Molton Monthly June 2024

Your community news and business advertising magazine est. 2007

June 2024

The bee’s knees - family celebrates honey farm’s 75th anniversary

D-Day 80 - Eisenhower ‘plans invasion’ on Exmoor; South Molton drug tragedy and more PLUS inside...

Molton Monthly - June 2024

Welcome to the June edition of Molton Monthly. You might notice that the magazine is printed on different paper this month. Rest assured that as part of my commitment to sustainability, it is still fully recyclable, carbon neutral and printed using solar energy just 60 miles away.

On the front cover, Quince Honey Farm has reached its 75th anniversary. It’s an amazing milestone for the Wallace family (photo by Karolina Andreasova), and let’s hear it for the bees! They are essential to life on earth.

It is 80 years since the D-Day landings, and on June 6th there will be special events in South Molton town centre. The town band will be performing, bunting will decorate The Square, look out for ‘unknown soldier’ statues and WW2 vehicles.

As we approach Midsummer Day on June 21st, there is a packed what’s on section including of course the annual South Molton Vintage Rally. Let’s hope for great weather!

At the time of going to print, Devon County Show is getting underway and we’ll have a report and photos next month.

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

What’s Inside - June

P6-7

Photo of the month

P8 Crime cash helps communities

P11-16 What’s On

P18 Local man dies in drug incident

P22-23 D-Day 80 - Eisenhower’s key visit

P26-29

Quince Honey Farm is 75

P31 June gardening tips

P34-36 Health & Wellbeing

P38-39

Farm Life - honey bee heaven

P43 Call for new volunteers

P47

Toads & bees in the garden

P50-52 Community News

P61 Schools and Learning

P62 Index of Advertisers

P63 Local Information

Molton Monthly magazine is printed on recyclable, 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.

Hop to it - spring is here!

by Karolina Andreasova

We are lucky to be surrounded by all manner of creatures, great and small, across the beautiful landscape of North Devon and Exmoor. For our photo of the month, regular contributor Karolina Andreasova captured this charming common frog - Rana temporaria - emerging into the spring sunshine for the first time.

Karolina said, “We cleaned our pond of some debris and almost immediately spotted the curious face of a common frog, looking very pretty, and ‘dressed’ for the spring wearing a fashionable duckweed hat!”

Karolina is an award winning artist and photographer, documenting the local area for the past seven years, you can see more of her work online: karolinaandreasova.com

Whether it’s wildlife like this, rural life, a landscape or seascape, nature, special events, sports, 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

‘Crime cash’ helps local community groups

A North Devon charity which helps bereaved children and their families has received vital financial support from a ‘Proceeds of Crime Community Fund’ donation.

Families in Grief will use the £2,380 donation to produce a children’s illustrated book, along with a special pack for teachers.

Inspector Andy Wills explained, “Families in Grief are a wonderful, small charity supporting bereaved children, young people and families in North Devon.”

“Grief is not a mental illness but if not supported by those surrounding the bereaved person, it can result in long term difficulties especially for young people.”

The funding is available due to cash and assets being seized and confiscated by the courts from convicted criminals. A variety of local groups and people of all ages have benefitted from community fund donations.

Naomi Jefferies from Families in Grief added, “This funding is very welcome and we would like to thank the local police for their contribution. It will be put to very good use by supporting bereaved children in all primary schools across North Devon.”

It’s hoped the book and support programmes will be ready by September.

South Molton & District Volunteer Bureau received a donation to supply bike marking kits to help cyclists combat thieves, and Skate Molton was awarded funding to provide equipment and upgrades for the South Molton’s skate park.

Inspector Andy Wills presents the cheque to Families in Grief CEO Naomi Jefferies

What’s On - June 2024 pages 11 - 16

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

From May to June 29th - 10th annual Simonsbath Festival 2024: simonsbathfestival.org.uk

1st & 2nd - 10am South Molton Vintage Rally at Frankhill Farm, Rackenford (advert page 12)

1st - 10am Coffee morning at South Molton Parish Church

1st - 2pm Chawleigh Fair - music, children’s activities and more at the village playing field (ends 10pm)

1st - 2pm to 5pm Coffee, cakes, books & jigsaw sale for Chittlehampton Twinning; Umberleigh Village Hall

2nd - 10am Flea Market at South Molton Pannier Market (ends 3pm)

2nd - 10.30am Woodland Working Parties at South Molton Community Woodland (ends 12.30pm)

2nd - 11am Fun Day and Charity Dog Show at Castle Hill Estate, Filleigh: castlehilldevon.co.uk

