Molton Monthly August 2021

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Events make a comeback as lockdown lifts, but Covid cases on the rise

August 2021

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Molton Monthly - August 2021 Welcome to the August edition of Molton Monthly, and I’m proud to announce that the magazine has become a North Devon Biosphere Business partner - see the logo to the right we’ll now be displaying.

What does this mean? The North Devon Biosphere has launched an ambitious nature recovery programme to tackle the decline in wildlife and the natural environment where we live and work. Molton Monthly has pledged to help by highlighting the campaign in the magazine. See page 8 for details of how to get involved.

You only have to look at the terrible tragedies recently in Germany and Canada to see how important it is that we all act now.

What’s Inside - August As we head into the school summer holidays P6-7 Photo of the month we’re experiencing the highest rates of P8 Sign up to help heal nature Covid-19 we’ve ever had. We’ve seen a P11-14 What’s On massive 1700% increase, from 30 cases to P17 Jazz is back!

550 in a month. It’s a concern given the influx P18-19 Olympic dream comes true of visitors and relaxing of restrictions (p22).

With Coronavirus rules changing events are happening again, like the Mid Devon Show on the cover captured by Sky High Media (see pages 46-47). This month we also have more stories from inspirational local people, with Olympian Phil Norman (pages 18-19) and student Emily Davies (pages 42-43).

Photos from Chulmleigh Old Fair and more from the Mid Devon Show are planned for the next edition as they were happening as we went to print. As always, please stay safe.

Pete Robinson, Editor & publisher

Molton Monthly is also published free to read on our website moltonmonthly.co.uk and we have daily news updates on Facebook and Instagram @MoltonMonthly

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Covid cases see dramatic rise Property news South Molton in Bloom judging August gardening tips Health & Wellbeing Farm Life - the honey makers Emily’s 100 mile challenge Cover story: the shows go on!

Community News Schools and Learning Index of Advertisers

Local Information

South Molton Business Association is open to anyone running or planning to start a business in South Molton and the surrounding 32 parishes. SMBA - ‘promoting investment & growth in the community’.

Please visit smba.info to find out more about the benefits of joining us.

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All at sea

by Yasmin Jackson

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Something a little different for our August photo of the month, as we take a trip out on a fishing boat off the North Devon coast.

Photographer Yasmin Jackson, from Dartford in Kent, was on holiday with her family and says she was lucky to join Lynmouth fisherman Matthew Oxenham on a trip out to pick up lobsters during their week stay.

Yasmin’s photo captures perfectly a traditional Exmoor scene, where the coast meets the countryside and centuries of traditional practices remain to this day.

“It was the most spectacular outing. There was just so much to see and as a keen bird watcher it was just brilliant,” Yasmin told Molton Monthly. “It was our first time in North Devon and it did not disappoint, we will definitely be back!”

Matthew Oxenham’s family has worked the boats out of Lynmouth for generations and he now offers tours of our spectacular coastline and its wonderful wildlife (phone 01598 753207).

Whether it’s rural life like this, nature, sports, special events, wildlife, a local character or something else - please keep emailing us your pictures. We usually only feature one each month in the magazine, but show more on our Instagram and Facebook pages: @MoltonMonthly

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Molton Monthly signs up to Nature Recovery Declaration With nature in serious decline across our area and climate change coming ever into focus, North Devon Biosphere has launched an ambitious recovery programme.

“If we are to turn the tide for nature’s recovery, everyone in northern Devon needs to engage through their choices and actions,” said Mike Moser, Chair of the Biosphere Nature Improvement Group.

“Today our wildlife is a shadow of its former glory and our natural systems are ceasing to function. It’s time for urgent and transformative local action.”

Molton Monthly has now signed the organisation’s Nature Recovery Declaration

Raindrop on lichen, growing on an Exmoor tree Photo Pete Robinson

and has been accredited as a North Devon Biosphere Business Partner.

Magazine publisher Pete Robinson said, “I believe it is the most important thing we can do in our lifetimes. The natural world urgently needs our help. Without a healthy environment, humanity might simply cease to exist. We must act now to tackle climate change and help heal nature.”

The aim is to help nature recover and expand natural areas in North Devon by 2030, aligning with the Government’s ‘25 Year Environment Plan’ and the Prime Minister’s pledge for 30% of land in the UK to be protected by that date.

To get involved go to: northdevonbiosphere.org.uk/naturerecovery-plan

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What’s On - August 2021

Please contact organisers to check events are still running, with Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines subject to change - be prepared for possible amendments or cancellations.

