushed himself for the air ambulance. He’s not a cyclist per se, he’s not in a cycling or triathlon club, he just enjoys riding his bike. “He is very fit thanks to his gymnastics and he follows a healthy diet, which is why I had enough faith in him that he could do the ride. That and the fact he’s a determined and bright young fella, who knew what he was doing. “We had previously cycled twice to
Paris and we’d covered a couple of coast to coasts together, so we had an idea what the distance would feel like. “It was a testing ride, with countless hills, some wet weather to contend with, and some challenging roads. But Orlando never complained once, and although he was clearly tired, he never said so, and when he was hurting, no tears were shed. “Unbelievably, the main diet to fuel him the 410 miles or so was sausage rolls and custard creams! No funny protein concoctions or gels and only good old fashioned tap water to keep him hydrated.” Orlando and Justin would like to thank all those who have supported and sponsored them, and Colyford Cycles for their help in getting their bikes ready.
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THE main issue raised by the public at September’s Uplyme Parish Council meeting was highway safety, with speeding vehicles and lack of footpaths for pedestrian safety the biggest concern. It was also noted that heavy goods vehicles often drive on the wrong side of the road around the traffic-calming island at Crogg Lane. The chairman Chris James requested all such concerns be reported to Devon County Council’s highways department with a copy of the letter/email to the parish clerk. Devon Highways wish to inform all those responsible for placing “illegal” signs and notices on the grass verges of the highway that they will be removed and they ask that this practice cease. There are hedges and trees again causing obstruction to road traffic, especially doubledecker buses, on the B3651 (Lyme Road)
and the parish council require them to be pruned by the landowner. We do not wish the bus service to be rerouted or suspended again. Ash dieback disease is already affecting trees within the parish. All landowners with an ash tree are strongly advised to look out for the signs of disease. If an affected tree is not felled early then felling will be extremely expensive as it has to be felled without being able to climb it. Advice is available on the Devon County Council and other websites. The parish council has decided to support the formation of an Uplyme Community Land Trust to enable affordable housing provision. A public meeting will be held on November 20 and more details on this will follow. The above content is supplied by Uplyme Parish Council
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Charmouth to host its first folk festival CHARMOUTH will host its first folk festival later this month, with a packed programme of musical events including headliner Richard Digance. A BAFTA nominated entertainer, Richard Digance (pictured right) lived in Lyme Regis during the 1980s when he held ITV’s prime Saturday night slot. He has released 31 albums and will be performing a selection of his favourite hits when he opens the folk festival at St Andrew’s Community Hall, Charmouth, on Friday, September 27, supported by Kelly Oliver. Musical entertainment will then continue throughout Saturday, September 28 and Sunday 29 at various venues around the village. Ticketed events at the community hall, village hall and church will include names such as John Watterson, Green Diesel, Grant Baynham, FolkLaw and Keith Christmas. There is also an extensive programme of free performances at the local pubs, holiday parks and library, but donations towards the cost of the festival are welcome. Start both days with a big breakfast at the community hall from 10am, in aid of Awaken for Love Africa on the Saturday and 1st Charmouth Scouts on the Sunday, or enjoy pulled pork rolls alongside music from Gary and
Vera Aspey at the Fernhill Hotel. For full details visit www.charmouthfolkfestival.com or follow the Facebook page ‘Charmouth Folk Festival 2019’, and for tickets to the main events visit www.ticketsource.co.uk. Programmes are also available to pick up at various outlets around Charmouth.
Former chairman and district councillor rejoins parish council A FORMER chairman has rejoined Charmouth Parish Council, taking up one of the four vacancies that were left unfilled after the May elections. Jane Bremner, the owner of Wood Farm Caravan Park, served for eight years on the parish council, taking the chairmanship between 2013 and 2015, following in the footsteps of former long-serving chairman Mallory Hayter. She also represented Charmouth and Lyme Regis on the now defunct West Dorset District Council for four years. Mrs Bremner told LymeOnline that she was pleased to back on the council and wanted to put something back into the community, but she had no intention of seeking a position of influence. She stood down as a parish councillor after eight years in the hope that someone younger might come onto the council, but that had proved not to be the case and the council had struggled for new members ever since. She said: “There clearly is no appetite among young people to come forward which is a great pity. It would be great if some younger voices came onto the council so different opinions would be represented.” Mrs Bremner will be serving on the playing field, cemetery and street management and human resources committees. Council chairman Peter Noel said he was delighted Mrs Bremner had rejoined the council, saying her experience in local government would be a great asset to the parish council.
Nostalgic talk on Charmouth to give different view of the village
THE follow-up to a popular local history talk will be held in Charmouth on Friday, September 20, giving a very different view of the village. Neil Mattingly and Bill Burn will give the talk ‘Charmouth Then and Now Part II’ using old photos of Charmouth merged with modern day scenes. The event follows on from their first talk last year, which proved hugely popular. By merging photos of old Charmouth with modern day scenes, the rich history of the village will be brought to life. The Coronation
Parade of 1911, the many spectacular lorry crashes, smugglers and shipwrecks, soldiers and coastguards – all will be seen in a new perspective. Along with the photos will be many of the more unusual tales of village life and the characters who have added to its fascinating past. The talk will be held at Charmouth Village Hall from 7pm on Friday, September 20. Entry is £3 for non-members of Charmouth Local History Society.
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COFFEE MORNING AND CAKE STALL JANE Bremner, rejoining Charmouth Parish Council to put something back into the community When the parish council elections were held in May, only seven candidates put their names forward for the 11 seats, so there are still three vacancies to fill. Anyone interested in serving should contact the clerk, Lisa Tuck, on 01297 560826. The next full meeting of the parish council will be held on Tuesday, September 24 to which all parishioners are invited to attend.
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WE WILL REMEMBER THEM FOLLOWING our recent commemorative series remembering those from the local area who fell during the First World War, we now turn our attention to those who gave all for us during the Second World War from 1939 to 1945, marking the 80th anniversary of the start on the conflict. Their names are all recorded on local memorials. With thanks to Vernon Rattenbury of the Royal British Legion for the research.
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Engine Room Artificer 1st Class, Royal Navy Service No. D/M51872 Born October 14 1889 in Jarrow, Durham, and died September 17 1939 aboard HMS Courageous JAMES Cameron joined the Royal Navy in 1904 and had served during the First World War. On September 17 1939 the German submarine U29 torpedoed and sank his ship, HMS Courageous, south west of Ireland, 150nm WSW of Mizen Head. The aircraft carrier went down in only 20 minutes with the loss of 518 men. Son of James and Sarah Ann Cameron, and husband of Agnes May Cameron, of Lyme Regis, he was recorded as missing and presumed killed. He is commemorated on the Plymouth Naval Memorial, panel 34, column 1 and also on the Lyme Regis war memorials in the parish church and in the town.