4th - 7.30pm Whist Drive at Chittlehampton Methodist Rooms (for village hall) - info 01769 540036

5th - 10am Coffee Morning for North Devon Hospice at SMART Swim Centre, Mill Street (ends 11.30am)

6th - D-Day 80 - events around The Square, South Molton with the town band, sculptures and decorations

6th - 12pm Concert with Deborah and Tom Bayliss at South Molton Parish Church

7th - 8pm First Friday Jazz presents the Neil Maya Quartet at Swimbridge Jubilee Hall (advert p14)

8th - 12pm Winkleigh Car Show, Airfield Garage: airfieldgarage.com/buy-tickets.html

9th - 10am Lyn Valley Classic Day - 400+ supercars, classic cars and bikes: lynvalleyclassic.co.uk

9th - 10am Charity coffee morning, cake & bric-a-brac sale at Umberleigh Village Hall (ends 12.30pm)

9th - 1pm Chulmleigh Open Gardens raising funds for North Devon Hospice (advert page 16)

9th - 2pm Friends of South Molton Parish Church open garden at Furzebray Carp Farm: 01769 573558

10th - 7.30pm Carnivorous Plants talk by Dennis Baldon at Chulmleigh Town Hall; dianaM@farmline.com

11th - 10am South Molton u3a coffee morning; ‘Fire Service Home Safety talk’ at Filleigh Village Hall

11th - 7.30pm Whist Drive at The Coaching Inn, South Molton (for Chittlehampton VH) - 01769 540036

12th - 6pm Bell ringing competition, raffle & refreshments at St Michael’s Church, East Buckland (see p51) 13th - 7.30pm Bingo for Chittlehampton VH at Umberleigh Village Hall - 01769 540036

14th - 7.30pm (doors open 6.45pm) Chulmleigh Rural Cinema presents ‘Poor Things’ (18A) - tickets £5 or £4.50 members, refreshments available, screening at Chulmleigh Pavilion

15th - 10am South Molton Repair Cafe at the YMCA in Mill Street (advert page 14) 15th - 12pm Open Mic/Acoustic Sessions, Coaching Inn, South Molton: southmoltonacoustic.co.uk 16th - 9am Salvage Fair at South Molton Pannier Market (ends 2pm)

17th - 7pm South Molton Sisters W.I. monthly meeting at the YMCA - fun, tea and nibbles (ends 9pm) 18th - 10.30am Parkinsons Café for sufferers & carers at South Molton Library: 01769 572380 (ends 12pm) 18th - 6.30pm Exmoor National Park Forum, Exmoor House, Dulverton (ends 8.30pm)

18th - 7.30pm Whist Drive at Chittlehampton Methodist Rooms (for village hall) - 01769 540036

22nd - 12pm Withyfest at St John’s Fair, Witheridge Parish Hall (ends 10pm): withyfest.co.uk

22nd - 7pm for 7.30pm Sherry’s Midsummer Madness Quiz Night - part of the centenary celebrations at North Molton Victory Hall. Raffle & lite bites. £7.50pp, teams of 4-6, ByoB. Contact Michelle: 07825 005291

25th - 3.30pm Volunteer recruiting event at South Molton Assembly Rooms (advert page 16)

25th - 7.30pm Whist Drive at Chittlehampton Methodist Rooms (for village hall) - 01769 540036

28th - 7.30pm South Molton Keyboard & Light Music Club with Dave Lashbrook - Methodist Church Hall

29th - 2pm Cream Tea for North Devon Hospice (Wimbledon theme) North Molton Victory Hall (ends 4pm) 29th & 30th - 11am Open gardens for SM Town Band at Newlands Farm, Chittlehamholt; 07815 826166 29th & 30th - Real Ale & Cider Festival at The Grove Inn, King’s Nympton (advert page 9)

30th - 10am Festival of Food & Drink at South Molton Pannier Market (ends 3pm)

30th - 11.45am Summer Santa Cruise for Children’s Hospice South West; 1 hr stop at Quince Honey Farm Bishops Nympton Parish Hall - advert page 14; Filleigh & Heasley Mill Village Halls - adverts page 60 South Molton Library - events advert page 16 Pop-up Police Station 10am-12pm 3rd Chulmleigh Town Hall; 9am-1pm 6th South Molton Pannier Market

CommuniTEA - 10am-12pm Fridays until June 21st; One South Molton drop-in service at the library Create ‘n’ Chat Group 2pm-4pm South Molton Church Hall, Duke Street 11th & 25th - info; 01769 574187

Scrapstore YMCA South Molton Drop-in Craft Sessions; 10am-1pm 14th & 28th; £2 donation requested South Molton Sisters W.I Craft & Natter Amory Centre garden room 10.30am-12.30pm; 1st-5th-15th-19th

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South Molton man dies in major drugs incident

Heroin users in North Devon are being urged to take advantage of free test kits that could save their lives. It follows a major incident that left two dead, including a man from South Molton, and several others hospitalised after taking what was described as an “unusually strong” batch of the drug.