1st - 10am Flea Market at South Molton Pannier Market 1st - 4pm Coldhabour Mill, Uffculme presents ‘The Tuck Inn’, an open air event of live music, food making and sharing, and workshops, with a professional theatre production that reimagines Robin Hood at its heart. Tickets/information: coldharbourmill.org.uk/events 13th - 7.30pm Chulmleigh Rural Cinema presents ‘23 Walks’ 12A at The Pavilion. Covid guidelines apply and advance booking is required: 01837 88307 or merryman@waitrose.com Tickets: £5 (members £4.50), drinks £2, ice creams £1.50 (doors open 6.45pm) 15th - 10am Salvage Fair at South Molton Pannier Market 17th - 3pm Chulmleigh Society tour of Tiverton Hospital Wildlife Garden with Dr Gavin Haigh 21st - 11am Skate Jam at South Molton skate park - organised by Skate Molton 22nd - 10.30am North Molton Country Fair all day at the Sports Club (advert page 14) 30th - 10.30am Summer Steam Up! Steam day at Coldharbour Mill, Uffculme. Tickets/ information: coldharbourmill.org.uk/events 1st until Sept 11th - 10am daily Charles Village History Exhibition, St John the Baptist Church Text only what’s on listings in Molton Monthly are free - please email to info@moltonmonthly.co.uk deadline 12th each month. Display adverts may carry a charge.

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All that jazz!

South Molton Jazz Club is returning after lockdown and will be relocating to Swimbridge Jubilee Hall and ‘rebranding’ as First Friday Jazz Club (ad left and page 14).

“This modern and well equipped hall has a licensed bar, a professional sound and light system, parking and will be a welcoming venue in which to hear the best jazz around,” said organiser Nigel Penfold. Every month they will have a different band, and Covid Secure measures will be in place.

The first gig on September 3rd, will be the Neil Maya Quartet, with their celebration of 1959 - the Golden Year of Jazz. Doors open at 8pm, music starts at 8.30pm prompt.

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Olympic dream comes true “It’s never too late to chase your dreams,” the words of North Devon athlete Phil Norman (right) who has flown out to compete in the Olympics in Tokyo, Japan.

He will be racing in the gruelling 3000m steeplechase for the Great Britain team. It hasn’t been the most conventional journey to compete on the world stage.

“I started the sport at 8 years old and then quit at 18,” Phil told Molton Monthly. “Many, including myself, would have thought my Olympic dream was over, but I decided to give it another shot at the age of 25.”

“Now, just over six years later at the age of 31, with a full time job and a baby boy on the way - I have finally achieved my dream.”

Phil Norman in his Great Britain Olympic team kit Photo: Getty Images/Team GB

Phil’s grandad, the late Fred Norman was born at Crossbury, near East Buckland, and his father Chris is himself a running coach and an official at North Devon Athletics Club.

“He has been training long and hard and in recent times, mainly alone,” said dad Chris.

“It is great for North Devon Athletics Club to have role models like him.”

“It proves that you can still compete with the best, even living hundreds of miles from the big cities. We at the club are proud of the quality of athletes we have helped excel over the years, and will all be cheering for Phil in the 2021 Olympics!”

Phil has taken unpaid leave from his job as an Openreach engineer to focus on his training. “It has been far from easy. Many sacrifices have been made along the way,

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Phil Norman in international steeplechase action (far left) Photo: Kowalsky/Team GB

not just by myself but my wife Coral and coach Tomaz,” added Phil before flying out to Japan to compete against the world’s best steeplechase runners. “Congratulations to everyone on their selection, every athlete works so hard to get to this moment. I want to thank everyone for their support throughout my journey, and I hope to do you all proud in the GB vest in Tokyo.”

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Covid cases ‘highest they’ve ever been’ as restrictions ease By the third week of July the number of positive Coronavirus cases had risen almost seventeen-fold (1700%) on last month, with 550 reported in North Devon (300-plus in Mid Devon). Last month the figures were 30 and 25 respectively, and almost zero in April.

As we went to print, Devon’s health bosses said case rates were “the highest they have even been”, with the Delta variant spreading quickly, especially in those aged between 10 and 29. The ‘third wave’ has already had an impact, with local businesses forced to close temporarily due to staff isolations.

Steve Brown, Director of Public Health Devon, said, “Positive cases are rising across the UK and in Devon, driven by the much more contagious Delta variant.”

