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Autumn is officially upon us; schools are set to return after a turbulent few months and a new normal is beginning to take shape.

Settling back into a new normal will never be easy however, we have compiled some ideas together that we think will help your physical and mental health following the distressing months in lockdown. If you are searching for some motivational ways to get active around Plymouth this September then be sure to check out ‘Health After Lockdown’ on pages 22 & 23.

Now that gyms are back in full swing, there is uncertainty surrounding the safety of gyms.

We interviewed Fort Stamford Health & Fitness where it was clear they have gone above and beyond to protect their members from Covid-19. Follow the history of the club in an inspirational story and find out more about Fort Stamford and their safety measures. (pages 18 & 19) The disturbance of the pandemic has drastically affected local business and it is with our support that we can help to save them! We have gathered together some local events from markets and pop-up restaurants to the long-awaited Box museum! Turn to pages 12 & 13 to find out about these events and more happening in September. What better way to support your local businesses than to take a short break in Devon or Cornwall and explore what your local area has to offer! We are so fortunate to have an abundance of stunning scenery here in the South West so head to pages 8 & 9 for some unique ideas.

I hope you have an enjoyable September!

Enjoy this issue and stay safe!

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Contents

September 2020

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Dream Doors

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Westcountry Tile & Bathroom

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Realistic Home Improvements

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Local Short Breaks & Getaways

A fresh approach to a new kitchen

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What’s Back On

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Drinking and Dining Local Directory

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Seasonal Recipe Ideas

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Fort Stamford Health & Fitness

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Your guide to events taking place in September

Our extensive list of local places to eat and drink

Sweet, savoury; vegan, vegetarian and meat recipes, fresh this season

Business Profile: We speak with Royston Sumner about how he and his team have gone above & beyond to get Fort Stamford open again during this time of uncertainty

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The Chestnut Appeal

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Health After Lockdown

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Plymouth Will Writing Service

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Mortgages 4 Plymouth

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Autumn Equinox

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Wyatt Brothers

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Editors Guide on what to watch

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LOCAL SHORT BREAKS AND GETAWAYS! Schools are back in September so now is the perfect time to plan a little getaway with you and you loved ones. What better place to go then Devon and Cornwall!

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f you are looking for the perfect way to enjoy holiday time with your loved ones without the stress of travelling abroad, then a staycation might just be what you need. As we navigate our new normal, enhanced measures are set in place for UK breaks, still providing all the fun of the great outdoors but complying with the government rules set out. This means you can have peace of mind when venturing on your great UK break.

The counties of Devon and Cornwall strike gold when it comes to what’s on offer, from cosy country pubs and coastal walks, to stretches of moorland and golden sand, these drawing factors have caught the eye of many over the years, making them a firm favourite for a staycation.

DEVON No two visits here are ever the same.

From the Jurassic Coast and the English Riviera, to the bustling cities of Plymouth and Exeter, it offers up a range of great

family friendly resorts and cosy cottage hideaways for an unforgettable time away.

The well-looked after Bantham estate has a long sandy beach, perfect for taking romantic strolls at sunset. Bantham has views of the famous Burgh Island, which is at an easy reach by car, and the River Avon that runs along the side of the beach. The beach is a great place to surf with the Bantham Surfing Academy. There is a friendly pub in Bantham village called The Sloop inn where you can enjoy some pub grub after a blustery walk, it is also a reasonably priced B&B. Thurlestone is the next beach to the left of Bantham which is similarly sandy and picturesque. Thurlestone Hotel is the perfect romantic getaway spot which boasts views of the sea, 2 pools and a golf-course. From this hotel, both Thurlestone beach and Bantham beach are easily accessible.

The picturesque town of Beer is situated on the Jurassic coast. With quaint, independent shops that line the road, be sure to have a browse and support local businesses! Following the road will bring you to the shingle beach, full of fishing boats, still bringing back their daily catch.

There is a coastal walk which takes you up to the headland, on the South West Coast Path, which has stunning views of the beach and town down below.

Enjoy a romantic getaway up in the trees a short drive from Beer. Located 5 minutes from Honiton, The Nest

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Treehouse sits up in the trees in complete tranquillity. This is ideal for couples, complete with a balcony to watch the day come to an end.

Dartmoor We are so blessed to have a natural beauty like Dartmoor on our doorstep.

We have compiled some interesting and hidden things that Dartmoor has to offer as well as accommodation ideas to make it feel like you are far from home.

There are a wide range of hotels and B&B’s in Dartmoor to choose from.

Moretonhamstead has the biggest variety of hotels, which is a great location to explore every inch of Dartmoor. In-particular, The White Hart Hotel offers immaculate bedrooms with a delicious hot breakfast included. Your four-legged friends are also welcome at this hotel!

Getting back in touch with nature is encouraged more than ever with

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Leisure & Events growing concerns of climate change disrupting nature. Because of this, Dartmoor encourages you to wild camp at their many spots available for free!

They only advise you respect the area and the wildlife with no campfires, BBQ’s, motorhomes or large groups. Only 15 minutes from Plymouth city centre, you can park at Lowery Cross car park and set up camp at the top of the hill with the endless views of Devon and Cornwall.

On the other side of the hill is Burrator Reservoir which is a stunning spot to walk along at sunset.

Haytor rock and all of Dartmoor’s tors are an obvious start, predominantly because you just can’t miss them! However, if you are wanting to explore the moors in more depth, the eerie, moss encased trees of Wistman’s Woods is the place to go! With a picturesque walk, starting just past Two Bridges, you will reach the 3.5 hectares of, so-say, haunted woodland.