Tests carried out by scientists have now shown that it contained Nitazenes, a banned synthetic opioid that can be up to 500 times stronger than heroin. Detectives have made five arrests.

Alison Hernandez, recently re-elected Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon & Cornwall said, “My thoughts are with the families of those who have lost their lives in this incident, and I would like thank the North Devon policing team whose prompt action may have saved others.”

“This is a reminder to us all that no illegal drug is safe. This is why we must keep relentless pressure on those who seek to bring them to our region.”

Emergency services declared major incident on Friday, April 26th as drug users were hospitalised in increasing numbers. A man in his 40s from South Molton was one of ten admitted to hospital in Barnstaple. He died late Saturday night despite attempts to save him. North and West Devon police commander Superintendent Toby Davies said, “We believe there is no wider threat to the community and that the substance found was quickly contained.”

Officers are continuing their investigations into the deaths. “Health partners are working with local drug users in a bid to safeguard them as much as possible, but we would continue to urge extreme caution.”

Jon Findlay, from drug recovery charity Humankind, has been offering local drug users test kits which can show if heroin is contaminated, “The kits can save lives, but we also offer advice such as don’t use drugs alone, test doses and use smaller amounts.”

If you need help, you can call Together Devon on 0800 233 5444, or go online: edp.org.uk/together/

Invasion ‘planned’ on Exmoor

80 years ago on Tuesday, June 6th 1944 the D-Day landings got underway that would eventually lead to the end of World War II.

North Devon and Exmoor played a major part in this pivotal operation, with thousands of troops billeted across the area and taking part in intensive training on the coast at Saunton and Woolacombe for the perilous assault on Nazi occupied France.

A week before the landings a train pulled in to Dulverton station with a very important passenger onboard - General Dwight Eisenhower (right), the supreme allied commander in World War II.

Historians believe he fine tuned the invasion plans during his stay at The Royal Oak pub in Withypool, and even took time out to go horse riding on Exmoor.

In November 1944, as forces continued the bitter fight to liberate Europe, his staff sent a letter and signed photo to pub, the General saying he “enjoyed his time at Withypool” and “I look forward to the time when my wife and I can once again visit you.”

Local military historian Mike Western says, “During 1944, before the invasion of Europe, not only was North Devon a key training area for the US Army, but so was Exmoor which was also saturated with American troops.”

Dulverton, on the Taunton to Barnstaple railway line would receive 15 troop trains a day, with 1,000 mainly US soldiers at a time.

Arthur Saunders, the station master, and his team at Dulverton had grown used to receiving these trains and were adept at dealing with the chaos that ensued.

But even they were surprised when, a week before D-Day, General Eisenhower stepped out of his special carriage, shook Arthur’s hand and said, “I’m very pleased to be here, and would like to stay a few days.” His visit wasn’t reported until the 1950s due to wartime publishing restrictions, but when it eventually made the newspapers, the man who had then become the 34th President of the United States said, “I very much enjoyed my few days on Exmoor and I wish there had been more.” All images courtesy The Royal Oak, Withypool: royaloakwithypool.co.uk

Eisenhower (centre) rode to Winsford, Withypool and Dulverton

The bee’s knees - Quince Honey Farm celebrates 75 years

Established in 1949 by George Wallace, a fiery Scotsman who settled in North Devon after being demobbed into beekeeping following World War II, he had just two hives of bees in his garden at Quince Cottage, Rose Ash

George named his new enterprise Quince Honey Farm. Three relocations later, it is still owned by the Wallace family today, and is now a multi award-winning tourist attraction in South Molton.

Owner Ian Wallace said, “We are so proud to still be here running the family business in our rural North Devon community.”

“Over these 75 years the farm has changed and grown, but family and community have remained at its heart.”

On the road to a new adventure - George and Kate Wallace around the time Quince Honey Farm started

“Give it a few more years and the fourth generation of the Wallace family could well be running the show!” added Ian.

