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January 2026 Riding through the ‘snow’ Santas bring smiles for miles!
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South Molton Grand Prix; Christmas lights photos; Fabulous Fatstock Show; New Year gardening tips; what’s on & much more!
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Molton Monthly Magazine - January 2026 Welcome to the January edition of Molton Monthly Magazine - happy new year! 2026 marks 10 years since I took over running Molton Monthly Magazine, and 19 years since it was first published - how times flies. We start this year by welcoming several new advertisers and adding the village of Rose Ash to our expanding delivery rounds. You might not think it given our weather for the last three months or so, but the Exeter based Met Office says 2025 was the UK’s sunniest on record! Our first cover photo of the year, by regular contributor Karolina Andreasova, is of the heartwarming ‘Santas on Bikes’ event. Not only has it raised thousands for the children’s hospice, it brings moments of much needed happiness to the youngsters being cared for with life limiting illnesses - maximum respect to all those involved. Also this month, there’s news of a Grand Prix cycle race coming to the area, plus pictures from many of the festive events. Peter Robinson, Editor & publisher
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What’s Inside - January P6-7 P8 P11-15 P16-17 P20-21
Photo of the month South Molton cycling Grand Prix! What’s On Thousands flock to Xmas lights Fabulous Fatstock show
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Santas ride into town January gardening tips Health & Wellbeing Farm Life - winter survival Christmas festivities in pictures South Molton Community Garden News Roundup Village Halls and Schools Index of Advertisers 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 5,500 copies are delivered free, door-to-door, by our dedicated team to East and West Buckland, North Molton, South Molton, Heasley Mill, Filleigh, Swimbridge, Alswear, Rose Ash, Heddon, Clapworthy Mill, Bishops Nympton, Bish Mill, Chulmleigh, Chittlehampton, 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 and businesses.
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A night spaceunder odyssey the stars by Shaun Marcin Davey Jankowski
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As we head into a New Year, it’s a time to think about all the things we believe we know about the planet we inhabit, and perhaps everything we don’t! Our photo of the month by talented local photographer Shaun Davey, captures the International Space Station racing through the night sky over Exmoor illuminated by the galaxies of the Milky Way. “It was a very bright ISS pass during Steve Key’s excellent Exmoor Society ‘dark sky’ walk to Larkbarrow in November,” Shaun told Molton Monthly Magazine. It is incredible to think that the space station has been continuously occupied for 25 years as it hurtles around the earth 16 times a day, at 27,600 kilometres per hour. It has hosted more than 240 visitors from 20 countries and is about the size of a six bedroom house! Shaun Davey has a passion for documenting the natural wonders of Exmoor, and you can find out more about his work here: shaundaveyphotography.com Whether it’s nature, rural life, wildlife, a landscape or seascape, special event, sports, a local character or something else - please keep sending 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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Cycling Grand Prix comes to South Molton! South Molton is gearing up for one of the most anticipated cycling events of the summer - the South Molton Grand Prix, which will be round 6 of the Lloyds National Road Race series. Taking place on Sunday, July 19th this prestigious race will unite elite cyclists from across the country with passionate fans, for a day that celebrates speed and endurance. “Beyond the racing, the Grand Prix is a celebration of community. Local businesses, volunteers and cycling enthusiasts will come together to create an unforgettable atmosphere, complete with food stalls, entertainment and family-friendly activities,” race organiser Richard Wickenden told Molton Monthly Magazine.
If your business would like to be an event sponsor, contact the organisers by January 16th: britishcycling.org.uk World and Olympic cycling champion Geraint Thomas MBE powers out of South Molton Pannier Market in 2018, having recently won the historic Tour de France title - photo by Peter Robinson
The race begins at the historic South Molton Pannier Market, a landmark that gained fame during the 2018 Tour of Britain (above) when riders sped through en route to the stage finish in Barnstaple. For 2026, the course has been revised to increase the challenge: the open race now spans 160 km, while the women’s race covers 120 km - riders will race through the streets of South Molton and the rolling hills of the North Devon countryside. “Whether you’re a seasoned cycling fan or simply looking for a vibrant day out, the South Molton Grand Prix offers something for everyone - a showcase of athletic excellence and local pride,” added Richard.
