Molton Monthly Magazine July 2023

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July 2023

Love actually!

Traders tie the knot in market’s first wedding

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Molton Monthly - July 2023 Welcome to the July edition of Molton Monthly. It is heartwarming to see that love is in the air, as traders Jo and Stafford got married at the awardwinning South Molton Pannier Market, where they have both worked for many years (cover photos; David & Amanda Glover) - congratulations!

The rural show season is well and truly upon us and we have photos inside from the superb South Molton Vintage Rally. Coming up next are the Mid Devon Show, Chulmleigh Old What’s Inside - July Fair (programme p12) and then the North P6-7 Photo of the month Devon Show - Molton Monthly is once again P8 Town’s last bank to close sponsoring the latter two.

P11-16 What’s On P18-19 Traders marry in market We have several reports this month featuring inspiring young people, with Eco awards and national horse riding accolades, alongside charity fundraising and building sustainable homes in the Exmoor farming community.

On the subject of sustainability, there’s an appeal to help plant new wildflower meadows, which the magazine is supporting as an Exmoor National Park partner.

And finally, with the school summer holidays approaching we have a what’s on section packed with great things to do!

Peter Robinson, Editor & publisher Molton Monthly is also published free to read on our website moltonmonthly.co.uk and we have daily updates for news and events on Facebook and Instagram @MoltonMonthly

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South Molton Vintage Rally 2023 Lauren rides for England New meadows for Exmoor July gardening tips Health & Wellbeing Farm Life - debating skills Helping young people on Exmoor Awards for nature projects Community News Schools and Learning Index of Advertisers Local Information

Molton Monthly magazine is printed on recycled, carbon neutral paper using solar energy as part of our ongoing commitment to a sustainable future.

More than 5,000 copies are delivered free, door-to-door, by our dedicated local team to East and West Buckland, North Molton, South Molton, Heasley Mill, Filleigh, Charles, Clapworthy Mill, Bishops Nympton, Bish Mill, Chulmleigh,

Chittlehampton, Alswear, Kings Nympton, George and Queens Nympton.

We also have pick-up points around South Molton, Pathfields Business Park, Filleigh, Atherington, Chawleigh, Umberleigh, Rose Ash and Chittlehamholt, plus it is available at select North Devon and Exmoor pubs.

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Light in the shade

by Chris Metcalfe

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“You will all want to know how I saved the world yesterday evening,” wrote photographer Chris Metcalfe on his popular Instagram feed (@farmertorque).

He described the scene in this Exmoor woodland (left) as like an alien attack, imagining “strange flying machines murmuring in the sky above, sending light death rays everywhere - the whole shebang!”

Like any true superhero, Chris set up his camera on his tripod (to thwart this intervention from outer space!), and captured this beautiful light dappled aura - chosen as our photo of the month.

After a dank start to the year, we’ve perhaps all be a bit giddy seeing the sun again (without the record breaking temperatures of last year), some maybe decidedly delirious!

You can see more of Chris’s Exmoor photography and films online: Instagram: @farmertorque YouTube: youtube.com/@FarmerTorque Website: farmertorque.com Whether it’s a landscape like this, wildlife, nature, rural life, sports, special events, 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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Town’s last bank set to close Lloyd’s Bank has announced its South Molton branch will close on September 19th “following an in-depth review.”

Despite being refurbished recently, Lloyds says the number of people using the town’s last bank has plummeted, as the use of online and phone banking increases.

Banking services for Lloyds and other banks are available at the Post Office in South Molton’s Spar Shop, and the bank’s branches in Barnstaple and Bideford are set to remain open. Lloyds say a ‘community banker’ will visit the town regularly after the closure and they’re looking at locations.

Locals took to Molton Monthly’s Facebook page to voice their anger at the decision.

Jacky Hiscock wrote, “More houses being built and they close the last bank!”

Ruth Hackman said, “It’s disgraceful - the waste of money doing the refurbishments, and a growing town without a bank. I feel so sorry for those who don’t have online banking. Use a cashpoint & draw out cash and use it - don’t let this cashless society come to fruition.”

Molton Monthly has been told by Lloyds that bank staff will be offered alternative jobs.

In a statement, Lloyds said the number of personal banking customers has fallen by half since 2018, and business users by 63%. The number of people using the cash machine has also dropped by around 40%.