If you are after something more family friendly, we are very fortunate to have an amazing camping site at The River Dart Country Park. Their family friendly attractions include an assault course, mini zip wire, bike trail and much more!

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CORNWALL Lose yourself in time with a stay that will have you exploring the great outdoors, walking hidden beaches, and fuelling your adrenaline with an incredible array of activities. The culture and identity have evolved through history in Cornwall, going back more than 6000 years, and its heritage is still alive and found throughout the region.

Sennen cove is an ideal spot for surfers. Labelled one of Cornwall’s best surfing spots, you can hire a board and give it a go! And if you don’t fancy a brisk dip in the sea, then take a stroll to Lands’ End. The fairly easy 25-minute walk, will bring you along the coast path which takes you to the most southern point of England.

There are a wide range of cosy holiday cottages, complete with log burners, dotted around this section of coast which is an ideal spot to explore more of what Cornwall has to offer. You can find these on such websites including www. holidaylettings.co.uk or www.homeaway. co.uk

Camping at River Dart Country Park River Dart Country Park have 234 camping pitches, all just a few minuites walk to the park facilities. With ample space, great facilities and an abundance of activities on offer, there is plenty to keep you and the family busy.

St Nectan’s Glen is one of Cornwall’s most beautiful hidden gems. With three waterfalls, a woodland walk and a café, this spectacular natural wonder is a must see! To find out more, head to their website www.stnectansglen.co.uk

If a quirky, modern cabin is your style, you can stay in one of Kudhva’s many cabins, located a few miles from St Nectan’s Glen. Complete with its own hot tub overlooking the coastline, this is an idyllic little gem to relax and unwind. For more information or to book, head to their website www. kudhva.com and be sure to watch their video for inspiration.

There are endless possibilities to explore Devon and Cornwall with your loved ones this year. Come rain or shine, the South West is always a stunning place to explore for your staycation. With a wide range of accommodation from camping and treehouses to 5-star hotels, there is plenty to choose from to make it the perfect holiday. If this sounds like your cup of tea, then make sure you get in touch with Alan Witt, a travel expert from www. notjusttravel.com/alanwitt who will help you to plan your, much-needed getaway!

If your lifestyle is a little more adventurous, then Lydford Gorge is for you. With the footpath meandering around the wooded glade, you will end up at Whitelady waterfall. Lydford Gorge is the deepest gorge in the South West with swirling whirlpools known as the ‘Devil’s Cauldron’. As we reach the Autumn months, this is a great place to visit when

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THE BOX PLYMOUTH Tavistock Place, Plymouth Tuesday 29th September

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Plymouth will be revealing the brand new museum, The Box! PLYMOUTH ART WEEKENDER Multiple venues across Plymouth Friday 25th, Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th September This ambitious three-day art event takes place annually across the city of Plymouth.

The Plymouth Art Weekender confidently celebrates Plymouth, its people and the visual arts, promoting the city as an exciting contemporary art destination.

The event showcases a vast array of exhibitions throughout the city, drawing artists and large audiences from Plymouth and beyond.There are activities for all ages and unique exhibits popping up in unexpected venues. For more details and to find out who will be taking part, head to www.plymouthartweekender.com.

FOUR ELEMENTS POP UP RESTAURANT

Royal William Yard, Plymouth Saturday 12th September - Sunday 13th September Four Elements are coming to Plymouth!

Chefs Ben and Andy believe that the essence of the perfect plate of food is to use the very best of local and sustainable ingredients. Cooking with the four elements - Earth, Water, air & fire, Ben and Andy will be creating a pop up restaurant on the cobbles of the Royal William Yard. You can expect fresh seafood, smoked meats and veggies, along with their famous ‘elements fries’ and nachos. To book a table or to enquire about the menu, visit their website www. levignoble.co.uk/events.

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Plymouth CENTRAL Library Armada Way, Plymouth Monday 10th August The central library has re-opened its doors to the public to browse their wide array of books, DVD’s and audiobooks. The 6 PC’s are now available between 10am and 3:45pm for sessions up to 45 minutes.

These sessions can be pre-booked by calling 01752 305901. Printing is also now possible however payments must be processed by card only. You can now use the Plymouth Library app or the online catalogue via the website to reseve books and search the catalogue again.

Plymouth TRAILS APP Available for IOS and Andriod Immediate Release Plymouth has just released a new selfguided app that takes you on a journey through Plymouth’s past. Plymouth Trails is free to download and includes three new tailored trails; one being The mayflower trail, following a circular route around the Barbican, see the buildings and meet the people that shaped the city in the 1620’s, when the Mayflower ship and its passengers set sail for America. The second trail is called The City Trail, this allows you to discover at ease a different side to the imposing post-war architecture in the city centre as you learn more about how the city was rebuilt following the Blitz during World War II. And finally, The Plymouth Hoe Trail lets you enjoy a walk along the coast, delving into Plymouth’s maritime history.

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The long-awaited opening date has been released for Plymouth’s new museum and art gallery The Box. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the previous opening date had to be delayed but as of 29th September, we will be able to view the multi-million-pound museum. There will be a special preview weekend from Friday 25th September for Plymouth’s residents who took part in the ballot for earlybird tickets earlier this year. Packed full of Plymouth’s incredible collections, The Box will include 14 monumental ships’ fugureheads, thousands of natural history specimens, a full-size woolly mammoth replica, paintings, maps and plants from its archives. The Box will open with the mayflower 400: Legend and Legacy.