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Lyme shows off its history for visitors from Virginia FRANCESCA EVANS
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LYME Regis welcomed a visiting party from Virginia last week, as they toured towns and cities in the UK connected with the birth of America. The trip was arranged by Preservation Virginia, which manages a number of historical sites across the state, including Historic Jamestowne - the site of the first permanent British settlement in North America. Lyme Regis was included on the visitors’ itinerary because of its historic connections to Jamestown, forged thanks to former mayor Admiral Sir George Somers. Somers, who was also a Member of Parliament for Lyme Regis, was appointed Admiral of the Virginia Company’s Third Supply in 1609, and was to lead a fleet of ships to relieve the settlers of the new English colony of Jamestown. However, during the voyage, his flagship Sea Venture was caught in a terrible storm and, after three days, Somers was forced to steer it onto the reefs that surrounded Bermuda to save all 150 crew and passengers. He claimed the islands of Bermuda in the name of James I and remained there for 10 months while his company built two new ships, Patience and Deliverance, from the wreckage and the plentiful Bermudian cedar wood. Eventually they continued their journey to Jamestown, but on arrival found the population almost decimated by starvation and disease. They decided to abandon the settlement, but
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THE Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Brian Larcombe MBE, welcomes the Virginian party to the historic Guildhall in full civic dress on their way back down the James River they met another relief fleet, commanded by Lord Delaware, and decided to stay after all. Somers did, however, return to Bermuda to collect more supplies but shortly afterwards died on the islands. His heart was buried in Bermuda in what is now known as Somers Gardens in the town of St George’s, and his body was returned to the Cobb in Lyme Regis, for burial at Whitchurch Canonicorum, near Charmouth, where he had lived in Berne Manor. In 1996 Lyme Regis and St George’s, Bermuda, were officially twinned to recognise the historical connections between the two towns, and in 2015 Lyme was ‘tripled’ with Jamestown, creating what is known locally as the Historic Atlantic Triangle. During last week’s visit, the party from Virginia were welcomed to the Guildhall by the Mayor of Lyme Regis, Councillor Brian Larcombe MBE, for a civic reception. Councillor Larcombe spoke about how the need for maintained relationships across the Atlantic was increasingly important, as “the natural and trading environment changes and innovation sees the world become a smaller place as the pace and reach of change becomes greater”. He added: “All the more important, therefore, that relationships are maintained at every level and the tripling of St George’s, Jamestown and Lyme, in its own way, plays its relatively small but valued part in recognising the historic heritage and mutual bene-
fit of the links that are common to us.” John Dover, chairman of the Lyme Regis/St George’s Twinning Association, then gave a brief outline of the historic connections between Lyme and Jamestown. The party then visited Lyme Regis Museum, where a portrait of Sir George Somers was unveiled by Mr Dover and the High Sheriff of Hereford, James Hervey-Bathurst, who has family connections to Somers and has loaned the painting to the museum from his own personal collection. The Virginians then met David Tucker, director of the museum, who spoke about other points of interest in Lyme’s history, including famous fossil hunter Mary Anning and her geological discoveries. The guests enjoyed lunch at the Alexandra Hotel and visited the statue of Sir George Somers in Langmoor Gardens before going to the Church of St Candida and Holy Cross in Whitchurch Canonicorum, where Somers is buried. Churchwarden Hilary Joyce gave a talk on the history and significance of the church and Dr Bill Kelso, who has led the archaeological work at the Historic Jamestowne site and was travelling with the party from Virginia, spoke about the shrine of St Wite (St Candida) and the possible links to the reliquary recently found in Jamestown. The party then visited the ancient and sacred St Wite’s Well, near Morcombelake, before returning to their hotel in Hampshire.
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A record year for Food Rocks festival LOCAL chef and restaurateur Mark Hix drew in the crowds with his seventh Food Rocks festival over the weekend. The food festival, showing off the best of local produce, rounded up another successful summer season of events in Lyme Regis. Huge crowds packed the seafront where a host of food and drink stands were set up, including many local businesses such as Red Panda and Palmers Brewery. Meanwhile, top names from the culinary world drew residents and visitors into the kitchen demo marquee in Lister Gardens, which also hosted two sell-out feast nights over the weekend. Those appearing on stage included award-winning chef and food writer Mitch Tonks and local chef James Whetlor, who continues to build a reputation nationally with his company Cabrito Goat. The festival is thought to have been the most successful yet, raising a record five-figure sum for the RNLI and Fishermen’s Mission. ■ LymeOnline also had a stand at the festival, where we handed out newspapers and accepted entries for our Food Rocks competitions. Congratulations to Teresa Youens for winning a £100 voucher for HIX Oyster & Fish House, and Lynne Chalk for winning a signed copy of Mark Hix’s new book.
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West Dorset MP Oliver Letwin loses Tory whip in Brexit debate
ROSE Prince and Mark Hix give a demonstration together. Below, the marquee was busy for a demo by French baker Richard Bertinet
WEST Dorset MP Sir Oliver Letwin has had the Conservative whip withdrawn after voting against the party line in the recent Brexit backlash. Sir Oliver opened the debate on a motion to see MPs take control of parliamentary business in an effort to stop a no-deal Brexit. The motion was passed on Tuesday, September 3 by 328 votes to 301, and Sir Oliver was one of 21 Conservative MPs to then have the party whip withdrawn after voting against Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Losing the whip means Sir Oliver has been expelled from the Conservative party. He does not lose his seat but continues to sit in the House of Commons as an independent, and has effectively been barred from standing as a Conservative in the next general election. However, Sir Oliver has previously stated he does not intend to stand in the next general election. He has represented West Dorset as a Conservative MP since 1997 and has previously served as Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and Minister of State for Government Policy. People’s Vote campaigners, who are calling for a public vote on the final Brexit deal, were out in force on Saturday, September 7, supporting Sir Oliver’s “principled stand” against a no-deal Brexit. Campaigners from Lyme Regis, Uplyme and Charmouth set up a stall in Broad Street with their colourful 'Brexitometer’, enabling everyone to show how they felt about Sir Oliver losing the Tory whip, and canvassing opinion on what should happen next.
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Town invited to join in celebrating success of Millwey Industrial Estate MILLWEY Forum is a group which has been set up with representatives from various companies here on the Millwey Rise Industrial Estate and Weycroft Avenue. This estate accommodates many different industries and, consequently, a massive variety of employment opportunities, and yet it is widely unknown how large and successful the estate is. Indeed, we would go as far as to say that a good amount of people have never even been onto the estate to realise how much it has grown. Axminster Tool Centre is a good example, in that many consider it to simply to have a shop in the town centre, whereas it actually has a three-storey office block, logistics department, very impressive engineering department and massive warehouse, from where they distribute to online customers. Axminster Too Centre has just been voted into the top 50 online retailers. It employs somewhere in the region of 300 people and has outlets up and down the country. This means that as well as the sales, engineering and warehousing teams you would expect them to employ, they also have accountants, marketing experts, photographers, web designers, a very good HR department and a huge amount of other varying roles people would not think possible on an industrial estate. They are just one example of many different employment opportunities which have arisen as a result of the Millwey Estate, which so many don’t know about. Because of this the members
of the Millwey Forum have decided to join Light Up Axminster and Axminster Carnival Committee in their ‘Celebration of Axminster’ by hosting an open day. This will be a good exercise for the businesses on the estate and indeed for the town. The event will primarily take place in the car park of Xylem and will run from 10am to 1pm on Axminster Carnival day (Saturday, September 14). As well tours of some of the businesses here on the estate and the opportunity to see how it contributes to Axminster and the wider community, there will be other forms of entertainment and stalls. We would love to welcome people from the town and surrounding areas in our ‘Celebration of Axminster’. Companies supporting the estate are Axminster Tool Centre, Axminster Property, Activatelean, Xylem, ITT, ACI and Creative Solutions, and we are all extremely proud of the estate and its contribution to the community.