The bank says it will consult the local MP, charities and community organisations about the impact of the closure, especially for older people and those with access issues.

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What’s On - July 2023 pages 11 - 16

Please contact event organisers before attending, as details are subject to change

1st - 1pm Summer Fete at Kings Nympton Primary School (ends 4pm) 1st - 12pm Car treasure hunt & Summer BBQ at 2pm; £5 per car/£50 prize George Nympton Village Hall 2nd - 10am Flea Market at South Molton Pannier Market 3rd - 7.30pm Dido & Aeneas at Umberleigh Village Hall; ticketsource.co.uk/the-winkleigh-singers 4th - 7.30pm Whist Drive at Chittlehampton Village Hall (every Tuesday) - info 01769 540036 7th - 8pm First Friday Jazz with B.D. Lenz from New York at Swimbridge Jubilee Hall (advert page 16) 8th - 10am Coffee morning for North Devon Hospice - SMART Swim Centre, South Molton (ends 11.30am) 8th - 2pm Friends of South Molton Parish Church, Pimms & Cream at 40 Brook Meadow South Molton, with music from South Molton Town Band - 01769 573558 (ends 6pm) 10th - 7.30pm Bingo at Chittlehampton Village Hall - info 01769 540036 11th - 10am u3a South Molton coffee morning Filleigh Village Hall ‘Adventures Behind the Lens’ Alex Leger 11th - 10am CommuniTEA- drop in service from One South Molton at the town library (ends 11.30am) 14th-16th - Devon Cruisers Wheels Weekender, classic and custom cars at Exmoor Riverside Camping 14th - 7.30pm (doors open 6.45pm) Chulmleigh Rural Cinema presents ‘The Fabelmans’ (12A) - tickets £5 or £4.50 members, refreshments available, screening at Chulmleigh Pavilion 15th - 12pm Open Mic/Acoustic Sessions, Coaching Inn, South Molton: southmoltonacoustic@proton.me 15th - 2pm Summer Sunshine Market at North Molton Victory Hall (ends 4.30pm) 16th - 9.30am (Sellers) 11am (Buyers) Charity car boot sale in Charles village (ends 2pm - advert page 16) 16th - 10am Salvage Fair at South Molton Pannier Market 19th - 3pm South Molton United Primary School Summer fete Pirates & Mermaids (all welcome, ends 5pm) 20th - 10.30am Parkinsons Café for sufferers & carers at South Molton Library: 01769 572380 (ends 12pm) 22nd - 8.30am Mid Devon Show at Knightshayes, Chettiscombe, Tiverton: middevonshow.co.uk 25th-29th - 770th Chulmleigh Old Fair - programme of events on page 12 29th - 97th Warkleigh, Satterleigh & Chittlehamholt Open Summer Show at village hall (advert page 16) 28th - 7.30pm South Molton Keyboard & Light Music Club with David Simms at the Methodist Church Hall 29th - 7.30pm Harmonica Singers ‘Magical World of Disney’ - £5 (local charities) Methodist Church Hall 30th - 9am Charity tractor run in memory of Richard Jennings, starts/ends Bishops Nympton Village Hall 30th - 10am South Molton Festival of Food & Drink at the Pannier Market (ends 3pm)

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We’re getting married, in the market!

For years they have both worked at South Molton Pannier Market, Stafford Curle selling veg and Jo Walker selling flowers, and on Sunday, May 28th their workplace was transformed into a wedding venue as the couple said ‘I do’.

The marriage ceremony was conducted by Celia Long Howell in front of family, friends and fellow market traders. The grand pannier hall was dressed up to the nines with an orange theme to match the bride’s bouquet and dress, which had lace trim added by another local business person, Claudia Bento (Alterations Repairs Tailoring by CB).

“We have chosen to marry where we both work.

We live in South Molton and it’s a fantastic community,” Jo told Molton Monthly.

It was the first ever wedding at the award winning Pannier Market, and the management team passed on their congratulations to the new Mr and Mrs Curle. The reception was also held in the hall, with food, music and dancing.

The market was transformed into a wedding venue for the special day - photo by Sharon Jerwood

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Saying ‘I do’ at South Molton Pannier Market - photos by David Glover

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Rural life on show

Photos by Peter Robinson The annual South Molton Vintage Rally was bathed in sunshine at its new location at Frankhill Farm near Rackenford on the first weekend of June.

