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Molton Monthly Magazine - Novemebr 2026 Welcome to the November edition of The Molton Monthly Magazine. Lots of things going on during November, Firework displays and farmers markets starting for Christmas. Remember to book your Christmas party early and pre order the Christmas turkey. If you want to enjoy some fireworks this November, the best and safest way is at an organised display including South Molton’s display at 5.00pm on the Saturday 7th. If you do your own fireworks, please be safe and follow the firework code. Remembrance Day is on Wednesday 11th to honour and remember those who we have lost, with the two minutes silence marked at 11am. Until next month
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Photo of the month What’s On Ashmoor Nursery September gardening tips Young Devon wildlife volunteer reaches final three in national BBC awards
Farm Life Devon tourism businesses take their voice directly to Government Nice Reads In November South Molton Community Garden News Roundup Live Music in South Molton! Village Halls and Schools Local Information
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What’s On - November 2026 Please contact event organisers before attending, as details are subject to change 2nd- November South Molton Flower Club Demonstration ‘ A Grand Tour of Flowers’ Filleigh V.H 7.15pm Visitors welcome 2nd- 7:30pm Bingo at Chittlehampton Village Hall. - info 01769 540036 3rd- 7:30pm Whist at Chittlehampton Village Hall (and every Tuesday) - info 01769 540036 4th and 6th- NOMADS (North Molton Amateur Dramatic Society) Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. Performances on November 4th, 6th. The performances start at 7pm. 7th- Chittlehamholt meat and poultry bingo on Saturday 7th November at 7 30 info 07376099627 17th- Parkinson’s Cafe 10.39 to 12 noon in South Molton Library. Contact Linda on 07718172397 for further details. 19th- Coffee morning in aid of Cancer Research UK at South Molton Assembly Rooms. 10am-12 noon. 21st- Open Mic, 12pm, Bar 27, South Molton. www.southmoltonacoustic.co.uk for info. 21st- South Molton Library Christmas Fair. 9.30-Midday. Food and drink, raffle, knock Santa down the chimney, toy tombola, plus all the usual family fun. 21st- South Molton Christmas lights switch on from 17.00. 27th- South Molton Art Trail - Open Studios - 1700 to 2000, 28th and 29th November 1000 to 1700 admin@artsdestination.co.uk 28th- South Molton Keyboard & Light Music Club concert on November 28th with South Molton Town Band in the Methodist Church at 2-30pm and afterwards in the Methodist Church Hall for Christmas Tea. Everyone welcome. 28th- from 1pm - Christmas craft stalls with food and drinks available. George Nympton Village Hall. 30th- 7:30pm Christmas Bingo at Chittlehampton Village Hall - info 01769 540036 South Molton Pannier Market- Thursday Pannier market, every Thursday -Saturday Pannier market, every Saturday
Bishops Nympton Parish Hall - events page 12; South Molton Library - see page 12 George Nympton Village hall, Filleigh; Swimbridge Jubilee Hall; Chittlehampton Village Halls - page 61 Whist at Chittlehampton Village Hall every Tuesday 7:30pm - info 01769 540036 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, 11th and 25th info; 01769 574187 North Devon Ramblers - for walks in June please see: northdevonramblers.org.uk Scrapstore YMCA South Molton Drop-in Craft Sessions; 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month, 10.30 - 1.30pm £2 donation requested - plus Scrapstore open on Tuesdays 9.30am - 12.30pm South Molton Sisters W.I Craft & Natter at the Amory Centre November 4th ,7th,18th and 21st. Coffee at the George, 25th at 10am. Monthly meeting in YMCA 16th at 7 to 9. Pickleball group meets at the YMCA in Mill Street, South Molton at 3pm every Friday afternoon. All equipment is provided. The cost is £3.50 per week, with tea and biscuits included. Tel. 01769 574108 or 07983 347927 drwheels@sky.com Tuesdays - 2pm Chess club meets in South Molton Library. Free. All levels welcome. Tuesdays - 6.30pm Meditation Class (free) Rose & Crown Clinic, South Street, South Molton (ends 7.30pm) Thursdays - 10am ‘Hug in a Mug’ pop-up wellbeing café at The Amory Centre, South Molton (ends 12pm) Thursdays- Badminton. The Racketeers meet every Thursday 1.30 to 3.15pm at the YMCA. £4 per session. Tea and biscuits break and a chat included. All levels welcolme. Text only what’s on listings are free, deadline second Friday of each month, display adverts may carry a charge Please mention Molton Monthly Magazine when contacting advertisers