SIR Oliver Letwin has served as a Conservative MP for the West Dorset constituency since 1997 Only six people of those asked chose the option to leave the EU with former Prime Minister Theresa May's deal the only one currently on the table and 17 opted to leave with no deal. The majority of those asked supported the People’s Vote campaign, with the options of remaining or revoking Article 50 to stop Brexit receiving about 75 votes each. On the question, 'Was Boris Johnson right to sack Oliver Letwin?', the local MP commanded strong support with 73 people disagreeing with the decision, and 18 agreeing. However, when asked whether people trusted Sir Oliver to act in their best interests over Brexit, the answers were less polarised, with 27 saying ‘yes’ and 18 disagreeing. Results from the Brexitometer, con-
ducted at street stalls throughout the UK every week by grassroots such as Dorset for Europe, Devon for Europe, Somerset Loves Europe - all under the Best for Britain organisation - are sent to MPs to reflect snapshots of public opinion on the streets. In the South West, they consistently show strong support for a People's Vote or revoking Article 50 to remain in the European Union, despite a majority from the region having voted to leave in the 2016 referendum. Over 15 pages of a petition to be sent to Sir Oliver were also signed at the stall, appreciating the cross-party work he had been doing to avoid the UK leaving the EU without a deal, and urging him to support whatever measures in Westminster can lead to a People’s Vote, with the option to remain in the EU. The petition highlights concerns over the economy, reductions in environmental standards and protections for workers' rights, difficulties in recruiting essential health and care workers and potential damage to the farming community that campaigners believe a no-deal Brexit would cause. West Dorset for Europe and Devon for Europe volunteers are working with other groups and individuals to enable discussions and debates to take place over the next few weeks in Lyme Regis, Bridport, Axminster and beyond. The groups all have websites and Facebook pages with details of local meetings, street stalls, 'Defend our Democracy' rallies and information on how to book coaches to join the 'Let Us Be Heard' march in London on Saturday, October 19.
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Fun in the sun at Folk Weekend THE musicians played, the singers sang, the dancers danced, and the sun shone for three days to complete a fantastic Lyme Folk Weekend 2019. The annual festival, now in its seventh year, was blessed with wonderful late summer weather as visitors and residents enjoyed a weekend packed with music and dancing all around the town. All three headline concerts at the Marine Theatre were sold out, with audiences delighted by folk superstar Jon Boden, the Askew Sisters, festival patrons Ninebarrow and a brilliant finale from Sam Sweeney. Two free outdoor ceilidhs in Theatre Square were also a big hit as families danced to the Mitchell and Vincent trio in front of the stunning Jurassic Coast backdrop, and there was singing and dancing in The Galley Cafe, Pilot Boat and the Ship Inn, which opened specially for the event, as well as free music and morris dancing all weekend on Marine Parade. Festival director Jeremy Hayes said: “We had a great weekend and our local performers, in particular, did us really proud. Our visitors never stop telling us what a warm welcome they get from the people of Lyme. “As usual the star of the show was our amazing town. When the sun shines, there’s really nowhere better!”
Labour politician Alan Johnson to share his musical memoirs at Marine THE former Home Secretary turned best-selling author, Alan Johnson, will be divulging snippets of his life and the music that echoed throughout to create melodic markers of time in the politician’s childhood and adolescence. Johnson, heralded as one of the most popular politicians of recent times, provides a show inspired from his latest book, which tells his personal story intertwined by the musicians of the burgeoning rock ‘n’ roll era. Growing up as an orphan in a West London slum in the 1950s, Johnson worked as a postman before rising through the Labour Party ranks to hold various cabinet posts, ultimately including Home Secretary. The ex-politician’s latest memoir, ‘In My Life’, captures each year of his life in each chapter up to 1982.
The importance of music is seemingly embedded in Johnson’s personality and formative memories, his earliest memories of a post-war, pre-rock ‘n’ roll West London landscape are entangled with the melodies that permeated throughout his childhood home. ‘Alan Johnson: In My Life’ marries music, politics, and memoirs to create a highly entertaining show of both a personal history and a social commentary. The show will come to the Marine Theatre in Lyme Regis on Tuesday, October 1 at 7.30pm. Tickets cost £16.50 in advance or £18 on the door with a 10 per cent discount for theatre members. To book, call 01297 442138 or visit www.marinetheatre.com
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Organ society launches What’s on... autumn concert series Friday, September 13
THE South Wessex Organ Society is running its popular series of autumn concerts again this year at St Michael’s Parish Church in Lyme Regis. These are free events, with a retiring collection to help cover costs, and this year the programme offers a greater variety of musical styles than ever before. The concerts begin on Sunday, September 15 with an organ recital by Andrew Caskie, managing director of Malvern-based organ builders Nicholson & Co and former director of music at Palmerston Place Church in Edinburgh. He is also part of the choir and the team of organists at Great Malvern Priory. On Sunday, September 22 Ricky Romain will give a concert on sitar. Ricky, who is based in East Devon and is well known across the region, is an accomplished performer of Indian classical music. He has been involved in collaborations and recordings with many other players in his own field and from other genres including jazz, rock, folk and Western classical music. Ricky is also an associate lecturer in Indian classical music at the University of Plymouth. Sunday, September 29 sees a visit from Exeter
flute trio Flute Cake. Flautists Sophie Brewer, Jennifer Campbell and Ruth Molins have been playing together since winter 2013. They play a mix of classical, folk and film music, arranged by Jennifer, at venues across the region Finally, on Sunday, October 6 there is a recital by a group of young organists who are learning under the ‘PipeUp!’ programme. This scheme, run by the Salisbury Diocese, provides subsidised lessons for organists under the age of 18, with financial support from the Tindall Trust. All the concerts begin at 3pm in St Michael’s Parish Church. The South Wessex Organ Society was founded in 2017 and works across the region to encourage the practice and appreciation of a wide range of sacred and secular music, with the organ as its focus. It does this both through recitals and concerts and through practical courses that encourage existing organists on their musical path. The society grew out of the Lyme Regis Organ School and is continuing the annual winter course that has been a valuable learning experience for organists of all ages over the last decade. For more details visit the website sworgansociety.org/
This month at the Marine Catch up with Lyme’s Little Theatre by the Sea
CITIZEN journalism. Is that still a thing or has it been usurped by another label? It’s pretty difficult to keep up with social media trends including text talk, unless you’re under 25 because your brain is wired differently and you have eyes in the top of your head so you can walk and text. But what a boon social media has been, although I do try and live by my mother’s rule - if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say it. But I wonder how different life would be if it was nothing new… all those little acts and misdemeanours of our youth. I was delighted to meet Chris Moors who dropped in to see the theatre after a 30-plus year absence; he performed here during the 80s and told me quite a few stories that would definitely have made headline online news, including one of someone launching themselves off the balcony. I’m in touch with him so if there are any juicy titbits, I’ll be sure to share. Miranda’s birthday bash was all over Facebook (that’s Miranda of the TIC). We had prosecco (obvs) and party nibbles on the beach and Julie Sheppard of Jazz Jurassica was there doing her thing to the music. One just has to hope one looks one’s best on every occasion because you’re guaranteed someone will post a picture (no really, you looked great Julie!) We met with the very remarkable Tracey and Simon West of The Word Forest Organisation to talk about the screening of an extraordinary film they’ve made, narrated by none other than Kate Winslet. It was under embargo but is now splashed across Facebook to make sure everyone knows about it. FYI it’s on Wednesday, October 2. The monthly volunteers meeting was well attended although we are always looking for new recruits. It’s a great way to see what goes on behind the scenes so if you have any children or grandchildren for that matter who would be interested, drop me a line.