Photo by Pete Robinson

“Coronavirus is an airborne virus. It spreads most easily when people are in close proximity and when indoors in poorly ventilated spaces.”

He says the public should continue to wear face coverings, practice social distancing and take extra hygiene steps - even though as of July 19th they were no longer due to be a legal requirement.

The mobile Covid-19 testing van (above) is now in South Molton between 9am to 12.30pm on Tuesdays and 1.30pm to 5pm on Fridays. Alongside regular testing everyone is urged to get vaccinated, especially those working in hospitality.

“Please continue choosing to take steps that minimise risk to ourselves and to others, even when that choice is ours to make,” added Steve Brown.

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Local property - demand still exceeds supply The stamp duty frenzies may be behind us but the property market prognosis remains bright, with the stamp duty holiday now reduced to the lower threshold of £250,000 until the end of September we can still expect to see a healthy level of demand.

Even once the tax break is removed in the autumn we do not anticipate activity to slow.

The understandable concern is that prices will ease, however low interest rates and a fast recovering economy underpin long-term price strength.

Rising house prices will continue to create challenges for those seeking to buy, this will support the continued growth of the private and buy to let market.

Housing market information provided by Webbers, South Molton

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South Molton in Bloom judgement day!

The sun blazed down as South West in Bloom judge Richard Taylor (right), toured South Molton with his clipboard and camera.

Organisers now have to wait until October 7th to find out his decision and how the town fared in the 2021 floral competition.

South Molton in Bloom coordinator Sue Harrison said, “I was bowled over by how everyone joined in. Sunshine enhanced the mass of colour and beauty.”

“We are so grateful to everyone, businesses and individuals, for getting involved and appreciating our work. Special thanks to Elaine Symons and her loyal helpers Bridget and Linda, for filling the town with artwork... (continued on page 28)

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and to Chanters for letting us use the shop as a workshop and display centre.”

“Thanks to all the volunteers who have been tirelessly digging for gold for the last five months. Watch this space, as we have so many plans for the coming year,” continued Sue. Judging took place on July 13th.

The front garden competition was judged

by Lady Arran from the Castle Hill Estate at Filleigh. Vikki Macnab (right top) from Ash Drive claimed first prize for her “creative and clever use of limited space.” Second went to Marilyn Cole from Alexandra Terrace and third to Gill from Tower Park.

South Molton Mayor Mervyn Way presented Hazel Kerslake from Naturemade in South Street (below centre) with the top prize in the closely-faught shop window competition, judged by the mayor and his wife.

“It was great to see so many people joining in the competition and we hope it will be even bigger next year, with the theme being The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee,” added Sue Harrison.

The frontage competition saw Vonn Bourne from Court Cottages (right bottom with her daughter) take top honours, with Lisa from West End Terrace second and Terri from East Street in third.

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Not just flowers - the town was tidied up and the skate park revamped; here Sue Harrison inspects artwork with Skate Molton volunteer Verity Hanson and judge Richard Taylore

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Jobs to do in August 1. Most rambling roses flower just once in summer and as they flower on the old wood they should be pruned after flowering. Thin out one in three of the old stems at the base and tie in new replacement shoots.

2. Apply nematodes for control of vine weevil larvae later this month or early next.

Target plants prone to attack, (Heuchera, Sedum and Primula) especially in containers.

3. Give hardy Geraniums a light trim to encourage another flush of flowers.

4. Lift spring sown onions and shallots once the foliage yellows and topples over. Dry bulbs in a single layer in full sun outdoors, or in a greenhouse or well-ventilated shed 5. Cut established perennial wildflower meadow. Leave clippings on the ground for a few days to encourage self-seeding.

At this time of year whilst you are all enjoying the fruits of your labour, we are already planning next year’s production. New catalogues arrive and orders are placed very quickly before they sell out. The highlight for us this year is going to the summer showcase of our main supplier, Ball Colegrave in Banbury.

We will have the opportunity to see all of their varieties growing in the ground or in baskets and containers, so we can choose the ones we think are the best for next year.

Until next month, Jenny Howells

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Highlighting homelessness

Photo: Guy Harrop

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Farm Life - the honey makers

by Roger Hill

The farming calendar rolls on with harvesting in full swing. After a cold spring, crops caught up very quickly. A burst of hot sunshine and heavy showers resulted in the fastest growing period for many years. Unfortunately weeds also galloped away.