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South Molton Library - November 2026 We offer books, audiobooks, newspapers, computer use, regular groups, printing & photocopying Check out our Facebook page or ring us for information about our services & events. Tel: 01769 572128; E-mail: southmolton.library@librariesunlimited.org.uk
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Join us in November for: Saturday 14th November 10am - 12noon: Rocking Row Boat Craft. Celebrate World Nursery Rhyme Week by making a 3D rocking boat with little characters inside! FREE drop-in. Tuesday 17th - Friday 20th November during opening hours. Drop-in anytime when we are open this week and enjoy using our wide range of craft materials to make your own Christmas cards to send. Adults very welcome. FREE. Saturday 21st November 9.30am - 12noon: Christmas Fair. Delicious home-made refreshments, stalls, games & Christmas crafts. Raising funds to support South Molton Library.
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Chulmleigh & District Society presents “The History of the Christmas Carol” with Adrienne Hesketh
SOUTH MOLTON We are delighted to welcome Devon-based musician and composer Adrienne Hesketh who will illustrate in words and music the history of the Christmas carol including recent information on Exmoor’s lost Christmas carols. 7.30pm, Friday 27th November Chulmleigh Pavilion, Leigh Road, EX18 7JL Members £5 non-members £7 payable on the door Wine, beer and fruit juice for sale Follow us on Facebook@TheChulmleighSociety
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MARKET UPDATE – REALITY VS WHAT YOU WANT TO HEAR Across a 20-mile radius, 30-50 properties are being added or reduced in price everyday. With over 4,000 homes currently on the market - some listed for months or even years - supply is high and competition is strong. This has created a challenging marketplace. Many properties remain overpriced relative to current conditions, while transaction times are lengthening and fall -through rates are increasing. In short, it ’s taking longer to secure the right buyer at the right price. Since the market peak of 2022, demand and therefore achieved values - has softened. The unusually low stock and intense demand seen during the post-Covid period created inflated expectations. We are now seeing a continued correction as supply significantly exceeds normal levels. Asking Price vs True Value Yes, some asking prices have risen - but asking price is not the same as value. it ’s easy to value property based on what we see ‘For Sale’ creating a false inflated market. A marketing price reflects expectation. A sold price reflects reality. When sellers benchmark against other “For Sale” properties rather than completed sales, expectations can become artificially inflated. This risks prolonged time on market, price reductions, and ultimately achieving less than if the property had been correctly positioned from the outset. A stagnating property bleeds value as the longer a property remains on the market at an inflated price, the further behind it falls as conditions evolve. A Buyer’s Market Requires a Smart Strategy Demand dictates value. Without demand, there is no leverage and no value.
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Your jobs to do in November 1.Plant Spring Bulbs. Finish planting daffodils, crocuses, and hyacinths, and plant your tulip bulbs deep into well-drained soil to prevent tulip fire disease. 2.Protect Tender Plants. Lift dahlia, begonia, and gladiolus tubers to store indoors, and move potted tender plants into a greenhouse or shed before heavy frosts arrive. 3.Clear Fallen Leaves. Rake up leaves regularly from lawns and paths to stop grass from rotting and prevent slippery walking surfaces. Use them to start a dedicated leafmould pile. 4.Plant Bare-Root Trees and Hedges. Now is the ideal time to plant dormant bare-root trees, roses, and hedging while the soil is still relatively warm. 5.Tuck in the Vegetable Patch. Plant garlic, onions, and shallots under fleece, lift remaining winter crops like parsnips, and protect brassicas with netting against pests. At the nursery we are still busy potting up Roses, fruit bushes and trees ready for next year and Christmas trees will be available from the last weekend of November.