Quince Honey Farm was passed on to Paddy, George’s son and his wife Jean, and now to their son Ian, George’s grandson.

Ian told Molton Monthly, “Our aim is to blow people’s minds with the wonder of bees, and inspire them to take what they have learned away with them.” Continued on page 28

The current Quince Honey Farm family, left to right, Darwin, Alice Lloyd, Ian Wallace, Paddy Wallace, Jean Wallace and Rex - photo by Karolina Andreasova

Founder George Wallace started with just two beehives in 1949 - now there are 1,500 hives!

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Opened in April 2019, Quince Honey Farm is now a multi award-winning tourist attraction

1959 - the farm moved to the Old School House in East Street, South Molton

1978

the business expanded again, moving to the old workhouse on North Road, South Molton

Alongside the demonstrations and education areas, ‘nectar gardens’ have been designed and planted around the site specifically for bees, other pollinators and the local wildlife.

“It’s so gratifying to hear feedback from people who have discovered a new love for watching the bees buzz around, and now actively encourage them into their own gardens,” said Ian Wallace.

A special open day was held was held on Monday, April 22nd to celebrate the 75th anniversary.

Quince Honey Farm is now open all year round and offers a unique day out for all ages to go along and learn about honeybees, their honey and the journey from flower to jar (see advert page 13). quincehoneyfarm.co.uk

Jobs to do in June

1. Position your summer hanging baskets and pots outside and finish planting out bedding now that the risk of frost has passed.

2. Clip evergreen hedges such as privet, box and Lonicera. Cut back tender shrubs such as Penstemon, Caryopteris and hardy Fuchsias.

3. Remove side shoots from tomato plants, every time you water. Remove shoots sprouting just above each leaf, from the joint between the leaf and the stem.

4. Cut back dead bulb foliage. It is important to wait until the foliage dies down naturally, as cutting back too early can lead to blindness next year.

5. From June, tadpoles will change into young frogs and toads, and will start to emerge from the pond. Help them by keeping the water topped up (ideally with rainwater) and provide some cover from predators at the water’s edge.

At the nursery the hard work is over for this season, all the potting has been done and the baskets have been made.

We will continue to have plenty of hanging basket and bedding plants available throughout June.

Until next month, Jenny Howells

June Opening Times

Monday – Saturday 9-5 Sunday 10-4

Farm Life - honey bee heaven

by Roger Hill

Our Apis mellifera have moved location. They are still in their same hives, but have more shelter than before (see photo opposite). We are at 900 feet and catch a lot of wind. Hopefully they will now stay warmer. They seem to have settled and it will be interesting to see if our honey bees seek out different sources of food which then reflects in the honey.

Sometimes known as the western honey bee, it was one of the first domesticated insects. Hard working and very clever, they are so important to our very existence. Pollination is so vital to the cycle of nature and the countryside.

There are so many interesting facts about them but one stands out above the others. ‘The waggle dance’. A worker returning to the hive, having found a new food source, will dance on the vertical comb and communicate information regarding the distance, situation and direction.

Memories as a lad helping to extract the honey still resonate with me today, especially when I was allowed to lick my sticky fingers. Now I just enjoy honey - even on my cornflakes! The old saying was ‘a swarm in June was worth a silver spoon’, but I think bees are just priceless.

‘Til next time, Roger #TuppertheTractor (tupperthetractor.com)

Location, location, location - honey bee heaven!

Event aims to attract new volunteers in South Molton

NDVS and One South Molton are welcoming organisations and individuals along to an event which aims to boost volunteering in the town. It is taking place at South Molton Assembly Rooms on Tuesday, June 25th.

From 2.30 to 3.30pm, participants can enjoy networking opportunities and refreshments while setting up their stands. Then from 3.30 to 6.30pm, organisations will have the chance to showcase volunteer opportunities to members of the local community.

The organisers say it will provide a fresh platform for charity and community organisations to raise awareness about their work, and how individuals can contribute.

“Whether you’re interested in supporting the elderly, protecting the environment, or physical activity, there’s a volunteering opportunity for you!” said Emily Abbott, community development officer at South Molton Town Council.

See the advert on page 16 for more info

Community Garden news

by Rebecca Blackman

We were thankful to have a few gaps in the rain to start preparing some of the communal plots. It was lovely to see more people up at the garden again after a fairly quiet winter.

We’ve cleared away the weeds and tidied up the edges of the group plots. The mowing is, once again, a huge task but it’s all beginning to take shape. Our vegetable seeds are ready to go but we’re just waiting for the ground to warm up a bit before sowing begins.

