Molton Monthly Magazine November 2023

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November 2023

International photo final for South Molton’s Lee

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diversion dismay for Link Road drivers

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Molton Monthly - November 2023 Welcome to the November edition of Molton Monthly. On the cover this month we honour the achievements of the inspirational Lee Symons, reaching the final of an international photography competition only a few months after taking up the activity. Congratulations Lee! We might be a couple of months away, but this issue has a distinctly festive feel. From a packed what’s on section, including South Molton’s Christmas lights switch-on, plus adverts for local Christmas trees and pubs offering special meals and parties.

One of my stories hit the national newspaper headlines this month, when Paul Webb turned his frustration about the state of our roads to humour - listing a pothole on eBay! Among others it has appeared in the Express, Daily Mail and The Star.

There’s an update in this edition on the A361 roadworks, with major diversions now in place - plus the latest on the lifting of the hosepipe ban, alongside our regular features.

Remember, shop local is for life, not just for Christmas!

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 - November P6-7 P8 P11-17 P18-19 P22-23

Photo of the month Use water wisely plea What’s On Diversion dismay on Link Road Lee’s international photo final

P29 P31 P34-35 P38-39 P47 P50-53 P61 P62 P63

Umberleigh pothole auctioned!

November gardening tips Health & Wellbeing Farm Life - Exmoor delights Exmoor signs are replaced 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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Three is the magic number

by Elizabeth Jones

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For many people, seeing Exmoor Ponies on the open moors is one of the highlights.

Elizabeth Jones found herself in the perfect place on a recent walk, when she came face to face with these three beauties, capturing the moment for our photo of the month.

“I work as an animal sitter and was out with three dogs. The ponies appeared to be very curious about them,” said Elizabeth. “The photo was taken on my mobile phone, and by some fluke it turned out really well!”

Elizabeth took picture at the beginning of autumn on Cheriton Ridge near Lynton.

Exmoor Ponies are native to Britain and are a common sight on Exmoor, where a number of managed herds graze the rough pasture.

The ponies are only ‘wild’ in the sense that the herds roam freely on the moor, they all belong to someone. There are around twenty different herds that run on the various commons of Exmoor, two of which are owned by the National Park.

Whether it’s wildlife like this, a landscape, nature, rural life, special events, sport, 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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‘Use water wisely’ message as hosepipe ban is lifted South West Water is urging everyone to conserve water this autumn and winter, to help supplies to build up for next year.

Roadford, the main reservoir serving North Devon, is still only 54% full at the time of writing, Wimbleball is at 76%. The company lifted its five month hosepipe ban for Devon on September 25th.

“Climate change has shown how unpredictable weather patterns can be and we must continue to protect the region’s rivers and beautiful natural resources,” said David Harris, South West Water’s drought and resilience director. “We want to thank all of our customers, visitors and businesses in conserving water at this challenging time,

Heavy rain brought flooding to parts of Exmoor on September 18th (photo Timberscombe by Rebekah Brinkley)

but please keep using water wisely this autumn and winter.”

South West Water recently launched its ‘Plan for Change 2025 - 2030’, with pledges to improve water quality and supplies, and to dramatically reduce pollution and improve both bathing and river water quality.

The water industry regulator Ofwat has been asked to approve the plans put forward by suppliers across the UK to almost double infrastructure investment to £96billion. If approved, customer bills could rise by as much as £156 a year by 2030 to pay for upgrades and reduce sewage discharges.

South West Water had delayed the decision to lift the hosepipe ban in Devon due to uncertain weather patterns, stating, “It is climate change that is driving this. We had an incredibly hot year last year, which drew supplies down dramatically, and they still haven’t fully recovered.”

The company says it hopes further work in the Roadford reservoir zone could prevent future bans in Devon, adding, “between 2025 and 2030 we’re planning construction and other initiatives to improve supplies.”