This will be the national commemorative exhibition for the Mayflower 400 anniversary. Tickets are free to Plymouth residents and under 18s. Tickets for non-residents will be just £5.

LOVE LOCAL FOOD & GIFT MARKET Plymouth Albion RFC, Plymouth Sunday 20th September Support local businesses with this new ‘Love Local Food & Gift’ market. This market occurs once a month and is re-opening again from September! You will expect an array of over 60 food and git exhibitors as well as, street food, live music and a bar. Bring your picnic blanket as the market is located outdoors and this will enable you to soak up the atmosphere! Entry is free but you must register before, you can find more information and to book at www. visitplymouth.co.uk/whats-on.

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Leisure & Events BIKE NIGHTS Plymouth Hoe Promenade Every Thursday from 17:45-21:00 Fill the Plymouth Hoe Promenade of motorbikes every Thursday. Bring your motorbike and be a part of a large community of motorcycle enthusiasts on the Hoe. Alternativly, if you don’t own a Motorbike you can admire the views of hundreds of others. If you wish to take part, a donation of £1 is appreciated and all proceeds go to the Chestnut appeal men’s cancer charity.

KINGSBRIDGE FARMERS MARKET Kingsbridge, Devon Saturday 5th & Saturday 19th September Enjoy a vast array of local farmers produce with fresh fruit and veg as well as a glistening array of fish and crab straight from our Devon shores. This local market is held on the town square and its produce doesnt spread further than a 30 mile radious making it an ideal market to support your local businesses during these uncertain times. Kingsbridge farmers market have also introduced some local crafts- all of these are sold to you by the person who has grown, made, cooked or designed the produce. They will be there come rain or shine!

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Gaze upon hundreds of motorbikes as the sun sets on Plymouth Hoe Promenade.

PLYMOUTH ARTS CINEMA Plymouth College of Art, Tavistock Place, Plymouth Saturday 26th September The independent cinema for everyone is set to re-open its doors from Saturday 26th September following months of closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Similarly, to Plymouth’s Arts Cinema, the majority of independent cinemas are planning a September opening due to the quiet months and the lack of film availability due to Covid-19. As part of the Plymouth Weekender, on 26th-27th September, the cinema will be screening ‘This Is Us’, a free programme of short films on a drop-in basis. This will include films chosen by and with the PAC team and volunteers to reflect the diversity of what cinema offers. This includes screening films by black and ethnic minority diverse, female and LQBT+ filmmakers.

YOGA AND BREAKFAST The Terrace Cafe and Bar, Plymouth Every Thursday Wake up and feel energised and ready for the day with Yoga and Breakast at The Terrace Cafe and Bar. Palm Tree Yoga is bringing you yoga sessions every Thursday morning from 7AM-8AM followed by a delicious gluten free and vegan breakfast, coffee and juice! They welcome all levels of experience, even if you have never tried it before. With stunning panoramic views of Plymouth Sound, there is nowhwere better to enjoy a spot of Yoga and feel truely relaxed before the day begins. A single session including breakfast will cost you £15, there is limited space so make sure you book in advance. To book your spot, email Sophie on sophie@ thepalmtreeyoga.com

NATIVE MAKERS VUE CINEMA Barbican Leisure Park, Plymouth Friday 21st August Sit back and enjoy the latest movies at the city’s state of the art cinema. Due to the Coronavirus restrictions and a lack of new films being released, Vue had to shut its doors to customers however, from the 21st August, you will be able to catch up on the films we have all been waiting for. Relish in the new hit movies set to be released in September and escape into worlds beyond our own.

Ocean Studios, Plymouth Saturday 19th September The Native makers are back by popular demand! Browse at plenty of incredible and unique items! Prints, garments, jewellery, accessories and much more!

There will also be an array of sustainable and environmentally concious items. Native Makers will bring you a mini version of their markets to this beautiful listed arts venue in the historical Royal William Yard. Grab a coffee, some freshly baked treats, browse our makers and chill out in the courtyard with the sound of the sea. The market will be open from 10am-3pm.

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Gables has been helping the regions unwanted and abandoned dogs and cats since 1907. We take in and care for nearly 1000 cats and dogs every year!

We are a non-euthanasia charity, w hich means no healthy animal in our care is put to sleep.

We receive no Government funding so rely completely on the generosity and support of the public through donations and legacies. We need your help to care for unwanted and abandoned animals in your local area.

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DRINKING AND DINING Local Directory Bars & Cocktail The Treasury Annabel’s Le Vignoble The Slug and Lettuce The Refectory Tigermilk Seco Lounge The Blues Bar & Grill Barbican Botanics Gin

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Recipe ideas

Why not try some of our seasonal recipes for September! Apples, blackberries, and courgette are among some of the great produce in season.

apple and blackberry crumble Crumble topping: 120g plain flour, 60g caster sugar, 60g unsalted butter (room temp) Fruit: 300g Braeburn apple, 30g unsalted butter, 30g demerara sugar, 115g blackberries, ¼ tsp ground cinnamon.

Serves: 4 Difficulty: Easy Cook: 35 mins

One Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Tip 120g plain flour

and 60g caster sugar into a large bowl. Add 60g unsalted butter, then rub into the flour using your fingertips to make a light breadcrumb texture.

Two Sprinkle the mixture evenly over a baking sheet and

bake for 15 mins or until lightly coloured. For the compote, peel, core and cut 300g Braeburn apples into 2cm dice.