Most of the red mason bees have hatched now. We’re hopeful they’ll nest in the bee hotel and lay their eggs for next year. We found one toad in a wood pile last month and now there are two huge toads (photo above by Karolina Andreasova). They are beautiful creatures and welcome to eat as many slugs as they like!

If you would like to join us, please visit the garden on a Thursday afternoon around 2pm, weather permitting. Alternatively, see our website for more information: southmoltoncommunitygarden.co.uk

Police plea following nine fatal crashes

Between April 1st and May 6th 2024 police attended 17 serious road collisions in the South West, which left nine people dead and a further nine suffering serious injuries.

Chief Inspector Simon Jenkinson of Devon & Cornwall Police roads policing team said, “Each one is a tragedy and will have been devastating for the family and friends of the people involved. I’m urging all motorists, living locally or visiting on holiday, to adjust their driving in accordance with the road conditions, stick to a safe speed and take extra time to look out for other road users.”

“The past few weeks have been truly tragic and the last thing our officers want to do is knock on any more doors to tell someone a loved one isn’t coming home.”

Officers are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision on the A361 at Batsworthy Cross near Rackenford, shortly before 12.46pm on Saturday, April 20th. It involved a silver VW Golf driven by a 20-year-old man from the Exeter area, and a Triumph motorcycle ridden by a 34-year-old man from the London area who died at the scene. Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dash cam/CCTV footage is asked to contact police quoting log number 357 of 20.04.2024.

Shop opening

It’s hoped that North Molton’s new community shop will open its doors for the first time in June.

The committee behind it say work is progressing well, with the lease due to be signed shortly and interviews taking place for the position of manager. New volunteer applications are welcome, and you can find regular updates on their Facebook page and website: northmoltonshop.com

Full steam ahead for rally

South Molton’s annual vintage rally will take place on June 1st and 2nd at Frankhill Farm, Rackenford - see the advert donated by Molton Monthly on page 12 for details.

Church hosts bell ringers

East Buckland’s historic St Michael’s Church has been chosen to host a bell ringing competition for the first time in many years.

12 teams will be taking part on Wednesday, June 12th from 6pm. There will be a raffle and refreshments, and everyone is welcome to attend.

Photo by Roger Cornfoot

Give bowls a try

South Molton Bowling Club is once again offering free trial sessions for people wanting to give the game a go.

The coaching sessions will take place each Wednesday evening throughout May and June, starting at 6.30pm. You can turn up at the club house on Mill Street and all equipment will be provided (just wear flat soled shoes). For more information you can call Pam Parkhouse on 07866 147055 or visit: southmoltonbc.co.uk

Boost for skate club

Permission has been granted by North Devon Council for the old North Devon Tyres building at 107 East Street to become an indoor skate park for the Skate Molton Community Interest Company. Noise and time restrictions will be implemented to aid nearby residents.