Even though the jobs on the farm never relent, there is the saying that ‘all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.’ In other words it is essential that we make the effort to have a work-life balance. As I mentioned last month, it is show season which provides the chance to have a few hours away. For the sport enthusiasts amongst us, this summer is a bonanza on TV - cricket, football, rugby, athletics and much more provide a welcome relaxation.

Back to the harvest but a little different one for us - honey. The abundance of wild flowers around our small vineyard have been pure heaven for the bees.

Again the late spring diminished food supplies initially because our buzzy friends did very little flying. They certainly have caught up of late! I cannot wait to taste the new season’s honey harvest on the homemade bread my wife makes for us and our guests.

‘Til next time, Roger #TuppertheTractor (website: quoit-at-cross.co.uk)

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Emily’s gruelling 100 mile challenge for children’s hospital West Buckland School Sixth Form student Emily Davies is taking on a huge challenge this month to run, cycle and row 100 miles in just three days to raise funds for Bristol Children’s Hospital.

“In order to get myself where I am today, it has taken a lot of grit and determination.

However, I fully recognise that if it were not for the incredible people at Bristol and the outstanding care that they offer, things may be very different,” added Emily (below).

Emily, who has just finished Year 13, has chosen this mission as a way to give back to the hospital which has helped her so much. As a result of being born four months premature, Emily was left with cerebral palsy.

She explains, “I have some spasticity which mainly affects my right leg. Despite some of the mobility challenges that my disability presents me with, I consider myself very lucky as I am more or less able to live my life like the rest of my family and friends.”

Emily has chosen 100 miles as her target as this is the distance between her home and the hospital in Bristol. She hopes to take a degree in Sports Science at Cardiff Met and says she feels very positive for the future.

In May this year, she turned eighteen, which meant that it was time to leave the care of Bristol Children’s Hospital, so she wants to say goodbye and give something back to the place that has given her so much. The student is aiming to raise at least £2,000.

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Training hard - if you’d like to help Emily raise funds for Bristol Children’s Hospital, please visit her page: justgiving.com/fundraising/emily-davies62

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The shows go on!

Emerging from lockdown, several key events went ahead throughout July.

Devon County Show returned on July 2nd with a bumper three day event, despite the challenges imposed by the pandemic.

Proof that people were eager to get out and about again after being in lockdown was shown with 90% of tickets sold in advance for this year’s show. Thousands flocked to Westpoint to enjoy the first full county show in the UK for nearly two years.

South Molton Vintage Rally Club held its first post-lockdown run on July 11th, with a tractors diriving a circular route from South Molton out to Bish Mill, Molland, Hawkridge and Tarr Steps (opposite).

As we went to print, the Mid Devon Show

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Ethan Smith at Devon County Show with bull Smithy Rolex

Judging for the 2021 livestock entries at the Mid Devon Show getting underway

took place at Knightshayes on July 24th - under somewhat leaden skies after the heatwave of the previous week.

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Community News pages 50-55 Residents lose homes and bakery closed by ‘severe fire’ A young family and a pensioner lost their homes and belongings, and Chanters Bakery business was put out of action following a fire in a flat in South Molton on July 19th.

Dozens of firefighters from crews across North and Mid Devon were drafted in to help

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the South Molton team tackle the ferocious blaze, which saw town centre roads closed to traffic for several hours.

“A huge thank you to everyone from the bottom of my heart,” said the mother who escaped from the fire, who asked not to be named. “Words fail me to describe how grateful we are to the amazing fire crews.”

“If not for the community support, we wouldn’t be able to cope, so thank you.

We are so glad no one got badly hurt and our thoughts are with the Chanters Bakery team too,” she added.

A fire service spokesman said, “The flat was severely damaged by fire and the bakery damaged by fire and water. The cause of the fire was confirmed as accidental.” One person was treated for injuries at the scene before being taken to hospital for checks.

The fire, which it reported to have started in a microwave, also spread to the loft of a neighbourting flat. Crews finally left the scene at 5am, 12 hours after the fire started.

Chanters Bakery began an urgent search to find new premises to work from so they could resume baking again. A Crowdfunder appeal has been set up to help the family get on their feet again: crowdfunder.co.uk/newstart-after-a-housefire

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Man dies in road crash

Please email 101@dc.police.uk or call 101, quoting log number 0496 of July 19th.

Police are appealing for witnesses to a collision involving a car and a lorry near South Molton that left a 58 year old man from Bideford dead.