One of our longest serving very kindly brought in a large number of windfalls; you can’t beat homemade apple crumble, not that I’m saying supplying delicious treats is a prerequisite of being a volunteer, but I’d never say no. Steve Miller, one of our brilliant techies, is producing the Marine Players’ show ‘Tomb With a View’. Unbeknownst to some, Steve is a professional director, with many a stage performance under his belt. So with the combination of the Players’ talents and Steve’s directing skills, you are in for a treat. Tickets will be on sale shortly so keep an eye on our website and social media - it runs from Wednesday, October 23 to Saturday 26. The August sunshine brought two luxury yachts into Lyme’s safe haven; I watched the occupants stepping into a small outboard to make their way to shore, no doubt to enjoy a cocktail or two at SWIM. I thought about swimming out to them to say hello in the hope of being invited on board to share a glass or two of something expensive, but despite keeping up with my swimming at Bridport Leisure Centre, I’m not sure my just-about-adequate breast stroke would get me there and back, especially if I wasn’t permitted on board. Another hugely successful folk festival for organiser Jeremy Hayes. I dropped in to Lyme Regis Brewery and enjoyed a half of Lyme Gold whilst listening to some live music. Not being a beer drinker, I’m afraid it had to be topped with lemonade; this girl is all about the sweet bubbles, the more expensive the better! Perhaps I should buy a new swimsuit just in case I’m pictured clambering aboard a luxury yacht, my tankini just doesn’t cut it!
Sophia Moseley
Theatre manager
Heritage Trail: Cemetery Chapel Lyme Regis Cemetery, 10am-4pm A rare chance to view this Victorian chapel as part of Lyme Regis Heritage Trail organised by the Lyme Regis Society. Also open Saturday, September 14. Heritage Trail: Town Mill Town Mill, 11am-4pm Take a tour of this historic working watermill as part of Lyme Regis Heritage Trail organised by the Lyme Regis Society. Open daily until September 22. Heritage Trail: Bethany Chapel Bethany Chapel, 10am-12pm Built in 1914, this simple chapel hosts an interesting history, open for Lyme Regis Heritage Trail organised by the Lyme Regis Society. Also open Saturday, September 14. Knit & Knatter Lyme Regis Library, 2.30pm A friendly group who meet weekly to chat and knit over a cup of tea - all welcome. Music: Geoff Achison & The UK Souldiggers, Marine Theatre, 7pm Performing a blend of raw blues and funky grooves. Tickets £12 advance/£14.50 on the door - call 01297 442138 or visit marinetheatre.com. Bar opens 7pm for 8pm start. Friday @ The Pilot The Pilot Boat, 9pm Weekly live music nights at the Pilot Boat.
Saturday, September 14
Music: Raisin’ Cain Lyme Regis Brewery, 6.30pm Lyme Regis Brewery, based at the historic Town Mill, hosts regular live music and DJ sets, this week with popular local trio Raisin' Cain. Music: The Upbeat Beatles Marine Theatre, 7pm This celebration of The Beatles is second to none: their show takes you along the Fab Four’s long and winding road from the early Cavern days to Abbey Road. Tickets £23 advance/£26 on the door - call 01297 442138 or visit marinetheatre.com. Bar opens 7pm for 7pm start. Live DJs @ SWIM SWIM, 8pm Resident DJs play every Saturday night at SWIM on Marine Parade.
Sunday, September 15
Heritage Trail: St Michael’s Parish Church St Michael’s Parish Church, 10am-4pm This grade I listed church has Saxon origins and a fascinating interior, open as part of Lyme Regis Heritage Trail organised by the Lyme Regis Society, with talks daily at 2pm. Open until Friday, September 20. Heritage Trail: Guildhall Guildhall, 10am-5pm The Guildhall boasts a barrel ceiling, wooden panelling and a host of history, open as part of Lyme Regis Heritage Trail organised by the Lyme Regis Society. Sunday Craft Market The Pilot Boat, 10am A weekly Sunday craft market at the Pilot Boat Inn, Lyme Regis. Call 01297 443157 to book a stall. Autumn Concert: Andrew Caskie, organ St Michael’s Parish Church, 3pm The first in a series of autumn concerts organised by the South Wessex Organ Society. Entry free with retiring collection. The Sunday Sessions Marine Theatre, 3pm This regular, free entry event is the Marine Theatre’s dedicated time to promote quality live music. If you’d like to play, just turn up! Free entry. 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, September 16
Heritage Trail: The Old Chapel Alexandra Hotel, 11am-5pm The Old Chapel at the Alexandra
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Hotel was originally built as a private family chapel for the Dowager Countess Lady Poulett, open as part of Lyme Regis Heritage Trail organised by the Lyme Regis Society. Please visit the Alexandra Hotel reception and a member of staff will escort you. Open until Friday, September 20.
Tuesday, September 17
Talk: ‘The Old George Inn’ Woodmead Halls, 2.30pm A Lyme Regis Society talk presented by Audrey Standhaft. Entry free for members or £3 for visitors. LRTC Planning Committee Guildhall, 7pm For agendas see www.lymeregistowncouncil.gov.uk
Wednesday, September 18
Heritage Trail: Bethany Chapel Bethany Chapel, 2pm-4pm Built in 1914, this simple chapel hosts an interesting history, open for Lyme Regis Heritage Trail organised by the Lyme Regis Society. Also open Thursday, September 19. Computer Help Lyme Regis Library, 2pm-4pm free weekly drop-in session with a friendly digital champion volunteer to help you learn to use a computer, iPad or tablet. Lyme Regis Memory Café Lyme Regis Football Club, 2pm A supportive, friendly environment for those experiencing memory loss and the friends/relatives/carers who support them, organised by LymeForward. LRTC Tourism, Community & Publicity Guildhall, 7pm For agendas see www.lymeregistowncouncil.gov.uk Arabian Nights Storytelling Evening Masonic Hall, 7.30pm A storytelling evening in aid of the Uplyme Community Sponsorship Scheme, raising funds to re-home a Syrian refugee family in the local area. Tickets £8 or £5 for unwaged or under 18s - call 01297 442138. Wednesday @ The Pilot The Pilot Boat, 8.30pm Weekly live music nights at the Pilot Boat.
Thursday, September 19
Music: Maggie Bell & Dave Kelly Marine Theatre, 7pm Two legendary artists join forces for a special concert of blues, soul, folk, rock, and gospel. Tickets £16.50 in advance/£19 on the door – call 01297 442138 or visit marinetheatre.com. Bar opens 7pm for 8pm start. Lyme Regis Community Bingo Woodmead Halls, 8pm Bingo night every Thursday at the Woodmead Halls, raising funds for local organisations which are members of Lyme Regis Community Bingo Association. Pilot Boat Quiz Night Pilot Boat, 8pm Weekly quiz night at the Pilot Boat for teams of two or more with cash prize for the winner plus £100 jackpot prize!
Friday, September 20
Knit & Knatter Lyme Regis Library, 2.30pm A friendly group who meet weekly to chat and knit over a cup of tea - all welcome. Friday @ The Pilot The Pilot Boat, 9pm Weekly live music nights at the Pilot Boat.
