Coronation special edition June 2023 All the King’s Horses... Coronation celebrations in Kings Nympton!
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Molton Monthly - June 2023
Welcome to the June edition of Molton Monthly. This issue marks the 7th anniversary of me taking over publishing this magazine, and it’s a ‘Royal Special’ featuring 10 pages of your photos from the Coronation of King Charles III and his wife Queen Camilla, and the planting of a new woodland on Exmoor dedicated to His Majesty.
What’s Inside - June
P6-7 Photo of the month
P8 New woodland for King Charles III
P11-15 What’s On P18-27 Coronation celebrations
The Coronation Concert had a focus on climate change and the urgent need to help heal our environment, something that King Charles has been campaigning for, for over fifty years - here’s to that. God Save the King!
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
P31 June gardening tips
P34-35 Health & Wellbeing
P37 Recognition for Molton Monthly
P38-39 Farm Life - forest schools
P43 Local election results
P47 Otter award from PM
P50-55 Community News
P60-61 Schools and Learning
P62 Index of Advertisers
P63 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, 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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Our cover photo by Martin Pailthorpe shows villagers truly putting the ‘King into Kings Nympton’ with their very own Horse Guards parade outside The Grove Inn!
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Exmoor’s northern lights
by Louise May
On St. George’s Day a rare astral spectacle adorned the night skies over North Devon and Exmoor, and Louise May was one of those lucky enough to see it and record this special moment for our photo of the month.
“Seeing the Aurora has long been a dream of mine, but I never imagined that I would see it with my own eyes, right here on our beautiful Exmoor. The Northern Lights are quite pale to the naked eye and often can only be seen by the camera, but at times we could see the pillars dance across the sky,” said Louise.
“I was amazed when I looked through the camera to see the stunning display of light and colour - and the Lyrid Meteor - an experience shared by my daughter and I that we’ll never forget.”
“I spend a lot of time on Exmoor and the surrounding areas capturing special connections between couples and the beautiful landscape, so to see this spectacle here and so close to home was incredible.”
You can see more of Louise May’s work on Facebook or Instagram @louisemayphoto or her website: louisem.co.uk
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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New woodland fit for a king
To mark the Coronation of King Charles III, a new woodland called ‘King’s Wood’ is being planted on Exmoor. It is being created at Simonsbath, where Charles and Camilla visited in the summer of 2019 to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the UK’s national parks.
“It has been a pleasure to visit the site of King’s Wood and hear about the variety of species to be planted there,” said Somerset Deputy Lieutenant and this year’s High Sheriff, Robert Drewett.
“It is a fitting tribute for the coronation, and very much in keeping with His Majesty the King’s passion for the natural world.”
It is the second major new woodland being created by Exmoor National Park in a bid to help tackle climate change. 13,000 native trees have been planted at Bye Wood, thanks to members of the public, including Molton Monthly magazine, donating trees through the CareMore for Exmoor project.