Meanwhile, two people were airlifted to hospital with serious injuries following a collision on the A361 on June 23rd.

It happened on the B3226 near the North Aller roundabout outside South Molton, at around 1.40pm on Monday July 19th.

Three cars collided in the 40mph speed limit zone between South Molton and Landkey, leaving the link road closed for several hours.

The male driver of a silver Hyundai Ix35 car was pronounced dead at the scene by the ambulance service. The lorry driver was uninjured.

Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any information or dashcam footage which may have captured either vehicle prior to the collision that could help with their enquiries.

A361 photo courtesy Devon & Cornwall Police

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Road repairs on A377 Work is finally underway to repair the sections of road on the A377 at Kingford near Umberleigh, where the embankment has been eroded by the River Taw. Traffic lights will be in place, and there may be temporary road closures over the next three months. Natural stone will also be placed alongside the river bank to try to prevent it being undermined in future.

Boys’ skateathon raises £600 for teen cancer charity Bertie Walker and Reuben Burgess (pictured right) braved the searing heat on July 17th to ride their scooters for four hours at South Molton skatepark, all in the name of charity.

They managed to raise just under £600 for the Teenage Cancer Trust through their sterling efforts. The two lads thanked everyone for their support.

The first ever Skate Jam is scheduled to be held at the town’s skatepark on August 21st.

Organisers say everyone is welcome, and they are planning a fun day for all the family.

The aim is to raise funds for maintenance and improvements to the facility.

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Deep Roots Arts Festival Organisers send a big thank you to everyone who attended and took part in the July Deep Roots Festival events, and to the small team of volunteers who helped hand out leaflets, setup venues, made refreshments and made the weekend a great success.

Arts Destination South Molton are now looking forward to their third Deep Roots Festival weekend on September 25th and 26th. It will include Katy Lee’s book launch for ‘Ode to the Ash Tree Poetry Project’, and the film premiere of ‘Capturing South Molton in Your Words & Images’ - compiled by filmmaker Gordon McKerrow. Both projects have involved our local community over the summer months.

The festival will feature talks and workshops with North Devon artists Hester Berry, Beth Pedlar and Joseph Witchall; music performances by Arquebus Folk Trio, 3 Pint Rule and a concert by South Molton Town Band performing with Harmony4.

More details about all the events and how to book on their website: artsdestination.co.uk/deep-roots-festival/ Or join the Facebook page for updates and discussion: facebook.com/drfsouthmolton

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South Molton u3a - Still Thriving Like so many other organisations South Molton u3a have had to curtail their activities during the Covid-19 ‘lockdown’.

But that didn’t stop them keeping in touch as they made the most of the available technology. Monthly get togethers moved to Zoom online with talks covering a wide range of topics including ‘Time through the ages’, ‘North Devon Ambulance’ and a fascinating tour of ‘Hidden London’. With restrictions now lifting the plan is to start monthly get-togethers at Filleigh Village Hall from September.

“The u3a is a wonderful organisation open to all in their ‘3rd age’, which is defined not by a particular age, but by a period in life in which full time employment has ceased,” said local u3a promotions officer Gill Saunders.

“The ramblers are back making the most of local footpaths and there are numerous other activities starting again. We would love to see members, new and old joining in again.”

If you would like to find out more about what is going on and join the fun, email: PR@southmoltonu3a.co.uk or call on: 01769 572005 (Gill Saunders - South Molton u3a Promotions Officer)

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Index of advertisers Accounts & Bookkeeping Elaine Fields p50 Philip Milton p59 Agricultural Services Bobcat Hire p38 Jack Croft Contractors p39 Andrew Symons front cover Tarka Trax p30 Appliance Repairs Don Bailey p58 Bronze and metalwork Industrial Coating Supplies p40 Business Services South Molton Business Association p3 NOIS Business Services p8 Building Services Bobcat Hire p38 Dan Jury p58 Darren White p58 Hotworks Engineering p51 RGB p19 Sheds4You - back cover Variety Building p49 Care Homes/Social Care Abbeyfield South Molton p4 Filo Project p37 Cleaning Services North Devon Cleaning p54 Oven Wizards p45 Computing/Internet/Websites CBM p40 PC Geek p56 Decorating Plastering Tiling Highland Artexing p41 DIY & Building Supplies MP Supplies p53 RGB p19 Electricians Chris Thorne p55 Engineering Hotworks Engineering p51 Estate Agents Michael Adey p25 Webbers p24 Financial Services Lendology CIC p45 Philip Milton p59 Town & Country p32/33 Flooring Homechoose Carpets p40 Food & Catering Services Naturemade Store p26 Fuel Supplies Kiln Dried Logs p7 Winson Fuels p38