Thousands of visitors were treated to a taste of rural life from times gone by, with vintage bailers, tractors, steam rollers and engines, classic cars & motorcycles and more.

“Thank you to the members and friends who so generously helped during the rally weekend, as well as during the planning and preparation to transform the field to accommodate the show. Teamwork at its best!”, said SMVRC’s Linda Regan.

“A huge thank you to all the exhibitors and Classic cars, tractors and steam rollers on display

their gleaming machines and everyone who visited over the weekend.”

The rally raises thousand of pounds every year which is donated to local charities and good causes.

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Keeping rural tradtitions alive - vintage bailing demonstration (top), and crowds loving the tractor parade

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Green future for South Molton business Advertorial supplied by Finishing Touches

Immerse yourself in colour and design at Finishing Touches’ South Molton location, and our upcoming Eco off-grid design studio, set in the breathtaking rural Devon landscape.

“Join us on our continuing journey to provide unique interior design services with love, care, and a personal touch,” says owner Julia Brookes.

Whether you’re seeking modern chic or timeless elegance, Finishing Touches is the destination for bespoke curtains, made-to-measure curtains, alterations, lampshades, all types of blinds, upholstery, and poles or tracks in a wide array of styles. Our standard of service, unbeatable quality and care in the final product, is all delivered at an affordable cost.

Why choose us? It’s simple. Julia, alongside her husband and expert fitter, Mark, leads a team of skilled Devon-based artisans committed to bringing your design dreams to life, from privacy solutions and room refreshes to empty window treatments and that perfect piece of fabric.

Look out for our special seasonal sale promotions!

Fents, end-of-rolls, and remnants are available at only £5/m in July and August.

Book a free private appointment to tell us about your project: juliafinishingtouches.co.uk

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Lauren rides for England

Lauren Dawson (above) is riding high after winning the Prince Phillip Cup, as part of the England team competing in the pony club mounted games at the Royal Windsor Horse Show in May. The Year 10 student at South Molton Community College said her selection for the squad was, “A dream that I have worked so hard for in the last 10 years has paid off.”

England were competing against Scotland, Wales, Ireland and Northern Ireland in a series of races involving a mix of turns, handover, skill, vaulting and galloping against other the teams.

Lauren says she would like to carry on her riding and become a jump jockey - her ambition would be to ride in the Cheltenham Gold Cup and the Grand National at Aintree.

Headteacher David Lewis said, “We are very proud of Lauren’s achievements and the other riders from our school who were competing at the show. As a school we endeavour to support this passion for riding among our students.”

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Sowing new Exmoor meadows An appeal has been launched to help create new wildlife rich meadows on Exmoor.

People are being urged to donate to the CareMoor for Exmoor ‘Sowing the Seeds’ fund to help the project grow - if you take part you can receive an Exmoor Meadows greetings card and certificate (pictured right).

The money raised will help fund new equipment and training, and a new wildflower nursery is being developed.

amount of carbon in soil, and permanent grasslands help to protect soils which can mitigate against soil erosion and flooding.”

“Meadows attract a multitude of wildlife and often support flora and fauna that struggle to thrive in other habitats,” said Lucy Cornwall, the Sowing the Seeds Project Officer.

“Species-rich meadows are ‘climate sinks’ which help combat climate change. Diverse and deep-rooted plants store a substantial

Donations can be made at national park centres or online: caremoorforexmoor. enthuse.com/cf/sowing-the-seeds-appeal Molton Monthly is an Exmoor National Park Partner, helping to promote its work helping to heal nature where we live and work.

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Jobs to do in July 1. Cutting back plants in baskets followed by feeding can encourage new growth and help revive tired displays.

2. Cut back Delphiniums and Geraniums after the first flush of flowers to encourage a second flowering period. Feed after cutting back.

3. Take softwood cuttings from shrubs such as Pyracantha, Cotinus, Hydrangeas and Spiraea.

4. Sow biennials, such as foxgloves, honesty, forget-me-nots and wallflowers, for blooms next year.

5. Make sure you leave a dish of fresh water out for the birds and hedgehogs.

The bedding plant season for this year has only just finished, but we are already planning for next year!