Information on donating to King’s Wood here: exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/caremoor
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Photo by Nigel Childs
Left to right: Local farmer Ed Greenall, Exmoor National Park CEO Sarah Bryan, Senior Conservation Officer Graeme McVittie, Somerset Deputy Lieutenant Robert Drewett and inset, King Charles on his last visit to Exmoor in 2019
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What’s On - June 2023 pages 11 - 15
Please contact event organisers before attending, as details are subject to change
2nd - 10am Coffee morning for North Devon Hospice - SMART Swim Centre, South Molton (ends 11.30am)
2nd - 7.30pm Drama@ performs ‘Mixed Doubles’ at West Buckland Village Hall (tickets £8) 01769 574453
2nd - 8pm First Friday Jazz with the Eddie Kingdom Quintet and Guests at Swimbridge Jubilee Hall - entry £12, licensed bar: firstfridayjazz.co.uk (advert page 14)
3rd - 2pm Chawleigh Fair at the village playing field - entertainment, childrens activities, music (ends 10pm)
3rd & 4th - 10am South Molton Vintage Rally, Frankhill Farm, Rackenford (advert page 12)
3rd - 7pm Beer & Brains Quiz Night at Chittlehampton Village Hall (advert page 14)
4th - 10am Flea Market at South Molton Pannier Market
4th - 1pm Chulmleigh Open Gardens for North Devon Hospice - explore around 20 beautiful gardens, with cream teas and refreshments served in the town hall - tickets £7 - 01769 580019
6th - 7.30pm Whist Drive at Chittlehampton Village Hall (every Tuesday) - info 01769 540036
8th - 7pm North Molton Community Shop meeting at The Victory Hall (advert page 14)
9th - 7.30pm (doors open 6.45pm) Chulmleigh Rural Cinema presents ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ (15)tickets £5 or £4.50 members, refreshments available, screening at Chulmleigh Pavilion
12th - 7.30pm Bingo at Chittlehampton Village Hall - info 01769 540036
12th - 7.30pm Chulmleigh & District Garden Society, talk on ‘Grasses in the garden’ Chulmleigh Pavilion
11th - 10am Lyn Valley Classics, Lynton seafront - classic & supercars - info: lynvalleyclassic.co.uk
13th - 10am CommuniTEA- drop in service from One South Molton at the town library (ends 11.30am)
13th - 10am South Molton u3a coffee morning, Filleigh Village Hall Todd Gray ‘Barnstaple in the 1600s’
15th - 10.30am Parkinsons Café for sufferers & carers at South Molton Library: 01769 572380 (ends 12pm)
17th - 12pm Open Mic/Acoustic Sessions, Coaching Inn, South Molton: southmoltonacoustic@proton.me
17th - 7.30pm North Molton Community Shop fundraiser at the Sports & Social Club - BacktraX and raffle, contact Dave for more information: 07553 072074
18th - 10am Salvage Fair at South Molton Pannier Market
19th - 7pm Chulmleigh & District Garden Society - Summer Social BBQ at Chulmleigh Golf Course
30th - 7.30pm South Molton Keyboard & Light Music Club concert Matthew Bason, Methodist Church Hall
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In pictures - celebrating the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla
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Communities across North Devon and Exmoor came together to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla on Saturday, May 6th 2023.
Despite the mixed weather, events were held in towns and villages across the three day bank holiday weekend, from live screenings of the procession, ceremony and concert, to street parties, tree planting and volunteering.
A royal meeting
Some travelled from Devon to London to soak up the atmosphere. It proved to be a trip to remember for young Lara Crane from Chulmleigh (right), who had the surprise of a lifetime meeting ‘Princess Kate’.
Catherine, Princess of Wales took time to pose with Lara for a picture during a royal walkabout in Windsor ahead of the Coronation Concert on Sunday, May 7th.
Westminster Abbey
Among those from North Devon attending the Coronation at Westminster Abbey was West Buckland student Max Woosey BEM (above), who has raised more than £700,000 for North Devon Hospice.
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Snapshots from Coronation day - a group of friends from Chulmleigh (right), the palace to see the King & Queen in their state carriage and waving on the balcony.
Royal smiles in the rain - clockwise Susan Kivell (orange jacket), Susie Catling, Lucy Kivell, Agnes Catling, Kate Crane (gold crown) and Lara Crane (red crown).
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As part of The Big Lunch on Sunday, May 7th, North Molton’s oldest and youngest residents came together at the street party to cut a stunning Coronation cake baked by Anne Samuel, featuring a crown and all the flags of the Commonwealth countries. Events over the weekend raised £700, which will be split between The Prince’s Trust & The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme.
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North Molton
Left, Anne Samuel’s amazing creation, and above, the weather stayed fine for the bring and share lunch - photos by Ellie Jenkins.
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Above, baker Anne Samuel with the cake she made - photo by Nicola Loxdale.