Saturday, September 21
Heritage Trail: Guildhall Lyme Regis Guildhall, 10am-5pm The Guildhall boasts a barrel ceiling, wooden panelling and a host of history, open as part of Lyme Regis Heritage Trail organised by the Lyme Regis Society. Also open on Sunday, September 22. Live DJs @ SWIM SWIM, 8pm Resident DJs play every Saturday night at SWIM on Marine Parade.
Sunday, September 22
Sunday Craft Market The Pilot Boat, 10am A weekly Sunday craft market at the Pilot Boat Inn, Lyme Regis. Call 01297 443157 to book a stall. Autumn Concert: Ricky Romain, sitar St Michael’s Parish Church, 3pm A series of autumn concerts organised by the South Wessex Organ Society. Entry free with retiring collection. Jazz in the Bar Marine Theatre, 7.30pm Join vocalist Emma Sanders and pianist Philip Clouts for a sparkling rendition of songs by the jazz greats. Tickets £8 in advance/£12 on the door – call 01297 442138 or visit marinetheatre.com. Bar opens 7.30pm for 8.30pm start. Sequence Dancing Woodmead Halls, 8pm Lyme Regis Sequence Dancing Club meets every Sunday at 7.45pm for an 8pm start. The friendly, welcoming group enjoys popular sequence dances and visitors are welcome.
Wednesday, September 25
Computer Help Lyme Regis Library, 2pm-4pm free weekly drop-in session with a friendly digital champion volunteer to help you learn to use a computer, iPad or tablet. LRTC Strategy & Finance Guildhall, 7pm For agendas see www.lymeregistowncouncil.gov.uk Talk: ‘The Living Jigsaw Explained’ Uplyme Village Hall, 7.15pm Celebrated garden writer Val Bourne speaks on the nitty gritty of ecofriendly gardening. Entry free for Uplyme & Lyme Regis Horticultural Society members and £3 for visitors. Wednesday @ The Pilot The Pilot Boat, 8.30pm Weekly live music nights at the Pilot Boat.
Thursday, September 26
Screening: ‘One Man, Two Guvnors’ Marine Theatre, 6pm An encore screening of the hilarious hit ‘One Man, Two Guvnors’, featuring a Tony Award-winning performance from James Corden. Tickets £11 in advance/£13.50 on the door or £5 for under 18s – call 01297 442138 or visit marinetheatre.com. Bar opens 6pm for 7pm start. Lyme Regis Community Bingo Woodmead Halls, 8pm Bingo night every Thursday at the Woodmead Halls, raising funds for local organisations which are members of Lyme Regis Community Bingo Association. Pilot Boat Quiz Night Pilot Boat, 8pm Weekly quiz night at the Pilot Boat for teams of two or more with cash prize for the winner plus £100 jackpot prize!
Friday, September 27
Knit & Knatter Lyme Regis Library, 2.30pm A friendly group who meet weekly to chat and knit over a cup of tea - all welcome. Lyme Regis Comedy Club Marine Theatre, 7pm A great value comedy club with four acts on the bill, including headliner Julian Deane. Tickets £8 in advance/£10 on the door – call 01297 442138 or visit marinetheatre.com. Bar opens 7pm for 8pm start. Friday @ The Pilot The Pilot Boat, 9pm Weekly live music nights at the Pilot Boat.
Friday, September 27 Saturday, September 29
Charmouth Folk Festival Various venues, all weekend Charmouth hosts its first folk festival with a packed programme of musical events. See www.charmouthfolkfestival.com for full details.
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Double success for local cancer charity TWO successful events have boosted funds for local charity Axminster & Lyme Cancer Support by more than £2,200. The charity recently celebrated its first anniversary with an afternoon tea part at the home of found Mary Kahn and her husband Bruce, in Yawl. Friends and supporters were treated to a delicious selection of homemade cakes, scones and refreshments, raising more than £550 for the charity, which aims to provide support for everyone living with and beyond cancer. Mrs Kahn thanked all those who supported the event, with special mentions made to Anne Townsend and Wendy Lowis Bates for displaying their art, Patricia Bruzon and Axminster Country Market for donations, Pam Corbin for the homemade jam and raffle prize, all who made cakes and all volunteers. A jazz supper, jointly organised with Jazz Jurassica, was then held on Friday evening at Uplyme Village Hall, raising a further £1,700 for the charity. The evening featured gypsy jazz band, La Vie en Rose, who generously waived their fee to support the event. Guests enjoyed a slap-up Indian meal provided by Khushi Kitchen, based in Kilmington, with Jurassic Kitchen
adding a delicious lemon tart dessert. Lyme Regis Brewery kept the drinks flowing during the evening with a well-stocked bar including their own craft beers. Mrs Kahn said the money raised at the event “will go directly into services for local people without them having to travel too far – whether that’s advice, therapies, practical help or just someone to talk to. We’re here to support anyone affected with any cancer”. Julie Sheppard of Jazz Jurassica added: “This was a tremendous combined effort by all the organisations, businesses and individuals involved. And we’d like to thank them all, with special thanks to the band, La Vie en Rose, all the volunteers who worked so hard and those who donated prizes to the raffle. “Finally, of course, we want to thank all who came along on the night for their generous support”. Having been founded in the summer of 2018, the Axminster & Lyme Cancer Support has already raised more than £10,000 at a variety of events. The charity hosts regular, friendly meetings both in both towns so support and information can be accessed locally. It also provides counselling and therapies free of charge to anyone affected by cancer in the local area, including massage, tripudio, Nordic walking, scar tissue massage, hypnotherapy, aromatherapy, acupuncture and more. The charity’s annual general meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 11. For more details visit the website axminsterandlymecancersupport.co.uk/
TRUSTEES and supporters of Lyme & Axminster Cancer Support at their afternoon tea party (also pictured left) and, below, La Vie en Rose entertain at the jazz supper
NEWS FROM CITIZENS ADVICE CITIZENS Advice has been celebrating its 80th birthday. It was formed in early September 1939, one day after the start of the Second World War, and ever since then it has been involved in providing free, confidential and independent advice. Initially based in 200 different locations across the UK it very quickly became involved in the war effort. But rather than simply wait for people to find their nearest office of Citizens Advice, it ventured out into some of the towns and cities worst affected by the Blitz to find those in need and to give advice to whoever needed it. The key concerns being raised at that time often related to evacuation, what a family could do if they had lost their home as a result of being bombed or how to obtain a new ration book and, while the key issues being raised today are obviously very different, Citizens Advice has throughout its history been used to dealing with complicated and intimidating problems. Ensuring that everyone receives their full benefit entitlements, helping people who have got into debt to manage their money better and housing problems have always been a major part of its work and it is likely that this will continue to be the case in the future. But increasingly Citizens Advice is asked to become involved with very different kinds of problems. Prominent among these are helping people to understand their consumer and legal rights, advising on the complexity of pension choices that are available, dealing with energy suppliers and employment disputes. Offering face to face advice will continue to be available for anyone who wants it but Citizens Advice is increasingly reaching people in additional ways as well. Its 1,500 web pages of advice on its very comprehensive website were viewed 34 million times last year, and people can also make contact through webchat or over the telephone.