Later this month we will be off to Banbury for the Summer Showcase at Ball Colegrave.

We buy most of our plug plants from them, and this is our opportunity to view all of their new plants which will be available for you in 2024.

Until next month, Jenny Howells

July Opening Times Open 7 days a week

Monday – Saturday 9-5 Sunday 10-4 **Closed 26th July**

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Farm Life - debating skills

by Roger Hill

How lucky was the Devon County Show with three dry days, considering only a week earlier many of the vehicles had to be towed out of the Sheep Association event in East Devon.

Something that sparked media interest at the show, including BBC Spotlight, was the Devon Young Farmers Club agricultural debate - ‘to farm or not to farm’ was the title. It asked the question; ‘is there enough opportunity for the next generation in agriculture’? There was an interesting discussion about the challenges in the industry and how these can be overcome.

It coincided with government announcements about various policies including the Sustainable Farming Incentive. This is intended to support farmers in combining a sustainable farm business with a healthy natural environment. Unfortunately very little detail has emerged even after two years of consideration, and as farmers we need to plan ahead for the long term.

In the meantime, harvest is in full swing at home as the photo (opposite) of my tractor shows with quality not quantity being the order of the day. Returning to shows, I hope to see you all at our local Mid Devon Show on July 22nd set in the grounds of the glorious Knightshayes estate.

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

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Harvest underway in the early June sunshine

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Fred’s 100km walk for farmers

The Farming Community Network (FCN) is a voluntary organisation that supports farmers and families in the farming community through difficult times. “Their job is very important. By doing my 100km walk I’m not only hoping to raise much-needed funds, but also awareness of the amazing work they do,” said Fred.

If you would like to support Fred and the FCN go to: justgiving.com/page/fredwalking-1678823765032

12 year old Fred Tucker put his best foot forward and has walked 100km on Exmoor to raise funds for the Farming Community Network. He set out to raise £300 for the charity, but smashed that target reaching almost £700 so far!

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Land appeal for young families

Highlighting homelessness

Can you help Exmoor’s next generation create their own new home? An appeal has been launched to find landowners who will sell a plot to a young local family in North Devon to build their own affordable home.

“We encourage you to show your generosity and do your bit to support the next generation on Exmoor, enabling young people to continue living where they call home,” said Megan Hunt from the group Exmoor Young Voices (EYV).

As well as finding cost effective parcels of land for self-build projects, the group also needs contributions of building materials, skills, equipment and tool loans, and funds to support those trying to create homes so they can live and work on Exmoor.

Exmoor self-build by project lead Justin Tyers

EYV is supporting local young people on the moor interested in building their own affordable homes.

If you can help the Exmoor Young Voices self-build project, or would like to find out more, go to: exmooryoungvoices.org/ selfbuildprojecthelp

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Awards for helping nature

bulbs, extending our orchard with new fruit trees, making bug hotels and creating wildflower areas.”

“This work has been led by the Ecocommittee, but involves the entire school community developing nature at our school and each class made a ‘pledge for nature’.

We have lots more plans, with the children brimming with fantastic ideas!”

Pupils from South Molton Community Primary School (above) received a prestigious ‘Pledge for Nature’ award at a North Devon Biosphere ceremony.

More than 130 guests attended the ‘Biosphere Nature Awards’ at The Plough Arts Centre, Great Torrington on May 22nd - another winner was the volunteer group South Molton Save Our Swifts.

Head teacher Tom Parkin said it is a great achievement, “Over the last year the children have been working hard to develop nature in the school grounds with tree planting, creating wild ‘no mow areas’, planting

Two more local businesses have recently joined Molton Monthly as North Devon Biosphere Business Partners, The George Hotel in South Molton and The Sign Maker at High Bickington.

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Community News pages 50 - 53 New eye centre official opening The South Molton Eye Centre has been formally opened (pictured right), with a special ribbon cutting ceremony.

Health bosses say patients with eye conditions in Northern Devon and Torridge will now benefit from reduced waiting times and access to state-of-the-art equipment.

New speed limit and roundabout on link road

The brand new £1.4m facility has been developed at the former renal unit at South Molton Community Hospital. This was made possible with a generous donation of £500,000 from the South Molton Hospital League of Friends. The group’s chairman David Goodman, said he was delighted about the opening and pleased the building was being used again.