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What’s On - January 2026 pages 11 - 15 (plus village halls p60)
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1st - New Years Day bank holiday 3rd - 10am/2.30pm Come and Sing Messiah - an invitation to take part in this performance at St Mary Magdalene Church, South Molton in aid of North Devon Hospice (advert page 14) 4th - 10.30am Woodland Working Parties at South Molton Community Woodland (first Sundays) 6th - 7.30pm Whist Drive at Chittlehampton Village Hall (every Tuesday) - info 01769 540036 7th - 9.30am Warm space mornings; every Tuesday until March 31st at Chittlehampton Village Hall (ad p60) 8th - 10am Repair Cafe with Earth Action at The Amory Centre, South Molton (ends 12pm) 9th - 6pm ‘In the night sky’ family astronomy; Poltimore Inn Observatory, North Molton (advert page 14) 9th - 7.30pm 1st Anniversary of Chittlehamholt Bingo, in the village hall 14th - 7.30pm (doors 6.45pm) Chulmleigh Rural Cinema at the Pavilion ‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ (PG) 11th - 9am Car Boot Sale at South Molton Pannier Market, sellers from 7am (ends 1pm) 12th - 10am Drug & alcohol advice at the Amory Centre, South Molton - bookings: 07518 909630 12th - 7.30pm Bingo at Chittlehampton Village Hall - info 01769 540036 13th - 10am South Molton u3a ‘Dracula - the man behind the myth’ with Ash Jones at Filleigh Village Hall 14th - 10am Willow basket making workshop at Quince Honey Farm, South Molton (advert page 13) 14th - 4.30pm Devon & Cornwall Police drop in session at Chulmleigh Town Hall (ends 5.30pm) 15th - 10am (until 3pm) Benefits Clinic with Age Concern at the Amory Centre, South Molton - booking essential: 01271 445131 15th - 12.30pm Lunch Club with Age Concern at The Coaching Inn, South Molton - booking essential: 01271 445133 17th - 9.30am Exeter Science Centre talking about satellites at South Molton library (ends 12.30pm) 17th - 6.15pm (for 7) Umberleigh Community Cinema ‘Downton Abbey’ (PG): umberleighvillagehall.co.uk 17th - 12pm Open Mic session YMCA, Mill Street, South Molton (ends 2pm): southmoltonacoustic.co.uk 18th - 9am Salvage Fair at South Molton Pannier Market (ends 2pm) 18th - 3pm ‘Towards Spring’ with Philip Lancaster (Baritone) Alex Wilson (Piano) Leonie Anderson (Viola) at Barkham, Exmoor: barkham-exmoor.co.uk 19th - 2.30pm Devon Carers peer support group at The Amory Centre, South Molton 19th - 7pm South Molton Sisters WI monthly meeting at the YMCA - speaker, tea and nibbles (ends 9pm) 20th - 10.30am Parkinsons Café for sufferers & carers at South Molton Library: 01769 572380 (ends 12pm) 20th - 7.30pm Strictly Acoustic Night at The Coaching In, South Molton (every third Tuesday) 22nd - 1.30pm Candle making workshop at Quince Honey Farm, South Molton (advert page 13) 22nd - 7pm Quiz Night at Bishops Nympton Parish Hall (advert page 12) 23rd - 5.15pm & 6.30pm Glow in the Dark Dodgeball (kids) at Bishops Nympton Parish Hall (advert page 12) 23rd - 7pm Ceilidh dance night at Chittlehampton Village Hall £10pp (advert page 14) 23rd - 7pm Chulmleigh & District Society AGM plus talk/demo by Ken Bracher stained glass in the Pavilion 24th - 10am Flower resin workshop at Quince Honey Farm, South Molton (advert page 13) 28th - 10am South Molton Sisters WI coffee morning at The George Hotel 29th - 9am Devon & Cornwall Police drop in session South Molton Pannier Market (ends 1pm) 30th - 7pm for 7.30pm Hamlet performed by National Theatre Live at Rose Ash Village Hall: rose-ash.com 31st - 2.30pm South Molton Keyboard & Light Music Club; concert in the Methodist Church Hall with Byron Jones B.E.M. - refreshments & raffle (all welcome) Bishops Nympton Parish Hall - events page 12; South Molton Library - see page 12 Chittlehampton, Filleigh, George Nympton and Oxham Village Halls - adverts page 60 Chulmleigh & District Garden Society meet 2nd Mondays 7.30pm, all welcome: dianaM@farmline.com Create ‘n’ Chat Group 2pm-4pm South Molton Church Hall, Duke Street, 8th & 22nd info; 01769 574187 North Devon Ramblers - for walks in January please see: northdevonramblers.org.uk Scrapstore YMCA South Molton Drop-in Craft Sessions; 10.30am -1.30pm 9th & 23rd £2 donation requested - plus Scrapstore open on Tuesdays 9.30am - 12.30pm South Molton Sisters W.I Craft & Natter at the Amory Centre 10.30am-12.30pm; 3rd-7th-17th-21st Thursdays - 10am ‘Hug in a Mug’ pop-up wellbeing café at The Amory Centre, South Molton (ends 12pm) Text only what’s on listings are free, deadline 12th each month, display adverts may carry a charge Please mention Molton Monthly Magazine when contacting advertisers