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What’s On - November 2023 pages 11 - 17

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

1st - 10am Macmillan Christmas Fair at the Assembly Rooms, South Molton (advert page 12) 3rd - 10am Coffee morning for North Devon Hospice - SMART Swim Centre, South Molton (ends 11.30am) 3rd - 3.30pm Bonfire Night market at South Molton Pannier Market 3rd - 7pm Firework display fundraising for North Devon Hospice, South Molton Central Car Park (ad below) 3rd - 7.30pm Ceilidh at Chittlehampton Village Hall. Tickets: 01769 540886 3rd - 8pm First Friday Jazz with Slightly Blue at Swimbridge Jubilee Hall (advert page 14) 4th - 8.30am Chulmleigh Town Hall Craft Market & Coffee Morning (ends 11.30am) 4th - 10am South Molton Parish Church coffee morning (ends 12pm) 4th - 6.30pm Firework display at North Molton Methodist Field, admission £3.50 (pre-school free) 5th - 10am Flea Market at South Molton Pannier Market 5th - 5.30pm Fireworks and Bonfire at Kings Nympton Playing field (advert page 16) 6th - 7.30pm Bingo at Chittlehampton Village Hall - info 01769 540036 7th - 7.15pm South Molton Flower Club meeting in the Weston Room, Filleigh Village Hall (advert page 14) 7th - 7.30pm Whist Drive at Chittlehampton Village Hall (every Tuesday) - info 01769 540036 9th to 11th - Nomads presents ‘A Christmas Carol’ at North Molton Victory Hall (advert page 14) 9th - 7.30pm Eyes down for bingo at Chulmleigh Pavilion 10th - 7.30pm (doors open 6.45pm) Chulmleigh Rural Cinema presents ‘What’s Love Got to Do with It’ (12A) - tickets £5 or £4.50 members, refreshments available, screening at Chulmleigh Pavilion 11th - 10am Christmas Gift Fair at Bishops Nympton Parish Hall (advert page 16) 14th - 10am South Molton u3a Coffee Morning at Filleigh Village Hall; Guide Dogs with Helen Wells 14th - 10am CommuniTEA- drop in service from One South Molton at the town library (ends 11.30am) 16th - 10.30am Parkinsons Café for sufferers & carers at South Molton Library: 01769 572380 (ends 12pm) 18th - 12pm Open Mic/Acoustic Sessions, Coaching Inn, South Molton: southmoltonacoustic.co.uk 18th - 1.30pm Christmas Craft & Artisan Market at North Molton Victory Hall (advert page 14) 18th - 2.30pm South Molton Keyboard & Light Music Club; tea dance at the Methodist Church Hall 18th - 8pm Auction of Promises for North Molton Community Shop at The Poltimore Inn 19th - 10am Salvage Fair at South Molton Pannier Market 20th - 7pm Wreath making with South Molton Sisters W.I. at the YMCA, monthly meeting with quiz 22nd - 7pm Chulmleigh Folk Club - sing, play, recite poetry & more at Chulmleigh Town Hall; £2 entry 23rd - 10am Coffee morning in aid of Cancer Research UK. Assembly rooms, South Molton (ends 12pm) 24th to 26th - Ice Skating Rink South Molton lorry park (free) Fri 5-9pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm 24th - 5pm South Molton Christmas Lights switch-on in The Square, entertainment & street food (page 51) 25th - 10am Christmas Market for Filleigh Primary School PTA at the village hall (ends 4pm) 25th - 10am Kick off Christmas Market - South Molton Pannier Market and Assembly Rooms 25th - 2pm Christmas Fair at Chittlehampton Village Hall 25th - 6pm Family stargazing event in the observatory at The Poltimore Inn, North Molton (advert page 55) 25th - 7.30pm Eyes down for South Molton Vintage Rally Club bingo at The Coaching Inn, South Molton 26th - 10am South Molton Festival of Food & Drink at the Pannier Market (ends 4pm) 30th to Dec 4th - 10am Christmas Tree Festival at South Molton Parish Church (opens 1pm on the 3rd) Create ‘n’ Chat at the Church Hall, Duke Street, South Molton 2-4pm 9th, 23rd South Molton Sisters W.I Craft & Natter Amory Centre garden room 10.30am-12.30pm 1st, 4th, 15th, 18th

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Anger and frustration at Link Road closure and diversion Motorists and residents reacted angrily to the news that the A361 between South Molton and Landkey was to be partially closed for a month, with traffic diverted through local villages.