THREE Put 30g unsalted butter and 30g demerara sugar in

a medium saucepan and melt together over a medium heat. Cook for 3 mins until the mixture turns to a light caramel. Stir in the apples and cook for 3 mins. Add 115g blackberries and ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, and cook for 3 mins more. Cover, remove from the heat, then leave for 2-3 mins to continue cooking in the pan.

Four To serve, spoon the warm fruit into an ovenproof gratin dish, top with the crumble mix, then reheat in the oven for 5-10 mins. Serve with vanilla ice cream if you wish.

Chicken,plum and sweet spice traybake 6–8 skin-on chicken thighs. For the marinade - 2 plums (about 80g), quartered and stones removed, 1 tsp whole coriander seeds, 1 tsp whole fennel seeds, 1 tsp salt, 1⁄4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 1 garlic clove, peeled, 1 tbsp demerara sugar, 3 tbsp red wine vinegar, 2 tbsp olive oil. For the roasting tray - 2–3 celery sticks, 1 onion (peeled and cut into wedges), 6 garlic cloves (unpeeled 6–8), plums (about 240g, quartered and stones removed), 1 tbsp demerara sugar, A few sprigs of tarragon, to garnish Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.

Serves: 3-4 Difficulty: Easy Cook: 50 mins

One Make the marinade by blitzing everything together in

a food processor until you have a smooth puree. Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs and mix well to make sure they are evenly coated. Cover and place in the fridge to marinate: a couple of hours will do the trick but you can leave it for up to 24 hours.

Two Heat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/425°F/gas mark 7.

Place the celery, onion, garlic and half the plum quarters in a large roasting tray.

Three Top with the chicken thighs, skin-side up, and pour

any remaining marinade over the chicken. Season with some salt and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes, then remove the tray and baste everything well with the juices that have formed at the bottom.

Four Reduce the temperature to 200°C/180°C fan/400°F/gas mark 6 and return the chicken to the oven for a further 10 minutes.

Five Add the remaining plum quarters. Sprinkle with the sugar and roast for a final 10 minutes. Remove from the oven, baste again and garnish with a few tarragon sprigs before serving.

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Marrow chutney 1½ kg/3lb 5 oz marrow (peeled and deseeded), 225g shallot (sliced), 225g apple (peeled, cored and sliced), 225g sultana, 2cm piece ginger (finely chopped), 225g demerara sugar, 850ml malt vinegar, 12 black peppercorns Difficulty: Medium Prep: 40 mins Cook: 25 mins

ONE Cut the marrow into small pieces, put in a bowl and sprinkle liberally with 2 tbsp salt. Cover and leave for 12 hrs.

Two Rinse and drain the marrow, then place in a preserving pan

or large saucepan with the shallots, apples, sultanas, ginger, sugar and vinegar. Tie the peppercorns in muslin (or put into a small enclosed tea strainer) and place in the pan. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring from time to time, until the consistency is thick.

Three Leave to settle for 10 mins, then spoon into sterilised jars put on the lids and label. Will keep for a year in a cool, dark place.

sweetcorn fritters 100g self-raising flour, 1 free-range egg (beaten) 3 tbsp soured cream, 2-3 tbsp whole milk (optional), 2 sweetcorn, kernels removed with a sharp knife, Bunch spring onions, (sliced) Olive oil for frying, Handful cherry tomatoes (finely chopped), 1 avocado (finely chopped), 1 red chilli (deseeded and finely chopped), Juice 1 lime, 2 tbsp extravirgin olive oil, Handful fresh coriander (chopped) Serves: 4 Difficulty: Easy Cook: 30 mins

ONE Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl with a pinch of salt.

Make a well in the centre and add the egg and soured cream, then mix gradually using a wooden spoon, adding the milk if the mixture seems a little thick. Mix in the sweetcorn and half the spring onions.

Two Heat a little oil in a large non-stick frying pan and fry a

heaped tbsp of the mixture in batches for 2-3 minutes, turning halfway, until golden brown.boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring from time to time, until the consistency is thick.

Three Combine the remaining ingredients with the remaining spring onions as a salsa, season and serve with the fritters.

Plum and almond pastry

Tangy couscous and courgette salad

320g all-butter puff pastry sheet, 4 tbsp ground almond.

800g plums (halved and stoned) 25g flaked almond, 3 tbsp caster sugar, plus extra to serve

300g couscous, veg stock, 2 courgettes, 1bsp olive oil, 100g feta (crumbled), 20g parsley, juice 1 lemon.

Serves: 6 Difficulty: Easy Cook: 30 mins

ONE Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Line a very large

rectangular baking sheet with baking parchment. Unravel the roll of pastry and carefully lift on top. Sprinkle over the ground almonds and scatter the plums to make an even layer. Sprinkle with the flaked almonds, then the sugar.

Two Bake for 18-20 mins until the pastry is golden and the

plums are tender. Allow to stand for 10 mins to cool a little, then sprinkle with a little more sugar and serve.

Serves: 4 as a Side Difficulty: Easy Cook: No Cook

One Cook the couscous or bulgur wheat in vegetable stock

according to pack instructions. Trim the ends off the courgettes, then cut into slices. Heat a griddle pan or grill.

Drizzle the courgette slices with oil, then season.

Two Cook for 2 mins, then turn over and cook 1-2 mins

more until softened and golden brown. Tip into a large bowl along with the cooked couscous or bulgur wheat, then mix through the remaining ingredients. Serve at room temperature.