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Crowds flock to annual Christmas lights switch-on South Molton’s Christmas lights were switched on by John Acres, the breakfast show presenter for BBC Radio Devon, in front of a crowd of thousands. People packed into The Square on Friday, November 28th, and saw music from Sam Dowden and tributes to the valuable work of the charities South West Blood Bikes and The Benita Project Community CIC. South Molton Town Council said, “Our Christmas lights switch-on was the busiest one we’ve ever had and the energy was unbelievable. Thank you to everyone who came, what a great way to kick off Christmas!”
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John Acres from BBC Radio Devon pressed the button to turn on South Molton’s Christmas lights
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Fabulous Fatstock! The annual South Molton Fatstock Show brought the sights, sounds and smells of the countryside to town on the first Sunday in December. The Pannier Market and surrounding areas were packed with all creatures great and small! There were live demonstrations by farriers and weavers, a bustling livestock auction, country crafts, Christmas carols, tractors, local produce and much more. The event was raising funds for Children’s Hospice South West.
South Molton Community Primary School singing carols - photo by Karolina Andreasova
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Champions were crowned at the livestock auction, with M & V Smith & Jess Maynard taking home the cattle trophy
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Farrier replacing a horseshoe - photo by Karolina Andreasova
Top - young livestock handler, and bottom, making friends with an owl from Nigel Penfold at North Devon Hawk Walks - photos by Trevor Brayley
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Santas on bikes roar through town to bring smiles to children at hospice
Santas on bikes for as far as the eye could see - drone photo by Adam Nichols
South Molton got all revved up to welcome more than 270 Santas on motorcycles, even pumping out ‘snow’ for them to ride through as they passed the town’s Pannier Market. The annual ‘Santas on Bikes’ event on December 13th attracted motorcyclists from across the South West as they rode 70 miles from Taunton, through Tiverton, South Molton, Filleigh and Swimbridge, ending at Little Bridge House children’s hospice in Fremington. The cavalcade of bikers has raised more than £4,500 so far for Children’s Hospice South West, and their visit also brings much needed Christmas cheer to young people with lifelimiting illnesses and their families.
Organiser Paul Lynham said, “A massive thank you to all the riders, volunteers and sponsors who help make this happen.” Hospice fundraiser Debbie Birtwistle added, “It was fantastic to see South Molton fill with Santas, the roar of their engines announcing their arrival. With the weather being bright, there was a great welcome of smiling faces to greet them, with the added touch of some snow falling from the Town Hall roof!” “Great thanks as always go out to our committed bikers who go all out with their outfits and decorating their bikes for the occasion - they really do make this event a special date in our calendar.”
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Photos by Karolina Andreasova The Santa’s got to ride through ‘snow’ in South Molton, and inset, even the dogs dressed to impress!