But providing help to individuals is only part of the work it undertakes. Through using its unique insight into the many of the issues faced by people, Citizens Advice continues more than ever to campaign to show big organisations and the government how they are able to make things better for everyone living in the UK. It challenges prejudices and assumptions in order to solve problems and make people’s lives easier and it does at a local level as well as nationally. These efforts have succeeded in enabling real improvements in the lives of millions of people. Recently these have included obtaining a number of changes to the operation of Universal Credit, which is the new social security system that is replacing six meanstested benefits and tax credits, securing a price cap on rent-to-own products, more rights for those who live in rented properties and a better deal for energy consumers. Citizens Advice holds two advice sessions in Lyme Regis each week. They are on Mondays between 10am and 12noon at the medical centre in Uplyme Road, DT7 3LS, and on Wednesdays from 10am to 3pm at St Michael's Business Centre, DT7 3DB, in the centre of the town. No appointment is required. Anyone is also welcome to seek help at its offices in South Street, Bridport, DT6 3NY every weekday between 10am and 3pm or can contact Citizens Advice by email on advice@bridport-cab.org.uk or by telephone on 03442 451291, which gets you through to the Dorset AdviceLine. For people just wanting help with Universal Credit claims they can contact Citizens Advice on a national freephone number which is 03444 111 444 and the webchat support service is available through its website.
HAVE you ever wondered what The Royal British Legion (RBL) does? We all buy our poppy each year but where does all that cash go and more importantly what is it spent on? I think we all tend to forget that our brave service veterans and their dependents need our help 365 days a year and not just in the weeks leading up to Armistice Day on November 11th each year. So, the RBL works in association with many other service charities via the Veterans Gateway but, the RBL is best placed to assist with care and independent living, providing care homes for our older veterans, support for carers and helping the Armed Forces community to live safely at home - we are here to help. We also provide help with physical and mental wellbeing, from expert recovery and rehabilitation, to much-needed breaks away, we're here to ensure the Armed Forces community can access the help they need. What about financial and employment support? We’re here to help ease the burden of financial pressures and transition into civilian life for the Armed Forces community. Local community connections: whether you’d like to talk to us in person, on the phone, or even chat online, we’re here to make sure everyone can access the support they need. Expert guidance: We are able to offer robust support services in several areas but sometimes what’s needed is a bit of advice or recommendation to a more specialised service. More locally we offer home and hospital visiting, telephone buddying and provide on the spot support to our case workers if they need help. This all sounds great in principal but how do we assist in Lyme Regis and its environs? We are developing our support and outreach locally by holding a monthly coffee drop in session in the Driftwood Rooms of the Baptist Church Hall in Lyme Regis which are held on the first Monday of the month from 10am to midday. Why not put the dates in your diary and pop in for a chat where we can explain all this is more detail and signpost you towards the most effective assistance route? Your local RBL Poppy Team very much look forward to meeting you and naturally we are most indebted to all our gallant poppy collectors who all help this great charity work. Please visit www.rbl.org for more details about the RBL or email your local branch on lymeregis.chairman@rbl.community
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New community radio station receives £9,000 Lottery grant THERE has been a buzz in the air in Lyme Regis over the past few weeks with a new website, Facebook page, Twitter and Instagram appearing with the name ‘LymeBayRadio’. Local residents Chris Tipping and Simon West are now delighted to reveal that they have secured a £8,819 National Lottery Awards for All grant to build a community station, Lyme Bay Radio, and they are aiming to go live with their first broadcast soon. Chris and Simon are the driving force behind what is shaping up to be a vibrant and informative community radio station, serving locals and visitors to the area alike. The station is set to deliver a wide range of presenter-led shows featuring a diverse selection of music from the 60s through to modern day pop. It will be woven together with hot-off-the-press news from local and national media outlets, including LymeOnline. Simon is the former chairman of Apple FM, which broadcast in Taunton. He took the station from being Musgrove Park Hospital Radio to an incredibly popular community radio station, delivering more than 94 hours of live content every week. Apple FM had a great presence at live events in the area, including the Taunton Flower Show, and its talented team of volunteer presenters did an outstanding job of painting visual pictures of what was going on, for remote listeners to enjoy. The Lyme Bay Radio team are keen to train volunteers to help with outside broadcasts at local events such as Lifeboat Week, the carnival and, of course, at the many musical and food festivals that take place in Lyme Regis. Simon explains: “We’ve already got a great
mix of live shows lined up from locals who are keen to be presenters and a few syndicated programmes too. “We’ve decided to broadcast digitally, rather than via an FM frequency, mainly because so many parts of Lyme Regis have such trouble picking up a decent signal due to the topography in the area. “Many radio fans listen to their favourite media via phones, tablets and computers these days anyway and we’re going to make the tuning in process as easy as eating pie. “Broadcasting digitally also means we can reach people who are planning to come to Lyme for a holiday. They can tune in before they’ve even packed their cases to find out what’s happening here and to see if there are any special events lined up.” Chris added: “This project has been 18 months of hard work and tenacity in the making and I’m delighted we’re finally able to announce its imminent arrival. We already have a few corporate sponsors lined up to ensure the station can become a selfsufficient, not for profit facility, led and designed by our local community.” The station has been set up as part of local charity Lyme Regis Development Trust, which strengthens their message to serve the community of Lyme Regis. The success of it will be dependent upon having a strong bank of willing volunteers who are prepared to learn the ropes. They’ll be needed to present programmes and do outside broadcasts, but none of that will be possible without a solid back office team of engineers offering technical support, producers, researchers, designers and admin assistants. If you’d like to find out how to get involved, contact simon@LymeBayRadio.com
Woodroffe students have fun in the sun on Sail France trip YEAR 9 students from the Woodroffe School in Lyme Regis enjoyed a fantastic week of water sports in the south west of France during the summer holidays. Sixty-one students, accompanied by seven members of staff, camped lake side at Azu-Rivage for the annual Sail France trip, taking part in a range of activities including wind-surfing, kayaking, dinghy sailing, catamaran sailing, paddle boarding and trail bike riding, as well as visiting the town of Biarritz, completing high ropes obstacle courses and spending an evening at the beach in Vieux-Boucau. A highlight of the trip for many was white water rafting though the Pyrenees, described by many as “an amazing experience”. Student Harrison said: “White water rafting was awesome! The food was good too and I loved it when the staff at the campsite made me a birthday cake and everyone sang ‘happy birthday’ to me!” Lucy added: “It was really fun and it was great to spend time with my friends. It was fun diving
off the boats into the lake and singing really loudly in the bus when they put the music on. “The snails were disgusting, as was getting covered in flour and water in the robot game!” Freya commented: “It was a great experience, I really liked eating the snails and swimming in the lake and the evening out at the beach. “My favourite activity was the white water rafting because we had a great instructor and it was so fast and bumpy. I loved the evening at the beach and I also made lots of new friends who I still hang out with now – I can’t wait for the next trip!” Tom said: “I enjoyed freaking out during the thunder and lightening storm and sailing with my friends.” Izzy commented: “It was a lot of fun, there was so much to do! I loved every single one of the activities!” Emma said: “Sail France was fun! The white water rafting was great. It sounds a lot scarier than it was, it was actually quite easy and it was really good fun.”