Molton Monthly revealed in our September edition how the £67 million Link Road improvement scheme is delayed until spring 2024, even after being scaled back to keep within budget due to spiralling construction costs. The new diversions are expected to end on November 11th.

One lane between South Molton and Landkey has been closed completely, with eastbound traffic following the Link Road one way only. Westbound vehicles are diverted off the North Aller roundabout and through Filleigh, Swimbridge, and Landkey. Controversial parking restrictions have been put in place through Landkey and Swimbridge to help ease the flow of traffic, with lorries and other large vehicles being diverted via Umberleigh and the A377.

“The diversion route for HGV is via Umberleigh? That’s going to cause a mess over the bridge!” said Steve Cole, when the news was announced on our Facebook page on September 27th.

“Never seen a job fall so far behind schedule than this one,” said J P Cudmore. “I’ve barely seen any difference in 24 months,” added Dave Star.

Adam Williams said, “Traffic through Landkey is bad enough and they shut the road whenever they please.” And Sasha McMenemy complained, “Getting home every day is going to suck!”

The closure from October 11th is to allow the contractor Griffiths to excavate the road and waterproof five major structures beneath the highway. Drainage improvements, safety barrier replacement and resurfacing will also be undertaken at the same time.

HGVs and larger vehicles are being advised to take a route via Umberleigh and the A377

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Eastbound traffic will follow the A361, one way from Barnstaple to South Molton Westbound traffic will come off at Aller Cross roundabout, and travel via Filleigh, Swimbridge and Landkey

Councillor Andrea Davis, Devon County Council cabinet member for Climate Change, Environment and Transport, said, “This is a vital element of the link road improvement scheme.

Some delays will be unavoidable, so I would urge people travelling in the area to plan ahead and please allow extra time for your journey. Every effort will be made to minimise disruption and to complete the work as quickly as possible.”

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Lee reaches international photography final Lee Symons, from South Molton, is already well known as a medal-winning Special Olympian, now he has reached the finals of an international photography competition.

The 20 year old captured the imagination of the judges with his shot entitled ‘The Road to Everywhere’ (opposite page). He was selected for the finals of the annual Down’s Syndrome Association ‘My Perspective’ competition, in London on October 12th.

When asked what inspires him, Lee said, “My friend Sarah Hailstone. She let me use her camera and shows me how to use it. We go to great places in Exmoor National Park, and she taught me how to take photos, but she just lets me try any shots I like when I see good scenery or animals.”

Lee’s photo finished in the top 25 in the adult category, from entries selected from all over the world. All the finalists’ pictures are on show at in Exeter Library until January 12th.

“I feel fabulous and amazing about reaching the finals. It’s exciting because I only just started taking photographs with a proper camera,” added Lee. He has been mentored

by Sarah Hailstone, who is known for her ‘Exmoor with Jack’ walks and photography.

“Lee was instantly engaged and loved the freedom to snap away, but soon began to look out for ‘nice scenery’ as he puts it! He learned how to focus the camera and use a zoom lens for subjects like the Exmoor ponies,” said Sarah.

Mum Elaine told Molton Monthly, “We are so proud of Lee in all that he has achieved. He has grown into a super young man and we cannot wait to enjoy his upcoming journey of adventure and achievements.”

She thanked Sarah Hailstone wholeheartedly for getting him started in photography on their Exmoor trips, and hinted that Lee may well be getting a camera for his birthday!

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This page; ‘The Road to Everywhere’ is Lee Symon’s photo from Exmoor, chosen by judges for the competition finals, and opposite; Lee with his certificate at the ceremony in London on October 12th

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Pothole put up for auction!

Disgruntled driver Paul Webb put a North Devon pothole on the auction website eBay, to highlight his frustration at the state of the area’s roads. He listed one on the B3227 from Umberleigh to Torrington, with a starting price of £10!