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Dedication, a few helpful connections and a strong passion for squash is the reason why Fort Stamford and it’s four squash courts are still here today. The backbone of Fort Stamford belongs in the hands of one very hardworking and unstoppable man, Royston Sumner. A sense of community and diversity is at the heart of this club, and Royston and his team have gone above and beyond to make Fort Stamford a very safe gym at this time of uncertainty. We spoke with Royston to discover how Fort Stamford Health & Fitness came about, a little bit about his background and the important measures they have in place to reassure their members during the coronavirus pandemic to make this club one of the safest in Plymouth.

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quash and more latterly Racketball, are at the very heart of this health club. As a junior, Royston played when it was just a 4 court squash club sited in the dungeons of the fortress. 10 more courts were then built, with a pool and snooker room, in its moat over 40 years ago.

Royston was a high profile squash player, he moved to Paignton in his mid 20’s as an insurance loss adjuster, captained the county squash team and was playing for Newton Abbot squash club at that time. It was the social side of the sport that he found almost as appealing as the sport itself! In the absence of a manager, he continued to help the owner of Fort Stamford, Ray Larson, by running tournaments, the shop and the junior section at the Fort but this was difficult given the distance involved. The heydays of the sport had passed along with the drink culture of that era. The financial viability of the club was grime.

At the sprightly age of only 26, following discussions with Ray about the Forts future, Royston was not able to resist the chance of running the club himself and agreed to

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lease the premises in an attempt to revive the sports fortunes.

“So, I gave up my suit and tie job and that was what happened.” Said Royston.

Royston was never a wealthy man so his visions for the club were always thwarted by a lack of money. So long as he kept squash running, that gave him the sense of achievement he longed for. With his first loan from the bank he fixed the showers, court floors and reconfigured the bar area.

More and more people came back to play squash after these changes and sure enough the club grew.

Royston said, “It was a difficult concept, losing courts to save courts but that’s what I had to do!’

With Royston’s second loan from the bank he transformed a few of the courts into a typical 1990’s style gym which gave him the money to keep the remaining courts open.

In 2008, not knowing the banks were on the verge of collapse, Royston embarked on a huge building project only to find the bank renege on their funding agreement.

It knocked him off his feet. Royston was at the lowest point in his life where he almost lost everything. Every bank in Plymouth turned his request or monies down. Out of the blue, a ‘chap’ from Barclays in Newton Abbot phoned him up one day. In this fluke of luck, the ‘chap, Steve Reynolds, from Barclays also happened to be the treasurer of Newton Abbot Squash club and had admired Royston’s running of the Fort over the years since he left his

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Owner Royston Sumner club. After a long day going through the project he bought into Royston and not just the business, authorised the loans and effectively saved the health club from financial ruin.

With new funding, he refurbished the health club, added a jacuzzi, sauna, toning salon, and extended the pool to make it what it is today. With the investment, members came flooding in, he paid the final payment back to the bank in October 2019. Just the mortgage to go, or so he thought. Royston’s debt was not over yet for then came Coronavirus, the biggest pandemic of our lives and has forced Royston to invest further, this time in safety measures.

Approximately £25,000 in fact! Royston and his team are eternally grateful for the support that the members have given during this time, this gradual flow of income enabled Fort Stamford to survive, pay the bills and to put in place the measures that members would have wanted to ensure it was a safe place to return.

“I want to emphasise that the measures in place at the Fort ensure that this gym at least, was not an environment that most gyms are perceived to be” said Royston.

Fort Stamford has taken some extraordinary precautionary measures above and beyond any gym we’re aware of in Plymouth. They are using products produced by TECcare called Ultra, Control and Daily to treat all surfaces.

They are water based, environmentally friendly, non-corrosive and doesn’t

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Health & Beauty irritate skin. The product is applied with a spray gun which statically charges the product so that it completely envelopes the objects being treated, even the most complicated parts of gym equipment. This spray has been applied to every single bit of equipment, flooring, toilets, and all touch points and handles. This will continue to kill germs for up to 3-4 weeks. As an added precaution, they re-apply the product every 2-3 weeks for members safety.

When you enter the club, your temperature is checked with a thermal imaging camera to ensure you don’t have a fever. There are disinfectant bottles located in all areas of the club available for you to wipe down any equipment you have just used. This spray provided, unlike most, won’t remove the Ultra spray from the equipment. There are plenty of hand sanitising stations dotted throughout for your personal use

Fort Stamford wants everybody to feel welcome, the young and the old.

This diversity gives a great sense of community. The staff really do care about you and your health. Their membership includes the use of all the facilities but if you want to change your lifestyle, you need to exercise on a regular basis. It’s not just a question of what you do but how often you do it. When there are lots of things to do, it makes exercising regularly easier! Membership includes the use of the courts, the gym, classes, toning salon, pool and spa.

Anti-viral ventilation system

Royston said, “We haven’t put prices up at Fort Stamford for 30 years to existing members. It’s a loyalty thing, if you’ve supported us then we’ll support you.”

“With most other gym’s you have to pay for advice for this and advise for that. At the Fort it’s all included in your monthly price, no add-ons and of course, we offer so many more facilities” said Royston.

Spaced out gym equipment

Members can book via reception or online using a convenient App. Non-members book direct with the club. If you are not technically minded, you can just turn up at reception, however you run the risk of the activity being fully booked.

Gym entrance with temperature checker

Fort Stamford have also invested in a new sophisticated air ventilation system which kills all harmful germs in the air. This works by using ultraviolet light which kills the germs instantly and then re-disburses it as disinfected air.