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Young Devon wildlife volunteer reaches final three in national BBC awards A local Devon wildlife charity, the UK Wild Otter Trust, is celebrating after one of its youngest volunteers was named a finalist in the prestigious BBC Food & Farming Awards. Lily Herniman, 18, has been volunteering with the charity since she was just 15 years old. With an incredible passion for nature and conservation, and a strong background in farming, Lily’s work has played a huge role in the charity’s recent rebirth, following the mammoth task of moving its entire rescue and rehabilitation operation to a brand-new centre. When the UK Wild Otter Trust was told by its former landlords that it had just six months to fully dismantle its operation and move from the land it had called home for three years, the volunteer-run team, including Lily, sprang into action. Lily, who volunteers at the centre three days a week, played a key role in transforming and enhancing the wild areas at the Trust’s new otter rehabilitation centre, helping with pond creation, tree planting and habitat improvement projects to create the best possible environment for the otters in its care. Now, her dedication has been recognised on a national stage, with Lily named as one of just three finalists from more than 400 nominations. Upon learning that she was a finalist for the award, Lily said: “I have always had a huge interest in wildlife, and I was over the moon to be able to volunteer with the charity after I left secondary school. Since then, I have continued volunteering, and my passion for otters has grown and grown! “To be nominated for the award was surprising enough, but to be a finalist is unreal. Both are an achievement, and whatever happens, I will be forever grateful to have this opportunity and to see where it goes!” Dave Webb, Founder and CEO of the charity, said he was thrilled to see Lily’s incredible efforts recognised nationally. “Lily has been with us now for almost three years, and her work has helped us achieve an even better understanding of the species and its habitats. As a rehabilitation centre, her input has helped shape the way we work and how we approach a range of different tasks. “I would love Lily to win the award. Not only does she deserve it, but it would give her extra confidence, and of course she would be joining a prestigious group that has won in previous years. “Even if she doesn’t win, it’s still a huge achievement to be placed in the final three from over 400 nominations and, as such, she should be, and we are, very proud of her.” The BBC Food & Farming Awards celebrate the people making a remarkable difference to food, farming and the countryside across the UK, making Lily’s place among this year’s finalists an incredible achievement for both her and the volunteer-run UK Wild Otter Trust. The winners will be announced on 21 October at an awards ceremony at Titanic Belfast, with Head Judge, chef and broadcaster Paula McIntyre, having the final say on who will take home the trophies.
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Farm Life by Roger Hill
Ploughing the Furrow. We recently attended our local ploughing match. For those not familiar with the term it is a competitive agricultural event where participants plough a section of field aiming to cut the straightest, neatest and most uniform furrows. It is spectacular to see vintage, modern and even horses pulling a variety of ploughs in the same field. Winners from local events go on to compete at National and even International level. There is fierce rivalry between countries at the world ploughing championships. We have an indoor produce show held at the same time. Whilst the ploughmen are busy in the fields, growers compete against each other showing hay, silage and barley etc. For the avid gardeners there are vegetable and flower classes along with cookery, needlework, preserves and children’s competition for the rest of the family. Although some farmers are developing a no dig policy, the majority still continue with a tradition started over 6000 years ago. It began with primitive hand held digging sticks but the principal remains to bury the weeds and trash and provide a seedbed ready for planting. Then the cycle of life begins again, braving the winter and emerging next year in the Spring sunshine. ‘Til next time, Roger #TuppertheTractor (tupperthetractor.com and quoitatcrossvineyard.com)