“I have an odd sense of humour, my wife thinks most people don’t get my jokes, but the idea of selling one of the thousands of holes we have in North Devon’s roads made me laugh,” Paul told Molton Monthly.

“The pothole and loose metal ‘cat’s eye’ are still there and unrepaired, well why would it be fixed? Nobody in authority seems to give a toss about the damage being caused to our vehicles.”

Paul Webb’s pothole Paul, who is 71, first posted a picture of the damaged road didn’t get any bids! on the Facebook group North Devon Pothole Community, which has more than 4,500 members. “Adopt a pothole today and be the envy of your friends!” the eBay listing said. “Devon has thousands of potholes to choose from, we’re starting with one that has a loose cat’s eye - which is going to come out any day!”

The pothole (above) received 495 views, but no-one placed a bid. The winning bidder would have received a colour photo of it. Mr Webb, who lives in South Molton and is the semi-retired managing director of his company Glazing Innovations Ltd in Swimbridge, said, “In my opinion the management at the county council and Devon Highways needs to be reviewed. We are all being taxed to death and not getting the service we deserve. Our roads are a disgrace!”

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was recently dubbed the ‘Pothole PM’ when he said fixing Britain’s pothole crisis is “probably priority number one”. Selaine Saxby, MP for North Devon, has raised the issue of North Devon’s potholes several times in Westminster.

Earlier this year Devon County Council received an additional £9.4 million from the government for pothole repairs. Highways officials said 34,199 holes were recorded in 11 months of 2022/23, stating it had doubled the number of pothole gangs and extended working hours, “which has resulted in up to 2,200 potholes repaired each week”.

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Jobs to do in November 1. Plant tulip bulbs for a beautiful spring display next year. You can also finish planting narcissi and other spring flowering bulbs this month.

2. Pruning and renovation of many deciduous trees, shrubs and hedges can be carried out from now throughout the dormant season. Bush roses should be lightly pruned to prevent wind rock.

3. Take hardwood cuttings of Cornus, Euonymus, Forsythia, Ilex and Salix.

4. Take leaves off Christmas and Lenten rose type hellebores to make way for the flowers.

5. Winter can be a tough time for birds in terms of food and water, so keep supplies well topped up.

This month at the nursery we are busy potting up bare root plants and getting prepared for making holly wreaths. We make the bases from straw, which is more environmentally friendly than using moss.

If you would like to order a holly wreath, check out our Facebook page to see all the different designs, and please order before the end of November.

Until next month, Jenny Howells

November Opening Times 1st to 25th Thursday Friday Saturday 9am - 5pm 26th to Christmas Eve Monday to Saturday 9am - 5pm Sunday 10am - 4pm

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Farm Life - Exmoor delights

by Roger Hill

We love walking over Exmoor and especially meeting up with the ponies (Equus ferus caballus).

They are Britain’s oldest native breed and were almost extinct after the Second World War. Thankfully today their numbers have increased but these magnificent animals are still classed as an endangered species.

Occasionally during the autumn they wander near to a farmstead and munch on some apples for a treat. The question is whether these fruits are also endangered. Research has found that half of British fruit and vegetable growers are considering giving up in the next year. Already, whole orchards are being grubbed out because farmers cannot compete with cheap imports whilst maintaining a higher standard of quality.

They are not asking for special treatment, just fairness, to the extent that chefs, TV celebrities and conservationists are backing a campaign called #GetFairAboutFarming As I have written before, the world is in a fragile state with regard to food security. We cannot rely on imports when we are quite capable of growing most of our needs here. At least our beloved Exmoor ponies do not have these worries unless, their tasty treat is imported.

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

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Exmoor beauties roaming free (See our photo of the month on pages 6 & 7)

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Exmoor signs are replaced Two of Exmoor’s most iconic historic signposts - directing people to North Molton and South Molton - have been reinstated thanks to the hard work of local volunteers.

Exmoor National Park Authority raised around £2,000 to have the vandalised signs near Brushford and Withypool restored and reinstated at key junctions.