Walking around Fort Stamford, it is clear that they have taken all of the precautionary measures and more to be able to reassure the concerned or elderly members that this is a very safe gym and club to be in.

“They were expensive measures, but they were important measures that make a clear statement that this club is a very safe club to come back to’’ said Royston.

Being healthy and keeping active is one of the most important things you should be doing especially given the current coronavirus pandemic. Not only will it get you fit and help you reach your goal weight, but exercise has so many benefits to your mental wellbeing, keeping you engaged, clearing your head and enabling you to make clearer decisions. For more information on how to stay healthy after lockdown, head to pages 22 & 23.

Future plans are to provide an extended reception area and the dream of a reinstating a glass backed court Racketball has been reintroduced a sport so much easier to play than squash. It was proving really popular prior to lockdown, particularly with women.

“I’m hoping that before I retire, Racketball will become more popular ensuring the viability of the courts and therefore the future of squash, the very reason I took the club on 30 years ago” said Royston.

Gym equipment sanitised with Ultra spray

Cafe & Coffee Shop It is clear that the passion of one man and his team has given this gym a new injection of life when it needed it the most, we were certainly impressed with how sophisticated and safe the entire environment was on our visit, and we are sure you will be too. To book a visit to Fort Stamford call 01752 407999 or go online and visit www.fortstamford.co.uk

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Vegetables are super!

Raising awareness of Men’s Cancers is at the heart of everything we do, and for 20 years we’ve aimed to make a marked difference to men’s health across the region.

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e believe that when dealing with a cancer diagnosis you can feel utterly lost and out of control of your own body, and we really want to help men through this initial step, and what can help is to do something you can control in your life.

It’s not only empowering, but it’s a big positive step to take when everything seems so negative, so we are helping men across the region access the best diet possible.

In a pioneering pilot project for the South West, we will be working with Riverford Organic, giving 250 men who are newly diagnosed with prostate cancer, two free veg boxes and a cookery book to set them on a more healthier journey, helping to not only take back a little bit of control, but to help live well during cancer treatments.

We will be launching this project at two local hospitals this autumn and also following this up with a special support group taster session, where patients can learn about different veg and how to cook them. More than 47,000

new cases of prostate cancer are diagnosed in the UK every year, that’s 129 men a day yet less than 30% of people know where the prostate gland is, let alone what it does, so a lot of work is still needed.

The success of the Chestnut Appeal is a testament to what can be achieved if we work together as a community. Over the coming years, we aim to improve these vital services and do much more in the area, helping reach more of the community. We have a lot to be thankful for, and a huge

amount to do in the future to ensure men’s health is continually talked about, that the South West corner of the UK isn’t forgotten about and, that we’re able to attract the very best technologies to the area. This is why we hold events like our swims, and this is why we encourage groups and clubs to fundraise for the charity, so we can keep our vital work going and help as many people as possible in our area.

During the pandemic charities have suffered in fact, UK charities are struggling to cope with a £10bn shortfall caused by soaring demand for their services and lost fundraising income due to the coronavirus pandemic, a study by Pro Bono Economics, an independent charity, shows.

Over the years we’ve realised that Men’s Health suffers from an imbalance and at the core of our work is highlighting this most common cancer in men, as well as Prostate Cancer, we also raise awareness of Testicular Cancer and Penile Cancer, two other quite treatable cancers that sadly if left can be devastating. We believe it is vital to get more men talking about their health and taking action when they feel like something could be wrong, and a lot of our time is spent out in the community giving free talks and seminars about these three cancers. We also run a local support group online and in the community, we try to be there to help as much as we can.

So please consider supporting your local charity. To find out more about the Chestnut Appeal or to donate, head to www.chestnutappeal.org.uk

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HEALTH AFTER LOCKDOWN

Finding a new normal can be challenging, so we are sharing some of our ideas on how to stay healthy after lockdown.

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arlier in the year, we were told very abruptly to stay at home, wash our hands frequently and avoid any social interactions with people outside of our household. The biggest pandemic of our lifetime was happening right in front of our very eyes, and it was to no-one’s surprise that we saw a considerable rise in mental health cases within the first two weeks of lockdown. Let’s face it, we have had a whirlwind of a year already which has certainly taken a strain on our health and wellbeing. It is now more important than ever to keep our bodies healthy but not forget our minds as well.

MENTAL HEALTH It is a human’s natural instinct to talk, interact and be around other human beings. When you take this out of someone’s day-to-day life, even for one day, it can have considerable negative impacts on their mental health. We, as a nation, had to do this for over 3 months solid. We often see social media as a burden to society however, throughout lockdown, social media has been our means of keeping somewhat sane. Having the ability to see our friends and family over a video call or be able to message

them whenever we were feeling lonely has been the best medicine any doctor could prescribe.

Schools are set to begin again in September and for some children, they haven’t been to school since March. To say they have had a change to their lives is an understatement. The government has observed children as being very versatile, they can adapt to changing situations very quickly but this doesn’t mean it won’t affect them at all.

Children and teenagers may react very differently to starting school again.

Each and every pupil would have suffered a loss over lockdown, whether that be a relative who has passed or a loss of social interaction and routine.

If you are a parent or teacher, look carefully for signs of withdraw, anger, sadness or anxiety as everyone will react in different ways.

The same can be said for adults returning to work. There are plenty of specialist websites or phone lines you can contact or refer to if you are worried about yourself or your loved ones. For example, Samaritans and One You & Anxiety UK. The main thing to remember is that listening is enough. If you are not confident speaking about mental health yourself, allow another person to be able to speak to you. It can take a while for someone to open up to you, so start by talking about a common interest you have perhaps. Talking is the best way to take the weight off your shoulders.