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Devon tourism businesses take their voice directly to Government Devon’s visitor attractions have had another opportunity to take the challenges and opportunities facing the county’s tourism industry directly to Government, during a visit to Torbay by Tourism Minister Stephanie Peacock MP. The visit marked the second opportunity this year for Devon’s Top Attractions (DATA) to engage directly with the Tourism Minister and ensure the views of its member attractions are represented at Government level. Roger Sell, Chairman of Devon’s Top Attractions and River Dart Country Park GM, joined Alistair Handyside MBE, Executive Chair of the Professional Association of Self-Caterers UK, and Steve Darling MP for the Minister’s visit to Torquay and Babbacombe. The tour provided an opportunity to show the Minister first-hand both the considerable investment taking place across the resort and some of the challenges facing the wider visitor economy, including closed tourism businesses and the difficulties involved in bringing sites back into productive use. Ahead of the visit, Devon’s Top Attractions asked its members what practical changes would make the biggest difference to their ability to invest, grow, employ people and attract more visitors. Feedback from leading Devon attractions identified several recurring priorities, including the rising cost of doing business, access to investment and funding, transport and infrastructure, planning and regulation, employment and skills, and the need for greater national promotion of domestic tourism. Members were clear that Devon’s attractions want to continue investing in their businesses and improving the visitor experience but increasing costs and other barriers are making investment more difficult. Greater promotion of holidays and days out within the UK was also a strong message, with DATA calling for domestic tourism to receive greater recognition alongside the drive to attract international visitors. Employment and opportunities for young people were discussed during the visit, with attractions highlighting the important role the tourism industry plays in providing first jobs, training and career opportunities. Rising employment costs and the barriers to taking on younger employees were also raised directly with the Minister. Transport difficulties, particularly for rural tourism businesses, were highlighted alongside concerns around planning and the length of time it can take to bring tourism sites back into use. The proposed tourism levy was also discussed, with concerns raised about the potential implications for businesses. The Minister agreed to meet with a wider visitor economy group to discuss its construction and administration, including the impact on businesses responsible for collecting it. Other issues raised by DATA members included weather forecasting apps, brown tourist signage, mobile and 5G connectivity and support for sustainable tourism. Roger Sell, Chairman of Devon’s Top Attractions, said: “Having the opportunity to speak directly with the Tourism Minister for the second time this year is extremely valuable for our members and for Devon’s wider visitor economy.” “Our attractions are ambitious. They want to invest, improve, employ local people and continue giving visitors compelling reasons to choose Devon. What came through very strongly from our members is that they need the right conditions and greater confidence to be able to do that.” “We will continue to make sure the collective voice of Devon’s attractions is heard and to press the case for greater recognition and support for domestic tourism.” The Minister is expected to publish the Government’s Visitor Economy Growth Strategy, with DATA keen to see measures that recognise the importance of both domestic and international tourism. Devon’s Top Attractions represents leading visitor attractions across the county, working collectively to promote Devon, raise and maintain quality standards and provide a strong voice for the attraction sector.
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Nice Reads In November What to look out for as we approach the end of the year. Cardinal Rule by Liz Tomforde (November 3rd) The new spicy yet heartfelt romance from the phenomenal bestselling author of the TikTok sensation, the Windy City series.
The prize-winning moggy is more a hindrance than a help, in what maps out to be a video gamelike, trap-filled fantasy dungeon. That’s because where they find themselves is actually the set of a reality television show with countless viewers across the galaxy.
The first in a four-part series from the pen of Liz Tomforde, offers a mix of witty banter, undeniable chemistry and a healthy dash of spice.
Dams by Irene Solà (November 5th) Irene Solà’s latest novel is a brilliant and heady ode to life in community, impossible and enduring love, and the wellspring of the imagination that fills everything it touches with magic.
Dungeon Crawler by Matt Dinniman (November 1st) The opening book in Dinniman’s addictive Dungeon Crawler Carl series finds the titular coast guard vet and his ex-girlfriend’s cat trying to survive an alien invasion and the end of the world in a fantasy-fuelled thrill-ride of a story.
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Cher: The Memoir: Part Two by Cher (November 17th) This new memoir continues the story of one of the most extraordinary careers in entertainment. After breaking from Sonny, Cher steps fully into her own power, forging chart-topping music success across decades and redefining herself again and again.