Volunteers Jeremy Davies and Margaret Rawle

Shirley Blaylock, the park’s Historic Environment Officer, said, “We are so grateful for the hard work of our volunteers in restoring, and help in managing the labour-intensive reinstallation of these iconic signposts.”

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Community News pages 50 - 53

Courtesy Whitehall Dental Practice

NHS dental services ended A South Molton dental practice has become the latest in North Devon to announce it will stop providing NHS services. Whitehall Dental Practice said NHS treatments are due to end on October 31st, stating they had explored “all available options” to continue.

A statement on the practice’s website said it had no alternative but to hand back the contract for the provision of “loss-making, underfunded NHS dental care”. North Devon MP Selaine Saxby recently launched a petition calling on the government to address the shortage of dental care in the area, and raised the issue with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak when he visited North Devon District Hospital recently.

“It is extremely disappointing that Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton has decided to hand back its NHS dental contract. I understand that they have not done this lightly and despite improvements to the NHS contract, this clearly shows that government has yet to get this right,” said the MP. In a statement, the dental team said recruitment of clinicians who wanted to carry out NHS care was extremely challenging and had impacted the ability to deliver services.

Dr Catherine Tannahill, from the practice, said, “We do not underestimate the impact of this decision on NHS patients and the challenges they face in securing the care they need and deserve within the current system.” NHS patients who were currently receiving a course of treatment would have them completed in advance of the NHS contract ending.

Healthwatch Devon said it would be a massive impact on the community, stating, “We believe it is storing up a lot of problems for the future, especially for young children.”

Shop auction An ‘auction of promises’ is being held to help raise funds for the new North Molton Community Shop project. It will be on Saturday, November 18th at The Poltimore Inn, North Molton, from 8pm.

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Get your skates on this Christmas!

There’s even more reason to visit South Molton in the runup to Christmas this year, as there will be free ice skating for three days as part of the ‘Winter Wonderful Weekend’.

The town council would like to invite everyone to enjoy the festivities and help support local businesses.

It starts on Friday, November 24th when the Christmas lights are switched on in The Square (6.30pm). There will be street food stalls and children’s rides in the Pannier Market and visitors will also be able to enjoy the ice skating, which will be located in the lorry park at the back of the market - plus of course, late night shopping.

This year’s lights switch-on sees the return of the lantern parade, organised by Linda from Teddy Bears at South Molton Methodist Church - with Father Christmas leading the parade!

If you would like to make a lantern and take part in parade there will be a lantern making workshop in the Assembly Rooms on Saturday, November 18th from 10.30am to 12.30pm.

Then on Saturday, November 25th there will be the ‘Kick off Christmas Market’ in the Pannier Market and Assembly Rooms from 8am to 2pm, with the ice rink open to 5pm. The weekend draw to a close on Sunday, November 26th with the hugely popular festive food festival (10am to 4pm), plus the final day of ice skating.

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South Molton Community Garden news

by Rebecca Blackman

We’re nearing the end of the harvest in the garden now.

The last of the sweetcorn cobs have been picked and the beans and raspberries are almost finished.

Growing among the marigolds, we still have leeks in the ground (right), which will soon be ready for eating.

The sweetcorn plants have been pulled up and laid on the soil where they were growing. The plan is to cover this bed, plants and all, and leave it until spring. We tried this as an experiment last year and piled a thick layer of plant matter on top of one of the communal plots. When we took the cover off in the springtime, everything had rotted down. Hopefully we’ll see the same results this time around.

We’ll be running a stall in South Molton Pannier Market on Thursday, November 9th so look out for us there!

If you’d like to join us, please come along on a Thursday afternoon, around 2pm. Alternatively, please send us an email for more information: southmoltoncommunitygarden@gmail.com

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Biogas site takover The company that runs the Condate Biogas site on the outskirts of South Molton (below) is being taken over by ENGIE, a global leader in renewable energy. The plant processes energy crops, agricultural waste and animal manure to produce biogas, which is used to generate renewable electricity or gas serving thousands of local homes. Darren Stockley, managing director of current owners Ixora, says, “The Ixora team are excited to join ENGIE and to be part of their ambitions for the UK’s green energy future.”

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