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deprived of this for quite some time. As we mentioned previously, talking is one of the best ways to reduce stress and ease anxiety which will, in turn, benefit your mental health.

Completing mindfulness activities like sports, meditation, yoga; anything that enables you to concentrate on that particular hobby is a great way to distract the mind from any worries or anxieties.

Exercise During lockdown, there has been an increased number of people nationwide who jumped on the home workouts wagon or taking more time out of their day to do a form of exercise. Now that our schedules are slowly filling back up again, it is so important not to neglect exercise.

The easiest form of exercise is walking.

We do it every day. It is free, simple and one of the easiest ways to get more active, lose weight and become healthier. A powerwalk for 10 minutes a

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There are a wide range of walking routes in and around Plymouth for your use.

Plymouth’s Waterfront Walkway is a great route that starts at Admirals Hard and finishes at Jenny Cliff. There is a free map you can download on www. southwestcoastpath.org.uk which gives you an easy-to-follow route that even the kids can follow! This walking trail will take you along Plymouth’s Maritime environment as you walk the famous South West Coast Path, enjoying the stunning views on the way.

If you fancy going somewhere more manicured, head to Saltram. Grab a picnic and take a leisurely stroll across the regal grounds of the Estate. The paths are ideal for kids and easily accessible for wheelchair users. Saltram is owned by the National Trust therefore, unless you have a membership, it will cost you £8 for adults and £4 for children to enter the gardens and an additional £3 for parking.

Pre-booking is required. For more walking trails owned by The National Trust, head over to www.nationaltrust.org.uk If you are after a slightly faster paced adventure, why not try out one of Devon’s many beautiful cycle routes.

Plymouth Bike Hire offers a wide range of bikes with prices starting from £10 for a child’s bike and £15 for an adult bike. If you are worried about Covid-19, all bikes are sanitised before and after every hire. This is located at the beginning of the Plym Valley Trail which you can join for free.

If you own a bike and are wondering where you can take it for a spin, try Cann Woods. Situated near Roborough, Cann Woods is predominantly for the mountain biking enthusiasts with a range of trails and features including twists, turns, jumps

and even some berms. There are also tracks which are wider and steadier for the whole family to enjoy.

If you are thinking of doing something different, try out the Cann Woods Segway experiences and glide effortlessly through the trees taking in the surrounding woodland.

With Gym’s re-opening across the country, there are plenty to choose from in and around Plymouth. The array of gyms caters for different interests and abilities; from weight-lifting, boxing and health clubs as-well-as chain gyms.

Fort Stamford Health & Fitness centre offers a lifestyle, not just a gym. With fitness classes, swimming pool, squash courts and a conservatory overlooking the Plymouth Sound, this is all included in the membership price. For more information and re-assurance about Covid-19 and the safety at Fort Stamford, head to page 18 It is virtually impossible to live in a coastal city and not explore the range of activities on the water. Mount Batten Watersports & Activities Centre offers a wide range of supervised sessions to get you on the water. They are providing TryKayak and TrySUP sessions for mixed abilities and ages which is great fun for the family.

Healthy Eating With restaurants now open again, this is the time to support your local business and indulge in your favourite foods.

Covid-19 restrictions are still in place so make sure you are only with people of your own household or a part of your ‘support bubble’. Many restaurants and pubs now have a takeaway system in place so if you plan to meet a friend for a socially distanced meal, grab yourself a takeaway and eat it outside together as a

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picnic instead. The Hoe is a great place to enjoy a picnic whilst soaking up the views of the sea.

If you love to cook and enjoy fresh, inseason ingredients then take a look at our recipe guide for inspiration on page 16 Take advantage of the digital age and try out some of the free apps on offer for both Android and IOS devices. For apps dedicated to mental health look for; Calm, Headspace and Meditopia.

If you are searching for workout motivation, iprescribe Exercise gives you tailored exercise plans based on the information you supply. If you are looking for an app that could change your lifestyle, look for Deliciously Ella, Sleep Cycle and Smoke free. All these apps are free and the changes you make will have a positive impact on your daily life.

Make the most of the eases of lockdown and stay fit and healthy, in both your mind and body. There are endless possibilities for you to get outside and enjoy what Plymouth has to offer. With more places opening up day-by-day, it has never been more important to support local businesses and take care of your wellbeing.

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hilst it has always been important to make sure that you have a Will in place, the recent pandemic has made even the most confident amongst us think about their mortality and for this reason the Law Society has reported a significant increase in people choosing to make a Will.

‘LOCKDOWN WILLS’ The improvement of video calling technology has allowed solicitors to safely take instructions from clients during lockdown and continue to draft Wills whether in the office or whilst working from home however the difficulty arises when it comes to signing the documents.

Making a Will is important for many reasons. Rather than leave the government’s Intestacy Rules to decide who should inherit and have the right to deal with your assets (which is the case if you do not have a Will in place), if you have made a Will you instead get to decide who should sort out the paperwork upon your death, who you wish to receive your property, personal possessions and bank accounts, decide upon funeral wishes and appoint who is to be a guardian for your children.

It is vital that a Will be completed correctly. If a Will does not meet with the formal requirements, then it will not be valid. One of the requirements for a valid Will are for it to be signed in the presence of two witnesses. The witnesses must be independent therefore they cannot be family members, they must not be inheriting anything in your Will and they must be over the age of 18.

