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The Care Forum’s 30th Birthday

n the 5th February 1986 after some months of planning, the Late Rev John Bradley (Methodist Minister) and Keith Hughes (Torrington’s DCC Community Education Tutor) formally met with some 15 other care, welfare and health workers, for the Forum’s first meeting. Keith explained, “I came to Torrington in January 1984 and was concerned by poor communication within the town. The Torrington events diary was up a flight of curving stairs in the then library, and barely used. Groups and organisations were running events at the same time, clashing horribly, hence The Crier was invented. Organisations concerned with health, welfare, and care were not communicating well with each other, today we would call it joined up thinking!” Against this background John and Keith planned the Care Forum.

So what does the Care Forum do and achieve?

Well it attracts both professionals and volunteers from a wide range of organisations, but all concerned with the community’s welfare. Beyond the aim of networking and information dissemination, our more significant achievements have been the CDT; the zebra crossing; unemployment club; regeneration group; youth club establishment and The Crier. The Forum is an excellent networking and information exchange group, where all attending can share their work interests, concerns and visions. We also discuss more general issues which might concern the whole community, including all our school catchment area villages. The Forum is open to all, whether you are directly linked to a caring group or are simply a caring person. Recently we have been holding ‘planning for the future’ sessions, which will help us respond to the needs and views of our members, so that the Care Forum can be a strong voice in our community for many years to come. We will be celebrating the Forum’s 30th birthday on Wednesday 11th May at The Bluecoat Centre, between 11-2pm and there will be light refreshments. If you represent a voluntary group who has an affinity to our own, please do come along and learn more about us and what has been achieved over the years by a very dedicated committee. Do come along and celebrate our special birthday with us. To help us with catering arrangements please email our secretary Judith Knock judithnock@btinternet.com or ring Richard Rumbold 01805 625662 to confirm your attendance.

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R I A 2 F 0 16 Y A M Great Torrington May Fair – Thursday May 5th 2016

Wheelchair Users ny wheelchair user/disabled person who wishes to come and see the May Fair celebrations are advised to be in the Square by no later than 10.15am. We do try to keep seats for disabled persons outside the Green Lantern, which are allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. Due to Health & Safety Regulations, it is very difficult to get wheelchair users/ disabled persons into the Square after 10.15am. Following the celebrations on May Fair day, help is required to put away the chairs that have been used. Anyone prepared to help, should meet in the Square at about 4.30/5pm. All assistance will be greatly appreciated.

Great Torrington Carnival Saturday May 7th 2016

Entry forms for the Torrington Carnival are available from Xanadu, South Street, Torrington. Please note all vehicles MUST carry the appropriate insurance. No intoxicating drinks will be permitted on any of the floats, or by walking entries that take part in the procession. Would all road users please note that various roads and streets in Torrington will be closed for a short time between 6- 8pm whilst the Carnival is proceeding through the town. Please bear with us but do expect some delay if your journey takes you through Torrington at this time. Please do not throw coins at the floats. Natasha Batty, Secretary Great Torrington May Fair & Carnival Committee

May Fair & Carnival – Expenses Incurred

ay Fair is not far away and all the committee are busy making sure arrangements are in place so residents and visitors alike, will once again be able to enjoy Great Torrington’s most important week of the year celebrating the magic of May Fair. Do you realise how much planning and money is needed to run these events? We list below some examples of expenses we face each year, and why your support is so important to us. Printing of raffle tickets and Programmes - £1,750 May Fair outfits for children - £1,300 Bands - £585 Carnival Prizes - £456 Carnival Queen & Attendants’ Dresses - £400 First Aid for all events - £400 Insurance to cover the events - £375 Road closures and licences - £320 Technical back-up - £300 Carnival Cups Engraving - £150 Sound & Music support - £130 Army Cadets - £75 Floral Dance prizes - £40 Every year we also have ongoing costs replacing equipment as required. Our main sources of income come from a grant given by the Town Council, the sale of raffle tickets, the sale of programmes and advertising in our programme, and of course the street collection on Carnival night. Please give generously to our collectors or the Carnival’s last appeal lorry on Saturday 7th May. Don’t forget, there is still time to submit your entry form and take part in this fun event. Forms are available from Xanadu, South Street, Torrington or you can download a copy from the Town Council website under the May Fair heading – www.great-torringtontowncouncil.gov.uk During March/April our booth will be in the Square to sell raffle tickets, with a first prize of £100 and lots of other raffle prizes, provided by our very generous traders in the town. Come along and see us, and of course it’s always lovely to hear your own personal memories of May Fair. If you feel you could help with fundraising or assist in any other way, such as stewarding at road junctions along the carnival route, please contact our secretary, Tash Batty, by email - tash.batty@gmail.com or telephone Richard Rumbold on 01805 625662. We look forward to hearing from you. Great Torrington May Fair & Carnival Committee (Pictures copyright Daves Pix)