A new 30mph speed limit and temporary roundabout are in operation on the A361 Borners Bridge junction between North and South Molton. The change is designed to help improve access for North Molton residents. Safety (speed) cameras are in place in both directions. There’s still ‘no right turn’ when exiting Station Road from the South Molton direction.

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Royalty chosen for 770th fair Chulmleigh Old Fair, which has run every year since 1253, will take place between July 25th and 29th (see page 12 for programme).

The 2023 Fair Queen will be Abi Bushell, with Attendants Eva Fauré-Wells and Sarah Peacock, Crown Bearer Isabella Lee, Chief Herald David Peacock, with Heralds Ezra & Seth Prettejohn (below).

Skateboarders indoor dream An appeal has been launched to raise £14,000 to help create a new indoor skate park in the centre of South Molton. It would be a new HQ for the Skate Molton CIC, and has won the support of the town council.

You can donate online here: justgiving.com/ crowdfunding/skatemoltoncic

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Fundraising for Uganda

15 year old South Molton Community College Student Isla Quick aims to raise £2,200 for a charity trip to Africa. There’s a fundraising bingo night at The Coaching Inn in South Molton from 7pm on July 8th (eyes down 7.30pm). She is set to go to Uganda with the Amigos Charity next year as part of a school trip. You can also donate online: gofundme.com/f/islas-uganda-2024amigos-charity-visit

Council appointments

A new leadership has been announced at North Devon Council following the recent elections. Councillor Ian Roome was elected as the new Leader of the council, with David Worden elected as Deputy Leader after serving as leader since 2019.

Meanwhile, Councillor Jacqui Footman has been appointed as the new Mayor of South Molton for the year ahead.

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Skittles teams wanted

The South Molton Ladies Skittles League is looking for new teams to join up. They have just completed their first full season back after the Covid restrictions. Teams would require a venue containing an alley (either fixed or removable), and at least 6 ladies who are keen to play. There are 13 teams currently playing. Their AGM is at The Black Cock Inn, Molland, on July 20th at 8pm, anyone interested can attend or contact; Alison Peters on 07870 319315 Email: al1son.peters@hotmail.co.uk

Above - South Molton Strugglers donating £750 to North Devon Hospice, raised at their Castle Hill Corker run on the Filleigh estate back in March this year

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South Molton Community Garden

by Rebecca Blackman

We have some yellow courgette plants in the ground with more squash soon to be planted. The potatoes look good but the dry weather has made it difficult to keep seeds watered, so some haven’t sprouted.

There is still ongoing work to increase our water storage capacity, with two new water butts installed, now we need some rain!

Photo by Karolina Andreasova

What a wonderfully busy month at the garden! The new shed is now complete and we have been spending time rearranging everything to suit the new space.

Our most recent team day was well attended, with over 30 people (above). We planted the corn, weeded and tidied beds and washed, labelled and organised the tools ready for the new shed.

We welcome new members! If you’d like to join us, come along on a Thursday afternoon, weather permitting, around 2pm.

No gardening experience needed. Email us at: somocogarden@gmail.com

Blooming break

After two gold medals in two years the South Molton in Bloom volunteers are taking a break from the competition in 2023. They will still be out and about working this summer, with planting and tidying across the town.

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Molton Monthly local business directory Agricultural Services Bobcat Hire p39 Jack Croft Contractors p38 Andrew Symons p39 SJC Engineering p30 Tarka Trax p30 Appliance Repairs Don Bailey p59 Architects David Rice Architectural p18 Astronomy Poltimore Inn Observatory p46 Building Services Bobcat Hire p39 Darren White p30 Hotworks Engineering p36 J. Penfold Tarmac & Paving p36 Nick Ager Haulage p56 Sheds4You - back cover Wedgewood Buildings p57 Care Services Rainbow Care Group p19 Charity collections The Furniture Store p56 Cleaning Oven Wizards p48 Clothing & Embroidery Heather Everitt Embroidery p50 Computing/Internet/Websites CBM p40 The PC Geek p55 Decorating Plastering Tiling CRD Decorating p52 Highland Artexing p41 DIY & Building Materials Nick Ager Haulage p56 RGB front cover Drainage Services 24/7 Drain Solutions p42 Electricians Chris Thorne p49 T. W. Electrical p51 Engineering Hotworks Engineering p36 Estate Agents Michael Adey Property p25 Falconry North Devon Hawk Walks p54 Financial Services Carter Dawes p28 Lendology CIC p24 Philip Milton p59 Partners& p32/33 The Mortgage Shop p24 Flooring Homechoose Carpets p40 Food & Drink