Community café launches at The Hub A NEW café has been launched at The Hub in Lyme Regis and will be open every week with the hope of bringing the community together. Known as The Old School House Café, this community initiative is being led by LymeForward and will be welcoming residents and visitors of all ages every Tuesday from 9am to 1pm, to enjoy refreshments, socialise and relax in an informal setting. The café, based downstairs in The Hub in Church Street, launched this week with LymeForward manager Chris Tipping serving
teas, coffees and homemade cakes and biscuits. There are no set prices and visitors are asked to pay whatever they can afford for refreshments. A small library area has been set up for those who wish to enjoy a book or magazine with their tea or coffee, and it is hoped to also set up a regular cookery lessons at the volunteer-run café. For more details or to volunteer search ‘The Old School House Café’ on Facebook or contact Chris Tipping on manager@lymeforward.com or call 01297 441224.
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Tales from behind the lens of our award-winning photographer
SO, does the duckling on the right spoil the family snap? Perhaps not. This picture was taken as a press picture to welcome the arrival of springtime. The photograph was taken at Pennywell Farm in Buckfastleigh. A shot like this needs a good deal of luck but some could say that the duckling on the right brought a small amount of bad luck as he is the only one facing the wrong way. The shape of the ducklings curling down from right to left was very fortunate; the plan was to have them sat and facing the camera but the awkward duckling, far right, jumped off the log, ran around the back and jumped back on facing the wrong way, allowing just two seconds for the picture, then they all jumped off!
Historical buildings open for Heritage Trail LymeOnline HISTORICAL buildings around Lyme Regis are opening their doors this month for the national Heritage Open Days scheme. The Lyme Regis Society, which aims to retain the beauty and architectural integrity of the town and local surroundings, will be promoting the open days as the Lyme Regis Heritage Trail, taking residents and visitors on a tour around some of the town’s most interesting architectural gems. The Heritage Trail promotes both the town and local businesses and offers a family orientated activity during the month of September. The trail already got underway last weekend with successful open days at Belmont House, the former home of author John Fowlers and inventor Eleanor Coade. The programme for the rest of the month is as follows: Lyme Regis Guildhall, Bridge Street Sunday, September 15, Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22, 10am – 5pm A barrel ceiling, wooden panelling and a host of history are included here with stunning views over the bay. The Guildhall is where the town council meets regularly and hosts civic ceremonies, such as mayor making, and it is also available to hire as a wedding venue. The Church of England Cemetery Chapel, Charmouth Road Friday, September 13 and Saturday, September 14, 10am – 4pm This highly-decorated chapel was first built in 1856 and recently restored by Lyme Regis Town
Council. While not normally open to the public, the chapel is still used occasionally by local families for funeral services. It contains a fine example of Victorian bier. The Old Chapel, Alexandra Hotel, Pound Street Monday, September 16 to Friday, September 20, 11am – 5pm The Reverend Edward Peek converted former stables into the chapel in 1884 as part of an extensive refurbishment of the adjoining Poulett House, then owned by the Dowager Countess Lady Poulett and now known as the Alexandra Hotel. This chapel was recently restored as a beautiful venue for weddings and functions. To visit during the open days, please go to the Alexandra Hotel reception first and a member of staff will escort you. The Town Mill, Mill Lane Friday, September 13 to Sunday, September 22, 11am – 4pm Originally built in the 1300s, this ancient watermill, set in the artisan quarter of Lyme Regis, was rescued from dereliction by local volunteers, through a ten-year restoration project. Free tours will be given during the Heritage Trail and there is also the opportunity to visit the mill’s artisan businesses and galleries, including a special Heritage Exhibition. Other events at the mill this week include a baking course and cream tea - for details see www.townmill.org.uk/ Bethany Chapel, Coombe Street Friday, September 13 and Saturday, September
14, 10am – 12noon, and Wednesday, September 18 and Thursday, September 19, 2pm to 4pm This church began in the 1860s with services in borrowed premises until the present building was erected in 1914 on the site of eight condemned cottages. It has been improved and extended in recent years to enable us to be more helpful within our community. St Michael the Archangel Church, Church Street Sunday, September 15 to Friday, September 20, open all day with talks at 2pm The parish church, standing on the cliff edge, is the only grade I listed building in the town (the historic Cobb harbour being classed as a structure, not a building). It has Saxon origins and a fascinating interior featuring Jacobean carvings and intriguing inscriptions. The church is open every day but especially for the Heritage Trail on the dates listed above, with talks to be given at 2pm. Please note, the main entrance to the church is currently closed for a major repair project - please use the north entrance to the left of the town instead. The Sculpture Trail, Langmoor Gardens Open every day Modern sculptures have been added to the Langmoor and Lister Gardens in Lyme Regis over the past two years, creating an additional interesting feature for visitors. A map showing the location of all the sculptures is located at each entrance – see if you can find them all!
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Signage needed when car parks full ■ OVER the recent Bank Holiday weekend I witnessed the usual mayhem over car parking in Lyme Regis town centre. Most of this seems to centre around visitors not realising that the car parks are full until it is too late and they then spend ages going in and out before going back up to the park and ride. Why can there not be a large sign at the top of the hill saying: ‘All town centre car parks are full, access to Lyme Regis is via park and ride only, entrance is 400 yards on left’? This sign could be switched on by a council member of staff down in the town once Charmouth Road and Holmbush car parks are full. It would save much frustration and make full use of the excellent park and ride service. Les Renders (by email)
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Cricketers celebrate promotion UPLYME & Lyme Regis Cricket Club finished their 2019 season on a high with yet another 20-point victory – this time at home to close rivals Topsham St James – and then celebrated in style. It means that Uplyme, who nearly went out of business last year, finished in third place in the Devon League Division E East behind North Devon and Sidmouth 3rds. They won 12 of their 18 games and will be promoted to Division D East next season. Their success represents a huge turnaround from the troubles of last season when they were unable to fulfil their fixtures and were struggling financially But the community rallied round to raise the necessary funds to put the club back on a steady financial keel with the decision being made by the membership to scrap the 2nd X1. In their last game of the season, Uplyme won the toss and put Topsham into bat,
bowling them out for 177 in 37.1 overs. Charlie Moss was the star bowler, taking four for 43 off five overs with Tyler Wellman claiming two victims for the loss of just 10 runs in eight overs. In reply, Uplyme knocked off the required runs with just two balls left with Steve Batey top scoring on 45 with fellow opener Charlie Moss contributing a useful 22. Batting at number 5, Duncan Ross carried his bat for 31 and there were useful knocks also from Bruce Maltby (13), Jedd Whittington (14) and Mark Brimicombe (18 not out). Uplyme celebrated their season with a presentation party in the clubhouse afterwards when the following awards were made: clubman of the year – Jon Hunt; player of the year – Steve Batey; fielding – Mark Batey; young player of the year – Jacob Maltby; most improved player – Charlie Moss; most enthusiastic – Jibu Varghese; sixes – Steve Batey.