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South Molton Community Garden news by Rebecca Blackman
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This time of year is spent tucking the garden up for winter. Most crops have finished now, but we still have leeks in the ground and will start to harvest them after the first frost. We’ve enjoyed watching the birds having a bath in the dog bowl (pictured)! The rose at the entrance of the garden has been cut back and, whilst cutting back the climbers, we rediscovered several nesting boxes attached to the shed. This whole area had become overgrown and interwoven with brambles, so we were keen to clear it and make more space for the sandpit and mud kitchen. We plan to refresh the planters next to the sandpit, level the soil and generally tidy up this part of the garden. If you’d like to join us, please visit the garden on a Thursday afternoon, around 2-3pm. Alternatively, come along to one of our team days on the 4th Saturday of each month, from 1:30pm onwards. See our website for more information: southmoltoncommunitygarden.co.uk or Facebook @southmoltoncommunitygarden
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An Autumn Oven Poem (by Martin aged 61 and a bit!) The Autumn days are fast approaching and soon we will feel the chills Of a brisk, crisp morning with a stiff cold breeze Playing havoc with the arthritis in your knees! You’ve entertained the kids without a thought; And now your “to-do” list it’s prime time to sort! Checking the kitchen you choke back a short sob At the dark-dire state of your oven and hob! Aha! You think. “I’ll pop out for that spray” And it will all be clean at the end of the day. But the problem you’ll see will be far from sorted As your best attempts will be crushed and thwarted! As you then reach to brush out a carbonised chip, You cry out in frustration as you throw out a hip! Your despair is quite clear; your best intentions now crushed And your patience now, to the limit’s been pushed. “Is there no-one” you cry, “to help in my plight, Against the build up of gunge I no longer can Þght”. Can you turn into a triumph something grimy and tragic? Yes of course you can! How? With some Wizardly Magic! And who is this domestic hero you shout? An Oven Wizard called Martin, (not Merlin no doubt). To clean up messes and spills and to rid you of smells, He’ll come to your kitchen and cast magical spells. Martin “The Oven Wizard” (and failed poet!)
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News Roundup
North Devon Council returns to social housing provision after 25 years through new partnership with North Devon Homes
North Devon Council is celebrating a major milestone in its commitment to tackling the district’s housing challenges after becoming a Local Authority Registered Provider. The council has returned to providing social housing after more than 25 years by newly acquiring its own housing stock and is working in partnership with North Devon Homes to deliver and support much needed affordable homes for local people. The first homes delivered through the partnership are now available in Barnstaple, with further homes planned to be delivered in Ilfracombe, through the Ilfracombe Healthy Homes project. North Devon Homes will provide housing management, repairs and maintenance support for the council’s newly acquired social rent homes, helping to ensure residents benefit from high-quality homes and services from day one. The partnership builds on a relationship that began more than 25 years ago when North Devon Council transferred its housing stock to North Devon Homes, creating an independent, not-for-profit housing association focused on providing high-quality homes and services for local communities. North Devon Homes now manages more than 3,300 homes across the district and brings extensive experience in housing management, repairs and maintenance. As a Registered Provider, North Devon Council can develop and acquire homes that will be let at affordable rents to local people. Income returns generated from the housing stock will be reinvested into delivering further secure, affordable and sustainable homes across the district.
Councillor Graham Bell, Lead Member for Housing at North Devon Council, said: “This is a landmark moment for North Devon Council and for housing in our district. Becoming a Local Authority Registered Provider means that, for the first time in more than 25 years, we can directly provide social housing and take a leading role in delivering the homes our communities need. “We know that finding an affordable home remains one of the biggest challenges facing many residents. This milestone demonstrates our commitment to being part of the solution and ensuring that people can continue to live and thrive in North Devon.” Marc Rostock, Director of Neighbourhoods at North Devon Homes, said: “We are proud to have supported North Devon Council in reaching this important milestone. By combining the council’s ambition with our experience of developing and managing affordable homes, we can help deliver more high-quality housing for local people. “The demand for affordable housing in North Devon remains high, and partnerships like this are essential if we are to meet that need and create thriving communities for future generations.” The partnership reflects a shared commitment to increasing the supply of affordable housing, investing in local communities and ensuring residents have access to good-quality homes and services. Both organisations will continue to work together to help tackle housing challenges across North Devon and support local people to live and thrive within their communities.