Right, North Molton’s oldest resident Gladys Barrow, 93, cuts Anne Samuel’s Coronation cake with the youngest villager Tommy Marley-Smith, aged just 8 weeks - photo by Ellie Jenkins.
Kings Nympton
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Putting the King in Kings Nympton! They had their own ‘Horse Guards’ parade through the village ending outside The Grove Inn - photo above left by Martin Pailthorpe. Villager Judy McGuire riding Lily, all dressed up in royal regalia - photo above right by husband Mike Brenard.
The people of Kings Nympton gathered to raise a glass in a ‘Loyal Toast’ to the King on Coronation day. There was also a lunch celebration in the village hall and a special service on Sunday, May 7th in the ancient St James Church - photo by Martin Pailthorpe
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Inset, children from the preschool at Kings Nympton Primary School held a crown making day
South Molton
Residents and staff at Abbeyfield Duffield enjoyed a ‘royal sing-song’ and an indoor barbecue on May 4th (above) to mark the Coronation. South Molton businesses decorated their windows and special events were held around the pannier market (right).
West Buckland
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A prosecco cream tea in West Buckland Village Hall was just one of the community’s gatherings over the bank holiday weekend.
Above, the Rotary shop window and stilt walkers at the Pannier Market
A service of celebration was held at St Mary Magdalene Church in South Molton on Sunday, May 7th. Lady Arran, of Castle Hill estate Filleigh, attended the Coronation the day before and read a message from Buckingham Palace to the congregation. Here, the Countess of Arran (pictured right) is seen shaking hands with South Molton Mayor Stephen Lock, with his wife Christine and Councillor David Worden looking on - photo & insets left by Karolina Andreasova
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Chittlehampton
Sunday, May 7th saw a well-attended street party in Chittlehampton, featuring entertainment and Sam Dowden performing at The Bell Inn, followed by a volunteer tidy-up in St Hieritha’s churchyard on the bank holiday Monday - photo (left) by Lucy Seathertone.
Chulmleigh
Right, the community gathered for a popular bring and share lunch, pictured from Chulmleigh Town Hall and inset, the winners of the best Orb and Sceptrephotos by Di Sweeney.
Raising a glass of bubbly to King Charles III in George Nympton. Royal celebrations and events also took place in Bishops Nympton, Chawleigh and Chittlehamholt.
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George Nympton
Photo courtesy Trudy Herniman
Umberleigh - tree fit for a king
Schoolchildren at Umberleigh Academy (below) planted a flowering cherry tree to mark the Coronation of King Charles III.
Around 100 parishioners enjoyed a bring and share cream tea at Filleigh Village Hall on Sunday, May 7th. The next day saw a ‘Big Help Out’ gathering and BBQ at the hall.
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Filleigh
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Jobs to do in June
1. Deadhead early annuals, perennials, and repeat-blooming roses regularly to encourage more flowers.
2. Cut back early-flowering herbaceous perennial, such as Pulmonaria and oriental poppies, if they are looking tired. This will encourage a second flush of flowers.
3. Shrubs which have flowered in the spring on the previous year’s growth, such as Weigela and Exochorda, should be pruned now.
4. Tender plants started off indoors, such as aubergines, courgettes, squashes and tomatoes can be hardened off and planted out this month.
5. Remove strawberry runners during the early part of summer, to avoid energy being diverted from developing fruit.
At the nursery this month we can finally relax, all the potting is done and all the hanging baskets made. We still have lots of bedding, patio and hanging basket plants left if you haven’t done your planting yet.
Until next month, Jenny Howells
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National recognition for Molton Monthly
At the awards ceremony at the House of Lords on May 17th - Peter Robinson, Selaine
Molton Monthly finished in the top seven Rural Enterprise businesses at the national Countryside Alliance Awards, out of 15,000 nominations across England, Scotland and Wales. The magazine has been awarded the title South West Rural Enterprise Champion 2023.