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Your jobs to do in January 1. Now is the perfect time to do some garden planning. Look through your photos, or seed catalogues and magazines to see where you can improve your display this year. 2. Plant new fruit bushes and mulch established ones. Give the soil a good covering with well-rotted garden compost or manure to encourage a good crop. 3. Plant new rose bushes. Our roses will have been delivered in December, so if the ground isn’t waterlogged or frozen now is a great time to get them planted. 4. Spring flowering bulbs will be emerging soon, none of them enjoy being covered with leaves, so remove them to make sure the bulbs get plenty of sunshine. 5. The birds will be struggling to find enough food now, so top up your feeders regularly, also make sure they have fresh water. This month we will be mostly cleaning, pressure washing and building new nursery stock beds. The new raised beds we introduced last year were a great success. So, we are going to do some more... shovelling 30 tonnes of chipping should help burn off all those extra Christmas calories! Until next month, Jenny Howells
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Farm Life - winter survival by Roger Hill
There is something magical about seeing the first snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) appear. They are a symbol of hope that spring is around the corner. Of course there is more winter to come, but these hardy little souls are a prime example of how to survive the harsh conditions. Their hardened leaf tips push through frozen ground and natural antifreeze proteins in the cells help them flourish. Winter barley crops can usually cope with frost but struggle if there is a prolonged wet spell. Our farm animals have various ways of withstanding January storms. Sheep are obviously resilient by growing a dense fleece to keep them warm and dry. The cattle grow extra hair to see them through the winter but ironically, because we bring them indoors, have a haircut along their backs. This is because if they sweat and then cool too quickly, they are prone to pneumonia. Our dogs are just tough and seem to revel in working in all weathers. Two guys who appear to be almost oblivious to the elements are the Shetland ponies. They just turn their backs to the wind and stand motionless! Wishing you all a very Happy New Year. ‘Til next time, Roger #TuppertheTractor (tupperthetractor.com and quoitatcrossvineyard.com)
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Hardy Snowdrops are a welcome sight
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Christmas festivities in pictures
South Molton United CofE Primary School at the Christmas Tree Festival - photo Karolina Andreasova
Schoolchildren from Bishops Nympton, North Molton and South Molton took part in the Lantern Parade and Winter Wonderland in South Molton - photos Trevor Brayley
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South Molton Community Garden news by Rebecca Blackman
Winter is the quietest time of the year at the community garden and it’s so peaceful while everything is resting. We still love to meet whenever the weather allows. We’ll be continuing to repair plots and will work on creating the mown paths through the ‘Willy-Nilly Garden’. We’re excited to see how this will develop and grow into the spring and summer. The beds are covered but we didn’t manage to weed as much as last year, so there will be a little more preparation before we will be ready to plant in the spring.
Friendly Robin - by Karolina Andreasova
Our annual AGM will be held on January 30th 2026 at 7pm in the Methodist Church Hall, North Street, South Molton - this meeting is open to all. Please come along if you would like to find out more about our work at the community garden. If you’d like to join us, please visit the garden on a Thursday afternoon, around 2-3pm weather permitting. Alternatively, please see our website for more information: southmoltoncommunitygarden.co.uk or on Facebook @southmoltoncommunitygarden
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News Roundup pages 50 - 55 Storm brings floods Around 4 inches (104mm) of rain fell in parts of Devon as Storm Bram swept through on Tuesday, December 9th. Weare Giffard was one of the worst affected villages, with emergency services attending to monitor rising flood waters - no residents needed to be evacuated from their homes.
Christmas lights reflecting in flood waters at Weare Giffard - photos courtesy UK Weather Chase
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Library facing possible cuts South Molton Library could face losing five hours a week from its opening times under proposals in a Devon County Council review that’s currently underway.
You can go into the library to complete the survey or go online: devonlibraries.commonplace.is
The council has launched a 12-week public consultation which runs until February 22nd and service is delivered. will affect the future of all 50 libraries in Devon, In recent years South Molton Library has though they say no libraries would close. become a vibrant community hub, hosting events and community meetings and the The hours that South Molton’s library opens could be cut from 33 to 27, and it would operate team is urging everyone to respond to the consultation (see the advert on page 12). four days a week instead of five (Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). Chulmleigh Library “Our responsibility is to protect these spaces would be unaffected as things stand. and ensure they continue to exist long into Devon’s libraries are run by the charity Libraries the future. This consultation offers a way to do this, and we encourage everyone to Unlimited on behalf of the council but the have their say,” said Councillor Cheryl Cottle council says it is facing ‘mounting financial Hunkin, cabinet member for libraries. pressures’ and it must look at how the
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‘Give horses space’ plea Police and equine experts teamed-up on Exmoor (right) to help educate motorists about the importance of passing horses safely. In 2024, the British Horse Society recorded 3,118 road incidents involving horses, resulting in 97 horses being injured and 58 sadly losing their lives. The ‘close pass’ operation took place around Bampton, and saw mounted officers ride on horseback in plain clothes, allowing them to identify any drivers passing horses too closely or too quickly. Drivers were then advised on the correct way to pass horses on the highways. “When approaching horses and riders on the road, drivers should slow down to no more than ten miles per hour, avoid revving their engine or honking their horn and then pass slowly when safe to do so, allowing least two meters of space between the horse and vehicle,” said Rural Affairs officer PC Lucy Wyatt.