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Government urged to support North Devon farmers affected by bluetongue North Devon Council’s Scrutiny and Policy Development Committee is calling on the government to provide greater support to local farmers affected by the bluetongue outbreak. The committee has written to Dame Angela Eagle MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, outlining the serious financial and practical pressures the virus has placed on livestock farmers in North Devon, as well as the potential long-term impacts. In its letter, the committee says the outbreak has added to existing pressures facing farmers, with livestock deaths, veterinary costs and the cost of disposing of fallen stock placing further financial strain on affected businesses. It highlights reports from a local fallen stock collector that collections were running at five to six times the normal level for late summer, along with concerns about the pressure this has placed on both farmers and the businesses providing these essential services. The committee has also raised concerns about the response to the outbreak, including lengthy waits for disease testing, difficulties accessing vaccines, and challenges with the systems for reporting suspected cases and recording vaccinated animals. It warns that some of the longer-term consequences of the outbreak may not yet be fully apparent, with concerns raised locally including the potential effects on fertility and breeding, the cost of replacing breeding stock and additional expenditure on medicines, treatment, and feed. It is asking for the cost of future vaccine supplies to be underwritten and for compensation for those who have faced significant livestock losses. The committee is also calling on the government to take action to strengthen its response to any future outbreaks, with disease testing facilities to be properly funded and able to respond effectively to outbreaks, for a simple and accessible reporting system to be introduced, and for information and guidance from APHA and Defra to be accurate, up to date and support faster testing. Councillor Becky Coombs, Chair of North Devon Council’s Scrutiny and Policy Development Committee, said: “Farming is at the heart of North Devon and our farmers play an essential role in producing our food, caring for our countryside and supporting our local economy. We want to see them given the practical support they need to recover from this outbreak and become more resilient to future disease threats. “This outbreak has placed yet another significant pressure on farming businesses that are already facing extremely challenging circumstances. We have heard about the devastating loss of livestock as well as the considerable additional costs farmers are having to meet. “We want the government to recognise the scale of the impact and learn lessons from this outbreak. Farmers need confidence that vaccines will be available when they are needed, that testing can be carried out promptly and that the systems they are expected to use are straightforward and effective.” Please mention Molton Monthly Magazine when contacting advertisers
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Live music in South Molton! South Molton Acoustic Sessions is a family-friendly open mic, running on the 3rd Saturday lunchtime of every month. Live music is from 12-2pm. These music sessions started in April 2023 and began life at The Coaching Inn, South Molton. Since the change of ownership at The Coaching Inn, the open mic has travelled a little around the town and we’ve found a wonderful new home at Bar 27. We love providing a platform for musicians and songwriters. Many of the musicians are local, but some travel from all over Devon, Somerset and beyond. We started off very small with only a few performers and it has grown and evolved into a very friendly community of musicians and music-lovers. People come along to meet other musicians, form collaborations, socialise and, most of all, enjoy the music! We’ve heard some amazing songwriting and performances over the past few years and it is very exciting to be putting South Molton on the musical map. Performers have ranged from 2-89 years old and we welcome all styles and abilities, from beginners to professionals alike. The open mic is run by local trio, Arnwyn, and has a very supportive atmosphere. We are very fortunate to have an encouraging, listening audience. Bar 27 is a lovely warm and welcoming venue, with a well-stocked bar and hot & cold drinks. Light lunches are available to pre-order. Contact Bar27 direct for food orders. To see some of the music, please go to our YouTube channel @southmoltonacoustic . For more information or to contact us, see our website: southmoltonacoustic.co.uk
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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 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 574187(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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