North Devon MP Selaine Saxby said, “The high standards and dedicated efforts of Molton Monthly have been recognised with this well deserved ‘Rural Oscar’. Thank you for providing such outstanding service and being part of the North Devon journalism sector for many years.”
Publisher Peter Robinson said, “I would like to dedicate this prestigious award to our loyal readers, fantastic advertisers & contributors, and my amazing delivery team.”
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Saxby MP and Bianca Robinson
Farm Life - forest schools
by Roger Hill
What a celebration the Coronation turned out to be (see photos starting on page 18)! I was impressed with ‘The Big Help Out’ supporting charities on a wet bank holiday Monday.
It reminded me of our visits to see the important work of Forest School projects. We represent a local charity which encourages horticultural education in primary schools. I am amazed at the enthusiasm and commitment of volunteers who help young children learn about the food cycle.
We as trustees provide funds to buy tools, wheelbarrows, gloves etc (photo opposite), plus seeds, compost, plants and fruit trees. The result is that the children are shown how to sow crops and tend to them through the season. They then learn to harvest, prepare, cook and most importantly taste the fruits of their labours.
One of the volunteers did relate the story of apple pressing with the juice coming out as a brown liquid. ‘Yuk’ was the cry from the children... until they tasted and loved the flavour! We feel it is so important for children to learn about food production and preparation, albeit on a small scale.
Hopefully they will become the next generation of growers, chefs and consumers. ‘Til next time, Roger #TuppertheTractor (website: quoit-at-cross.co.uk)
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Tools of the trade for the forest school
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2023 local election results
The Liberal Democrats retained control of North Devon Council in the elections held on May 4th, with the local results published in the tables on this page. Town & Parish Council elections were all uncontested in North Molton, South Molton, Chulmleigh, Chittlehampton, East and West Buckland, Bishops Nympton, Atherington, Brayford, Burrington, Chittlehamholt, Filleigh, George Nympton, Knowstone, Landkey, Queens Nympton, Rackenford, Romansleigh, Rose Ash, Swimbridge and Witheridge.
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Otterly marvellous award!
Dave Webb, the founder of the North Devon based UK Wild Otter Trust, has received a national ‘Points of Light’ award from the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
He was presented with a certificate in May by local MP Selaine Saxby (pictured right).
Mr Sunak said, “I want to thank you for your pioneering work over the last four decades protecting wild otters across our country.”
“The UK Wild Otter Trust has become one of the most respected conservation organisations in Britain,” added the Prime Minister. Dave has also recently received awards for the Most Dedicated Otter Conservation Trust 2023 Western Europe, and Best Specialist Otter Conservation Trust 2023.
Points of Light awards are given to outstanding individual volunteers - people who are making a change in their community. Find out more about the charity here: ukwildottertrust.org
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Community News pages 50 - 55
South Molton school’s pupils banned from shop over shoplifting allegations
The Spar Shop has banned all South Molton Community College students from going into the town centre store, following the alleged theft of stock running into “tens of thousands of pounds.”
Devon & Cornwall Police are working with the school’s management team and the business to tackle the issue. It’s reported that other shops in the town have also been affected. In a letter to parents, the school said, “We place heavy emphasis on community values with our students when at school, and we would ask that you reinforce this at home if you feel your child/children may be involved in some way.”
The letter states that it is, “a small minority of pupils tarnishing the reputation of other students and the school.”
“Spar may be looking to prosecute offenders as their loss of stock is now in the tens of thousands of pounds, and some of their staff have also been subjected to abuse by students when suspected shoplifters have been challenged.”
“We want to divert students away from actions which are causing great distress in the community, their community, and ensure that they make the right choice and not get involved in actions that may adversely impact on their future life chances.”
South Molton Community College says it is also taking steps to combat reports of bullying at the school, after concerned parents set up an anti-bullying Facebook page which now has 56 members.
One alleged incident is being investigated by police who said, “Devon and Cornwall Police are aware of allegations of bullying linked to pupils from South Molton Community College, and our enquiries continue.”