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Rugby World Cup job for player Ashleigh Rollins is from Bishops Nympton, and won a media internship at the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup - she also used to deliver Molton Monthly Magazine! Here’s her story: I started playing rugby for South Molton nine years ago, and since then I’ve played for club, Devon County and my university. In 2024 I severely injured my knee. After many consultations, we found that I had sustained a complete ACL rupture and meniscus tear which required surgery. We booked a date for the operation, but I was determined to complete my media internship with the Rugby World Cup first - a dream role I had worked hard for. The tournament lasted a month and in that time I got to interview the likes of Portia Woodman
Ashleigh (left) interviewing Italy and Exeter Chiefs star Francesca Granzotto - photo Caroline Moore
(one of womens rugby’s all-time greats) and many other amazing players. I also study Sports Journalism at Plymouth Marjon, and I’ve been selected for a Royal Television Society scholarship, one of only 40 students in the country to do so. I had my operation in September, and although recovery is tough, knowing that I’ll be back on the pitch in 12 months time makes it all worthwhile.
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Top award for ‘trainee’ band South Molton’s ‘Training Band’ musicians played their way to 1st place at the prestigious South West Brass Bands Association 77th annual contest recently, and are now inviting new members to join their ensemble. Musical Director Gil Taylor said, “When their entry was sent in, I thought it would be a good experience for them to enter. For them to come South Molton Training Band at the contest away having won is a really great achievement.” in Torquay - photo Andrew Woollacott The band performed a short programme of music at the contest in Torquay, and the adjudicator praised their performance as a ‘‘well-played and entertaining programme”. The training band is made up of musicians of all ages and abilities. New members can expect a warm welcome, supportive tuition and everything needed to get started including the loan of an instrument. Rehearsals take place on Mondays in the bandroom in St Mary Magdalene’s churchyard in South Molton. No previous experience is needed, you don’t even need to be able to play or read music. Everything will be taught, step by step, helping newcomers quickly become part of this prize-winning band. Contact via: southmoltontownband.co.uk
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Bells will ring again After a six month restoration, the six bells of St Peter’s Church in Rose Ash are now back in the tower and will ring out again. The work was carried out by specialists Taylors Bells in Loughborough. Some of the bells date back 300 years and feature inscriptions and dedications to Rose Ash people.
Young training band members with the trophy - photo Crystal Williamson
Repairs have also been made to the roof and pew heating thanks to grants from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Batsworthy Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund, the Devon Church Bell Restoration Fund and the Sharpe Trust.
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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 Age Concern Barnstaple 01271 445135 Age UK Devon 0333 241 2340 South Molton Pannier Market 07351 67734 E: hello@southmoltonpanniermarket.co.uk North Devon Hospice 01271 344248
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
Community groups
South Molton Volunteer Bureau 01769 573167 or visit: smvb.org.uk South Molton Community Garden Email: southmoltoncommunitygarden.co.uk South Molton Vintage Rally Club Website: southmoltonvintagerallyclub.com Sustainable Chulmleigh Website: sustainablechulmleigh.org.uk South Molton Sisters WI Email: southmoltonsisters@devonwi.org uk Phone: 07718 984665 (Lesley Beer) Rotary Club of South Molton: 01769 580041
Churches and places of worship
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, South Molton 07817 936405 Gospel Hall 01769 572908 South Molton Methodist Church 01769 571907 One Way Community Church 01769 572786 Quakers 01271 344203
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