Advertising space

by Molton Monthly

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

Accountancy & bookkeeping

TaxAssist Accountants p53

Architects

David Rice Architectural p43

Building Services

Bobcat Hire p39

Dan Jury p46

Darren White p40

Hotworks Engineering p54

J. Penfold Tarmac & Paving p57

LS Building Services p60

Nick Ager Haulage p39

Phoenix Creative p52

Sheds4You - back cover

Variety Building p58

W S Bricklaying p50

Camping

South Ford Farm Camping p23

Care Services

The Firs Care Home p54

Charity collections

The Furniture Store p19

Cleaning

Oven Wizards p48

Clothing & Embroidery

Heather Everitt Embroidery p8

Portlantis Clothing p26

Computing/Internet/Websites

CBM p40

The PC Geek p57

Wildanet p53

Decorating Plastering Tiling

CRD Decorating p29

Highland Artexing p41

Phoenix Creative p52

Precision Painting p43

DIY & Building Materials

Nick Ager p39

RGB South Molton p27

Drainage Services

24/7 Drain Solutions p56

Electricians

Chris Thorne p49

T. W. Electrical p47

Theo Webster p55

Engineering

Hotworks Engineering p54

Estate Agents

Michael Adey Property p25

Tilia Homes p4

Webbers Propery Services p24

Falconry

North Devon Hawk Walks p20

Financial Services

Philip Milton p59

Partners& p32/33

TaxAssist Accountants p53

First Aid

SMART First Aid p21

Flooring

Homechoose Carpets p40

Food & Drink

The Cheese Larder p28

Fuel Supplies

Winson Fuels p52

Funeral Services

Friendship Funerals p58

H N Blackmore & Sons p44

Furniture & Furnishings

Finishing Touches p42

The Furniture Store p19

Garage Services

Custom Valets p28

DW Bodyworks p19

Motor Works p2

TGB Automotive p55

TGB Car Keys p49

Gardens & Landscaping

Andrew Symons front cover

Ash Moor Nursery p31

Bigfoot Gardening p47

BWA Gardening p28

Darren White p40

Garden Services p30

Four Seasons p30

Sheds4You - back cover

SJC Engineering p30

Tarka Trax Ltd p30

The New Leaf p22

Variety Landscaping p58

Graphic Design

Jamaica Press p7

Haulage & Transport

Nick Ager Haulage p39

Health & Wellbeing

Atlantic Home Eyecare p36

NB Acupuncture p34

Niamh Honey Osteopathy p34

North Devon Ear Clinic p35

South Molton Medical Centre p35

South Molton Eyecare p42

Step Ahead p36

Home Maintenance/Improvements

24/7 Drain Solutions p56

Ashgrove Kitchens p53

Care4Bathrooms p43

CRD Decorating p29

Dan Jury p46

David Rice Architectural p43

Dream Doors North Devon p56

Finishing Touches p42

Highland Artexing p41

Kitchen Exchange p45

Living Needs p45

J. Penfold Tarmac & Paving p57

LS Building Services p60

Phoenix Creative p52

Precision Painting p43

RGB South Molton p27

Sheds4You - back cover

Stove Centre p48

Variety Building & Landscapes p58

W S Bricklaying p50

Insurance Services

Partners& p32/33

Internet services

Wildanet p53

Jobs

South West Care Homes p54

Libraries

South Molton Library p16

Locksmiths

Darren Smallbone p41

Medical

South Molton Medical Centre p35

Metalwork

Industrial Coating Supplies p40

Music

A Side to B Side Records p7

First Friday Jazz p14

North Devon Theatres p15

Opticians

Atlantic Home Eyecare p36

South Molton Eyecare p42

Osteopaths

Niamh Honey Osteopathy p34

Pets

Doggy Play Barn p18

The Retreat Canine Rehab p47

Plants

Ash Moor Nursery p31

The New Leaf p22

Plumbing & Heating

Mark Berry p37

MS Plumbing p59

Printing

Jamaica Press p7

Property (also see Estate Agents)

Michael Adey Property p25

Tilia Homes p4

Webbers Property Services p24

Pubs & Restaurants

Bell Inn p10

Exmoor Riverside p17

Grove Inn p9

Mitre Inn p51

Poltimore Inn p20

Quince Honey Farm p13

Schools & Learning

Kings Nympton School p61

South Molton Library p16

South Molton Primary p61

School Uniforms

Heather Everitt Embroidery p8

Social

Bishops Nympton Hall p14

Filleigh Village Hall p60

First Friday Jazz p14

Heasley Mil Hall p60

North Devon Theatres p15

Repair Café p14

South Molton Library p16

Vintage Rally SMVRC p12

Sports

Aquarius Swim School p21

Badminton Filleigh p60

SMART Swim Centre p5

Storage

Chulmleigh Storage p26

Snell Self Storage p50

Ucanstore p41

Telephone Engineers

CBM p40

Theatres

North Devon Theatres p15

Tool Hire

Forent Tool Hire p29

Tourism

Exmoor Riverside camping p17

North Devon Hawk Walks p20

North Devon Theatres p15

South Ford Farm Camping p23

Vintage Rally SMVRC p12

Quince Honey Farm page 13

Training

SMART First Aid p21

RE Training p44

TV Services

CBM p40

Vehicle Hire

Forent Van Hire p29

Venue Hire

Bishops Nympton Hall p14

Filleigh Village Hall p60

Heasley Mill Hall p60

Veterinary Services

The Retreat Canine Rehab p47

Web Design

The PC Geek p57

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)

NHS Dental Helpline 03330 063 300

North Devon District Hospital 01271 322577

South Molton Community Hospital 01769 572164

Churches

Parish Church - St Mary Magdalene 01769 572079 (missioncommunity.weebly.com)

Catholic Church of St Joseph 01271 343312

Community of Our Lady & St. Benedict 07851 187335

Baptist Church 01769 574365

Gospel Hall 01769 572908

South Molton Methodist Church 01769 571907

One Way Community Church 01769 572786 Quakers 01271 344203

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Rotary Club of South Molton 01769 574109

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