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Funeral Services HN Blackmore p49 Garage Services Custom Valets p22 R&L Mechanical Services p47 TGB Automotive p43 TGB Car Keys p23 Gardens & Landscaping Andrew Symons front cover Ash Moor Nursery p31 BWA Gardening p42 Dan Jury p58 Darren White p30 Four Seasons p30 Sheds4You - back cover Tarka Trax Ltd p30 Timber Lads tree surgery p30 Variety Landscapes p49 Health & Wellbeing Ear Wax Nurse p34 Electrolysis Solutions p34 Essential Bodyworkx p35 JM Physiotherapy p34 Slimming World p23 Step Ahead p36 Home Maintenance & Improvements Darren Smallbone p58 Energise Leisure (pools) p50 Exmoor Fascias p45 Finishing Touches p27 Homechoose Carpets p40 The Kitchen Exchange p5 Lendology CIC p24 Living Needs Home Solutions p57 Mid Devon Garage Doors p7 Mitchell & Dickinson p2 MP Supplies p53 RGB p19 Sheds4You - back cover Simon Cooke Interiors p59 Stove Centre p27 Insurance Services NFU Mutual p59 Town & Country p32/33 Jobs James Sherlock p28 Locksmiths Darren Smallbone p58 Marketing NOIS Business Services p18 Medical South Molton Medical Centre p35 Music First Friday Jazz p14 Opticians Atlantic Home Eyecare p36 Byrnes & Byrnes p21

Pest Control Pests Off p44 Plumbing & Heating Jad Mottram p5 Mark Berry p56 MS Plumbing p40 Printing & Design Services Blue Orange Signs p52 Property (also see Estate Agents) Lendology CIC p45 Marsdens Devon Cottages p48 Pubs & Restaurants Bell Inn p10 Exmoor Riverside p12 Grove Inn p9 Poltimore Inn p16 Quince Honey Farm p13 The Red Lion p16 The Royal Oak p15 Schools & Education Chittlehampton School p61 Kings Nympton School p61 North Molton School p60 South Molton Library p14 West Buckland School p20 & p60 Solicitors & Legal Services Davies & Partners p59 Sports & activities Achieve4All p11 South Molton Swimming Pool p58 Stained Glass Ken Bracher Stained Glass p42 Storage Ucanstore p41 Telephone Engineers CBM p42 Tourism Exmoor Riverside camping p12 Mardens Devon Cottage p48 North Devon Hawk Walks p17 Swantours coaches p46 Quince Honey Farm p13 Training RE Consultancy & Training p44 TV Services CBM p40 Clearview TV p41 Vehicle Hire Forent Van Hire p18 Water Services GWT Sewage & Waste p57 Windows Darren Smallbone p58 Exmoor Fascias p41 Mitchell & Dickinson p2

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Local contact numbers

Utility Services - emergencies South West Water 0344 346 2020 Western Power 105 or 0800 678 3105 British Gas 0800 111 999 Local Community Services Devon & Cornwall Police 101 (non emergency) 999 (emergency) Citizen’s Advice Bureau 03444 111 444 South Molton Town Council/Tourist Info 01769 572501 South Molton Library 01769 572128 Swimming Pool 01769 572522 Children’s Centre 03300 415 493 Learn Devon 0345 155 1014 Go North Devon including: North Devon Ring & Ride/Shopmobility 01271 328866 Age UK Devon 0333 241 2340 South Molton Volunteer Bureau 01769 573167 The Rotary Club of South Molton 01769 574109

Health Centres & Hospitals South Molton Medical Centre 01769 573101 Chulmleigh 01769 580295 NHS Direct 111 (non emergency) North Devon District Hospital 01271 322577 South Molton Community Hospital 01769 572164 Churches Parish Church - St Mary Magdalene 01769 572079 Catholic Church of St Joseph 01271 343312 Our Lady & St. Benedict Church 07851 187335 Baptist Church 01769 574365 Gospel Hall 01769 572908 Methodist Church 01769 572637 One Way Community Church 01769 572786 Quakers 01271 344203 To minimise the environmental impact of this magazine, Molton Monthly is printed in the West Country using vegetable based inks on uncoated sustainable paper.

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