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Roads flood in heavy rain
Heavy rain at the beginning of May left several local roads flooded, with the Kings Nympton, Umberleigh and Chulmleigh areas reported to be the worst affected.
It peaked on May 9th, leaving the A377 barely passable near the Portsmouth Arms, also the B3226 from South Molton, and the road from Kings Nympton to Head Bridge towards the railway station (right).
Despite a wet April and start to May, the area remains officially in drought after last year’s exceptional dry spell and South West Water says the hosepipe ban remains in force across most of North Devon.
Weather forecasters say more than 3 inches of rain fell in the first few days of May, 137% of the normal average for the whole month.
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Kings Nympton - photo courtesy Fiona Triplow
‘100k’ Swimbridge drugs raid
Two men from Bideford were arrested when police discovered a large suspected cannabis farm at a property in Swimbridge.
Officers from Devon & Cornwall Police seized production equipment and suspected cannabis plants with an estimated value of £100,000 in a raid carried out on April 27th.
Police say a man in his 70s was arrested on suspicion of producing a Class B drug, and a second man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of cultivating a Class B drug. Both men are from Bideford and have been released on bail until June 8th pending further enquiries.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police online or by telephone on 101, quoting reference 50230127302.
Alternatively, if you can assist police with this or any other suspected crime, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or the charity’s website: crimestoppers-org.uk
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A361 crash - drug arrest
A 27-year-old man from South Molton was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving, and driving while under the influence of drugs, following a collision on the link road which left a motorcyclist with “life threatening” injuries.
The A361 was closed for more than seven hours on Sunday, May 14th. Officers were called to reports of a road traffic collision involving a blue Renault Traffic van, a white Nissan Qashqai and a red Honda motorcycle at around 12.55pm on the A361 at Rackenford. As a result of the collision, the motorcycle rider, a man in his 40s, suffered life-threatening injuries and was airlifted to Derriford Hospital.
If you witnessed the incident or have any information or dashcam footage that could help with enquiries, please contact police via their website or call 101 quoting reference number: 50230141536. The man arrested has been released on bail until August 11th.
Show goes on
The performance of ‘Mixed Doubles’ by Drama@, which was cancelled in March due to a power cut, will go ahead on June 2nd at West Buckland Village Hall. Tickets (£8) can be obtained by phoning 01769 574453.
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Give bowls a try
South Molton Bowling Club are offering an opportunity to any interested ‘non-bowlers’ to join them and try out the game - free!
Every Monday evening in May and June (6.30pm start), one of their qualified coaches will give free lessons, introducing you to the game in a friendly environment, allowing time to see if you would like to play regularly.
All equipment will be provided, you just need to wear flat soled shoes. The club says bowls is a game suitable for any age or gender, and is a great way of improving your flexibility, enjoying fresh air and good company (photo above right).
For more information call Pam Parkhouse on 07866 147055 or visit their website: southmoltonbc.co.uk
Chulmleigh open gardens
You can explore around 20 beautiful gardens in and around Chulmleigh, with cream teas and refreshments served in the town hall on Sunday, June 4th from 1pm.
Tickets (£7) available on the day in the town hall or in advance from Claire Withers 01769 580019, or see Chulmleigh Open Gardens on Facebook. All proceeds to North Devon Hospice and St Mary Magdalene Church.
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Chittlehampton hall upgrade
Following consultations with the community, a planning application has been submitted for the refurbishment of Chittlehampton’s ageing village hall.
The hall committee says work will be carried out in phases as grants and fundraising allow, adding, “When complete, it will bring this 70 year old hall up to modern standards - it will be a community facility for the village to be proud of.”
The plans include a new roof, toilet extension, external cladding to improve insulation and weatherproofing, alterations to the internal layout, stairs to a loft area, a refurbished kitchen and the installation of doors from the main room to access a new veranda and patio - to make the most of the hall lawns and the views across the valley.