JON Hunt receives his clubman of the year award from secretary Derek Wellman
STEVE Batey receives the player of the year award from president Brian Rattenbury
STEVE Batey receives his award for taking the most catches from Bruce Maltby
CHARLIE Moss receives his most improved player award from Mark Brimicombe
JACOB Maltby receives his young player of the year award from Mark Brimicombe
MARK Batey receives the fielding trophy from travelling supporters Steve Rowland and Terry Matthews, who rarely missed a game
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Blistering front nine wins September medal THERE were some good scores in the September medal at Lyme Regis Golf Club, none better than Tony Harley who had a blistering front nine including two consecutive birdies on 8 and 9 as he took 1st place in Division 1 with a nett 68. Colin Beauchamp also had a wonderful round, but was just eclipsed on countback so had to content himself with second place while Craig McGown also broke par to finish third on 70. Division 2 was won by Alan Brown as he stormed through the front nine on his way to an unbeatable 68, which included a two on the 8th, while Mark Thirlwell finished his round off with a birdie to finish second on 69. Mark Colley good back nine ensured he finished third on 70. There was an 18-hole and a nine hole junior stableford and the Hampton-Rumbolds did well in both. Katie finished first in the 18 hole with 41 points and second in the nine hole event with 18 points while brother Jevan finished second on 37 and third on countback. Theo Lee was third in the 18-hole event but Freddie Pearce took gold
in the nine-holer with 19 points. The midweek stableford is a good event for James Phillips, and this week was no exception as he blew away the opposition with a very impressive 41 points as he went on a birdie blitz to go round in level par despite failing to score on the last hole! Andrew Thomas came second with a regulation 36 points and Steve Buxton upped his game on the back nine to help himself to third on 33. Melissa McMahon took charge with a one under gross score of 72 to win Division 1 of the ladies’ September medal, just one shot ahead of Jane Dixon. Both played some superb competitive golf. Cyndy Mudford had a good back nine to take third place on 74. With the best score of the day, nett 70, Marilyn Wilson impressed on the front nine and kept her cool on the back nine to win Division 2, just two shots ahead of Kate Helm who earned a handicap reduction on her excellent performance. Sarah Kilcoyne continued to impress as she came third on 75.
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Nail-biting end to season for Lyme bowlers A NEARLY but not quite for Lyme Regis Bowling Club ladies in the county finals. Firstly, they failed to reach the final of the June Culpin trophy by just three shots. Having had a comfortable lead midway through the game, it started to rain. The opposition,Dorchester, coped much better with the wet conditions and slowly overhauled Lyme’s ladies. Next came disappointment in the Benevolent Triples and the Mixed Four’s being played at Greenhill during the county finals weekend. In the triples they had a fine win in the semi-final but had no answer to a very strong trio from Gillingham in the final. In the afternoon, Alan and Pam Weech partnered with Trevor and Ann Allman taking on a quartet from Greenhill in the final of the county mixed 4s. Despite a gallant effort, they finally succumbed to the four Greenhill players. In the friendlies, the club won both games. Firstly, a comfortable win against a touring side from Carshalton with Lyme winning on all rinks. Against Seaton, it was a much closer affair with Lyme just squeezing past the visitors by two shots. The highlight of the week came when the ladies played Dorchester B in the county league. They bagged nine points, which guarantees their place in the top division by one point with one game to play. T This means that both the men and the ladies hang on to their top division places having both left it to nailbiting games at the end of the season.
SUE Rowe, Pam Weech and Ann Allman after winning their semi-final of the Benevolent Triples
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NOW IN THE DEVON & EXETER PREMIER LEAGUE
Lyme Regis 1st X1 v Whipton & Pinhoe Kick-off 3pm football
Uplyme kick off with 3-3 draw
LYME Regis First Team line up before last Saturday’s East Devon Senior Cup tie at home to Lympstone in their new training tops sponsored by R.D. Challis & Sons, building contractors based in Bridport. Back row (from the left): Mark Bevis (goalkeeping coach), Tim Edwards (coaching assistant), Gary Knight, Daley Holmes, John and Michael Challis, Kingsley Wellman, Will Meech, Fred Parsons, Gerard Hitchcock (manager). Front row (from the left): Kevin Turner (coaching assistant), Craig Evemy, Cody Bowditch, Mark Bailey, Nathan Womersley, Joe Bond, Sam Pollard-Jones, Alex Rockett, Ben Vine, Ben Turner. Photo: Howard Larcombe
Record unbeaten run for Seasiders LYME Regis First Team extended their unbeaten run in premier football to a record six games after beating Lympstone by the odd goal in five, the winner coming from an own goal in extra-time.
DEFENDER Alex Rockett - making a big impression in his first season with the Seasiders
Although Lympstone play in Devon & Exeter Division One, one division below Lyme, winning promotion last year, they are one of the biggest sides Lyme have faced for a long time with a number of Royal Marines in their team. So this was no stroll in the park for the Seasiders and they were tested in all quarters before the East Devon Senior Cup tie was settled when the Lympstone captain put the ball through his own goal in injury time. The Seasiders took the lead and ironically it came from Cody Bowditch, one of the shortest Lyme players who manoeuvred the massive Lympstone back four to head home. The visitors were back on equal terms within ten minutes. Lyme had numerous chances but could not find the back of the net. Manager Gerard Hitchcock thought they could have gone in at half-time
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philip@lyme-online.co.uk with a three or four-goal advantage. Striker Joe Bond got Lyme back in front after the break after some good work by Ben Turner, but it was one of Lympstone’s massive defenders who levelled the scores again when he rose above the Lyme defence to head home. Lyme continued to press for the winner with Nathan Womersley shooting wide after being set up by substitute Daley Holmes. It looked like the tie might go into extra-time, but deep into injury time the Lympstone skipper put the ball past his own keeper for Lyme to go through to the next round. It was bit of a frustrating afternoon for the Lyme manager to see so many chances go begging, but he was impressed with Alex Rockett’s performance in the middle of the back four and Mark Bailey had an outstanding afternoon in midfield. Tomorrow (Saturday) Lyme are at home to Whipton & Pinhoe who have
won just one of their opening four league games (kick-off 3 pm). With no Premier division games being played due to the cup matches, Lyme stay on top with maximum 15 points with Cronies in second place but with two games in hand. ■ TWO spectacular overhead kicks secured Lyme Regis Reserves their second win of the season. The Ressies booked a place in the second round of the Bill Slee Cup with a 2-1 victory over Axmouth United, their goals coming from Mark Batey and new signing Dan Rendell. New manager Dominic Rowe gave his man-of-the-match award to former manager Luke Clifton who is playing again after a serious leg injury. Tomorrow (Saturday) the Reserves travel to North Tawton in a Devon & Exeter Division Three fixture, having lost one and won one this season. Lyme Rovers start the new campaign tomorrow with their first game in Perry Street Division Two home to Ilminster Town A at the Woodroffe School pitch (ko 2.30pm)
UPLYME got their Perry Street League campaign for 2019-2020 off to a good start on Saturday with a 3-3 draw home to a strong South Petherton Reserves side in Perry Street Division One. Uplyme have a number of promising 16-year-old players and they were by no means outclassed by one of the Perry Street League’s most physical sides. But it was veteran James Whetlor who stole the headlines with two goals, Uplyme’s third coming from an own goal. Manager Stuart Wooster was delighted with the spirit shown by his young players, picking out Alex Jones and 16-year-old left-back Tom Fitzgerald making his debut for Uplyme, for a special mention. Tomorrow (Saturday) Uplyme are at home to Pymore who won their first game of the season with a 4-2 victory against newly-promoted Charmouth.
Seasiders to play local rivals in county cup LYME Regis First Team have been drawn at home in the first round of the Dorset Senior Trophy against formal rivals Beaminster. The Seasiders, who won the Dorset Intermediate Cup no fewer than nine times before moving up a level, have yet to win a trophy at senior level. The match at the Davey Fort on Saturday, October 5 could tie in with the opening of Lyme’s new 63-seater grandstand, due to be erected the day before. Lyme Reserves have been drawn at home to Milborne Port in the Dorset Intermediate Cup on Saturday, October 12.
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