Fuel Supplies Winson Fuels p59 Funeral Services H N Blackmore & Sons p44 Friendship & Sons p58 Furniture The Furniture Store p56 Garage Services Custom Valets p18 Motorworks p2 TGB Automotive p54 TGB Car Keys p49 Gardens & Landscaping Andrew Symons p39 Ash Moor Nursery p31 Bigfoot Gardening p42 Darren White p30 Four Seasons p30 Garden Services p22 Sheds4You - back cover SJC Engineering p30 Tarka Trax Ltd p30 Graphic Design Jamaica Press p7 Haulage & Transport Nick Ager Haulage p56 Health & Wellbeing Ear Wax Nurse p35 Rainbow Care Group p19 Slimming World p16 South Molton Medical Centre p35 Step Ahead p34 Home Maintenance & Improvements 24/7 Drain Solutions p42 Ashgrove Kitchens p27 Care4Bathrooms p55 CRD Decorating p52 Dream Doors North Devon p57 Darren Smallbone p41 Finishing Touches p26 Kitchen Exchange p47 Living Needs Home Solutions p45 J. Penfold Tarmac & Paving p36 RGB front cover Sheds4You - back cover Stove Centre p48 Variety Building & Landscapes p58 Wedgewood Buildings p57 Insurance Services Partners& p32/33 Locksmiths Darren Smallbone p41 Medical South Molton Medical Centre p35 Metalwork Industrial Coating Supplies p40 Music

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Avo Craft Café p23 The Cheese Larder p50

A Side to B Side Records p7 First Friday Jazz p14

Opticians Atlantic Home Eyecare p34 South Molton Eyecare p53 Plumbing & Heating Jad Mottram p45 Mark Berry p37

MS Plumbing p40 Printing Jamaica Press p7 Property (also see Estate Agents) Gibbs Property Management p51 Lendology CIC p24 Michael Adey Property p25 The Mortgage Shop p24 Pubs & Restaurants Bell Inn p10 Exeter Inn p20 Exmoor Riverside p17 Grove Inn p9 Mitre Inn p43 Poltimore Inn p46 Quince Honey Farm p13 Red Lion p46 Royal Oak p21 Schools & Learning Filleigh Community Primary School p61 Kings Nympton School p61 North Molton School p60 South Molton Library p11 West Buckland School p60 School Uniforms Heather Everitt Embroidery p50 Sports Achieve4All p14 AST Swimschool p14 Aquarius Swimschool p29 SMART Swim Centre South Molton p4 & p5 Storage Snell Self Storage p8 Ucanstore p41 Telephone Engineers CBM p40 Tourism Exmoor Riverside camping p17 North Devon Hawk Walks p54 Quince Honey Farm P13 Training RE Consultancy & Training p44 TV Services CBM p40 Vehicle Hire Forent South Molton Van Hire p52 Venue Hire Filleigh Village Hall p55 Windows ATA Windows back cover Darren Smallbone p41 Exmoor Fascias p41

Local contact numbers

South West Water 0344 346 2020 National Grid 105 or 0800 678 3105 British Gas 0800 111 999 Environment Agency 0370 850 6506 Devon & Cornwall Police 101 (non emergency) Citizen’s Advice Bureau 03444 111 444 South Molton Town Council 01769 572501 South Molton Library 01769 572128 SMART Swim Centre South Molton 01769 572340 North Devon Council 01271 327711 Devon County Council 0345 155 1015 One South Molton 01769 572501 South Molton Volunteer Bureau 01769 573167 Go North Devon/Shopmobility 01271 328866 Age UK Devon 0333 241 2340

Health Centres & Hospitals South Molton Medical Centre 01769 573101 Wallingbrook 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 Community of Our Lady & St. Benedict 07851 187335 Baptist Church 01769 574365 Gospel Hall 01769 572908 Methodist Church 01769 571646 One Way Community Church 01769 572786 Quakers 01271 344203 Community Groups Rotary Club of South Molton 01769 574109

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