By making a Will you can also help to reduce the Inheritance Tax payable on your death as a solicitor can make sure that you leave your estate in the most tax efficient manner. It can also be used to reduce liability for nursing home fees in the future.

The requirement for two independent witnesses has caused problems for those wishing to execute their Wills whilst isolating during the Coronavirus outbreak. The social distancing rules in place currently do not allow contact with anyone from outside of your household.

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AUTUMN EQUINOX Tuesday 22nd September

The Autumn Equinox is an important event that everyone can celebrate. Read on to find out more about what it is, the harvest moon, celebrations and more!

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he Autumn Equinox is a special time for those who celebrate the beginning of Autumn. Many go out and take a glimpse up at the blissful moon that lights up their land or coastline. Just make sure you are ready on the 22nd of September!

WHAT IS IT? For those of you who may not be entirely familiar with what an Equinox is. It is two moments in the year when the sun shines directly on the equator and where night and day are nearly exactly the same length – 12 hours – all over the world. This is the reason it’s called an “equinox,” derived from Latin, meaning “equal night” (depending on location).

The autumnal equinox occurs in September each year whilst the spring equinox happens in March. In the Northern Hemisphere the date marks the end of Summer and signifies the beginning of Autumn! This year the autumnal equinox will occur on Tuesday 22nd of September at 2.30pm. After the autumnal equinox, the sun is rising later and nightfall comes sooner.

HARVEST MOON / CORN MOON Although the harvest moon is on October 1st this year, every 3 years to be precise, (most years it is in September) it is highly associated with the autumn equinox too!

September 2nd is also a time for the corn moon to take place so get ready to look up at the night sky for an exceptionally bright moon to dazzle your horizons.

pagan times. Harvest festivals traditionally were held on the Sunday nearest the Harvest Moon.

Thanksgiving celebrations are both worldwide and very ancient. People celebrate this day by singing, praying and decorating our churches with baskets of fruit and food.

Early English settlers took the harvest festival tradition with them to America.

These traditional festivals, once celebrated around the equinox, formed the basis of American Thanksgiving, which they now celebrate in November.

STONEHENGE Archaeologists believe a number of prehistoric sites were used by ancient people to track the position of the sun and predict equinoxes and solstices.

Some of these sites include Stonehenge and Newgrange in the UK! Did you know? Because the moon is particularly bright and rises early, in the past this allowed farmers to extend their working day so the name ‘harvest moon’ comes from when farmers harvested the last of their summer crops in the prolonged evening moonlight before winter came along.

Each year on the 22nd / 23rd September Druids, Pagans, families, tourists and travellers gather at Stonehenge early in the morning to mark the Spring Equinox and to see the sunrise above the stones. It Is definitely a great spiritual experience!

TIME FOR CELEBRATION What better way to celebrate this transitional time of year by marking the September equinox with a harvest festival? That time of the year when all the crops have been harvested, the Harvest Festival is a celebration of the food grown on the land!

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Christopher Robin

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A family favourite from Disney. Christopher Robin, now a working-class family man, has an unexpected encounter from his childhood friend Winnie-the-pooh. With Christopher’s help, Pooh embarks on a journey to find his friends -- Tigger, Eeyore, Owl, Piglet, Rabbit, Kanga and Roo. Once reunited, the lovable bear and the gang travel to the big city to help Christopher rediscover the joy of life.

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Released: 4th September

A Netflix original starring the likes of Tom Holland and Robert Pattinson. A psychological thriller, based on the 2011 award-winning book. In the 1960s after World War II in Southern Ohio, bizarre, compelling and mentally disturbed people suffer from the war’s psychological damages. Set in rural southern Ohio and West Virginia, The Devil All the Time follows a cast of compelling and bizarre characters from the end of World War II to the 1960s.

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This unique feature documentary is his witness statement. In his 93 years, David Attenborough has visited every continent on the globe, exploring the wild places of our planet and documenting the living world in all its variety and wonder. Now, for the first time he reflects upon both the defining moments of his lifetime as a naturalist and the devastating changes he has seen.

If you enjoyed the Channel 4 comedy, The Derry Girls, this is an obvious comparison. Based on the novel (Sopranos, by Alan Warner), Our Ladies follows a group of Scottish schoolgirls on a day trip to Edinburgh to perform in a choir competition. For these teens from a small town in the Scottish Highlands, it becomes a chance to escape their daily lives and run riot in the big city. With a soundtrack of the 1990’s, Our Ladies is full of nostalgia.

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DreamWorks Animation brings you, Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous. It follows the adventures of six teenagers who are chosen for a once-in-a-lifetime experience at an adventure camp on the opposite side of Isla Nublar. However, once the events of Jurassic World occur and the dinosaurs get loose, the teens find themselves stranded. Cut off from the outside world, the six have to rely on each other to survive

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A Netflix original full of misgivings, a young woman travels with her new boyfriend to his parents’ secluded farm. Trapped at the farm during a snowstorm with Jake’s mother and father, the young woman begins to question the nature of everything she knew or understood about her boyfriend, herself, and the world.

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Based on a true story, Dream Alliance is an unlikely race horse bred by small-town Welsh bartender Jan Vokes. With no experience, Jan convinces her neighbours to chip in their meager earnings to help raise Dream in the hopes he can compete with the racing elites.

Katherine Ryan’s first of two planned Netflix TV series drops in early September with the release of The Duchess. This Netflix sitcom follows the powerful and problematic choices of fashionably distruptive single mother living in London. Her daughter, Olive, is her greatest love so she debates a second child with her greatest enemy- Olives dad.

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