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Barton Architects have been appointed
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Molton Monthly local business directory
Agricultural Services
Bobcat Hire p39
Jack Croft Contractors p38
Andrew Symons front cover
SJC Engineering p30
Tarka Trax p30
Appliance Repairs
Don Bailey p59
Architects
David Rice Architectural p18
Astronomy
Poltimore Inn Observatory p47
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 p39
Charity collections
The Furniture Store p57
Cleaning
Oven Wizards p48
Clothing & Embroidery
Heather Everitt Embroidery p24
Computing/Internet/Websites
CBM p40
PC Geek p52
Decorating Plastering Tiling
CRD Decorating p37
Highland Artexing p41
DIY & Building Materials
Nick Ager Haulage p56
RGB P20
Electricians
Chris Thorne p49
T. W. Electrical p53
Engineering
Hotworks Engineering p36
Estate Agents
Michael Adey Property p29
Falconry
North Devon Hawk Walks p54
Financial Services
Carter Dawes p4
Lendology CIC p28
Philip Milton p59
Partners& p32/33
The Mortgage Shop p28
Flooring
Homechoose Carpets p40
Food & Drink
Avo Craft Café p21
The Cheese Larder p26
Fuel Supplies
Winson Fuels p59
Funeral Services
H N Blackmore & Sons p44
Friendship & Sons p58
Furniture
The Furniture Store p57
Garage Services
Custom Valets p55
Motorworks p2
TGB Automotive p56
TGB Car Keys p49
Gardens & Landscaping
Andrew Symons front cover
Ash Moor Nursery p31
Bigfoot Gardening p27
Darren White p30
Four Seasons p30
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SJC Engineering p30
Tarka Trax Ltd p30
Graphic Design
Jamaica Press p27
Haulage & Transport
Nick Ager Haulage p56
Health, Wellbeing and Medical
Aroma Relax p23
Ear Wax Nurse p35
Slimming World p15
South Molton Medical Centre p35
Step Ahead p34
Home Maintenance & Improvements
24/7 Drain Solutions p25
Care4Bathrooms p50
CRD Decorating p37
Dream Doors North Devon p57
Darren Smallbone p41
Finishing Touches p51
Kitchen Exchange p55
Living Needs Home Solutions p45
J. Penfold Tarmac & Paving p36
RGB p20
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Stove Centre p48
Variety Building & Landscapes p58
Wedgewood Buildings p39
Insurance Services
Partners& p32/33
Library
South Molton Library p11
Locksmiths
Darren Smallbone p41 Medical
South Molton Medical Centre p35
Metalwork
Industrial Coating Supplies p40
Music
A Side to B Side Records p37
First Friday Jazz p14
Tony Francis singer p14
Opticians
Atlantic Home Eyecare p34
South Molton Eyecare p22
Plumbing & Heating
Jad Mottram p45
Mark Berry p42
MS Plumbing p40
Printing
Jamaica Press p27
Property (also see Estate Agents)
Gibbs Property Management p53
Lendology CIC p28
Michael Adey Property p29
The Mortgage Shop p28
Pubs & Restaurants
Bell Inn p10
Exeter Inn p5
Exmoor Riverside p16
Grove Inn p9
Mitre Inn p46
Poltimore Inn p47
Quince Honey Farm p13
Red Lion p46
Royal Oak p17
Schools & Learning
Filleigh Community Primary School p61
Kings Nympton School p61
North Molton School p60
West Buckland School p60
School Uniforms
Heather Everitt Embroidery p24
Sports
AST Swimschool p15
SMART Swim Centre South Molton p19
Storage
Snell Self Storage p8
Ucanstore p41
Telephone Engineers
CBM p40
Tourism
Exmoor Riverside camping p16
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 p43
Venue Hire
Filleigh Village Hall p15
Windows
ATA Windows back cover
Darren Smallbone p41
Exmoor Fascias p41
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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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