We in North Devon have lost confidence in the people who run our NHS

hen will the Northern Devon Healthcare Trust /NEW CCG listen to what the people of The Crier wants to hear your Torrington want, or be transparent when views on local issues. Please send taking healthcare decisions! In the to torrington.crier@gmail.com, via propaganda released they are not telling our Facebook page, or to Castle Hill, the community the full truth. Short term Torrington, EX38 8AA. ‘temporary’ planning and keeping the public in the dark are what the NHS in North Devon is about. Their ‘temporary’ banner on the Hospital claims that they have brought more services to Torrington, but many of the so-called ‘new services’ are in fact not. Also we now know, despite their claims of success, that there have been many complaints about these services, but it suits the Trust to ignore them. We could say that we now have fewer services! We used to have two family planning sessions per week; more consultant clinics; an ENT service; a minor injury unit; more inpatient beds; more midwives and our health visiting service wasn’t managed by Virgin – to name but a few. Who are they trying to kid? Torrington people who used the well-loved hospital and its services are well aware of what we had before, and know the hospital is a shadow of its former self. Trying to fill it up with non-health care services, will not fool anyone. Furthermore, the steering group now deciding on the ‘new’ services for Torrington is run behind closed doors (at the insistence of the NHS). Even should we want to be part of this decision making process or just observe, we are not allowed! This is another example of the lack of openness, so characteristic of the ‘Torrington Test of Change’ and the Oversight Committee. When the NHS closed Torrington beds because of ‘under occupancy’, it was in fact 85% occupied and fully staffed. Where did all these community hospital nurses go? At an Ilfracombe Town Council meeting regarding their bed closures, Ms Diamond (Trust Chief Executive) stated that the ‘temporary’ closure of beds was caused by a ‘temporary’ shortage of registered nurses, which she promised to remedy shortly. Since then, how many RNs have been trained for employment in North Devon? Is the Ilfracombe closure truly ‘temporary’ or yet another way to plunder the community beds for financial gain to be substituted with a cheap community service? The reality of ‘enhanced’ community care is that North Devon has an overnight nursing service comprising of two registered nurses from 8pm till 2am and one from 2-8am, based in Barnstaple and covering an area from Ilfracombe to Holsworthy, for a population of roughly166,500 (a third of whom are over 65). North Devon was promised a safe well-funded community service to replace the beds taken. A Trust spokesperson recently admitted to the Devon County Council scrutiny committee, that no extra money had been put into community care since the hospital was closed. This can only be an overstretched and unsafe service. It would have shown more respect if Ms Diamond had been open and honest with the Devon public. We in North Devon have lost confidence in the people who run our NHS. Anne Wardman

Response from the Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust Devon County Council’s Health & Wellbeing Scrutiny Committee have set up a task group to review the home-based model of care in the Torrington area. The group is collating a vast amount of data and information, some of which will help to answer the queries raised by STITCH. We look forward to receiving the findings once they are published.

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f the NDDH Trust repeat their story of success often enough, they hope that our community will swallow the bitter pill of creeping privatisation of services. The only new service at our hospital is the scanner - the other services already existed and have just been relocated from elsewhere in the town. We know the true impact that the closure of our inpatient beds has had on our sick and vulnerable residents. Evidence shows us that all too often patients are being discharged at 2 and 3 in the morning - with no thought as to how they can get home. In a recent case, the patient was told he should get a taxi - which at £60 from Barnstaple to Torrington is hardly a viable option - or perhaps he would like to walk to Barnstaple bus station! Whilst the patient had received some treatment, he was still far from well, so where is the duty of care that everyone deserves? Where is the compassion and plain common sense? This approach is inhuman. We at STITCH had a meeting recently with our MP, and provided him with more patient stories to add to those that still have not been properly addressed from two years ago. He has promised to take them all to the Trust and get answers. The ‘system’ as it’s called, cannot succeed while home-based care has not been proven to be better than the 24/7 care previously given in our community hospital. Red alerts are common, touching black all too often. This is common knowledge to Torrington folk But the Trust think they can pull the wool over our eyes by continually denying it. They say that they have held lots of community meetings, talked to people and are aware of their needs and concerns. In my view this exercise has been a total waste of time and taxpayers’ money, and achieved nothing at all. Staff are doing their best to cope, whilst morale at NDDH is at an all-time low, but there is nothing to indicate that an improvement in services is imminent. Margaret Brown, Chair STITCH

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Little Frogs Pre-School

ittle Frogs Pre School is a dynamic preschool that offers a fully inclusive practice which caters for your child’s individual learning and development needs. Offering a wide range of activities to cover all aspects of the Early Years Foundation Stage and preparing them for school. We offer a secure outside area to promote physical development, encouraging your child to move freely and with confidence. At Little Frogs, your child has the chance to join with other children and adults to play, work and learn together with equipment and learning resources for the best start to their educational journey. They are helped to take forward their learning and development to build on what they already know, and make the preparations for school readiness. We have vacancies for September 2016, contact Tracey for further information. Little Frogs Pre School, Gas Lane, Torrington. Tel 01805 622747 Email: info@littlefrogspreschool.co.uk. Charity Commission 1156532

Please try to Think Local and support our local businesses whenever possible! This page is available for all advertisers to promote their business. For information contact Esther on 01805 603023 or torrington.crieradverts@gmail.com.

AW Windows

W Windows was established by Adam Woodhouse over 10 years ago, and has provided glass, plastic, aluminium and wooden products to many households and commercial properties throughout the UK and Channel Islands. Adam prides himself on the quality of his products and workmanship and has a small close-knit team delivering a quality service. You have peace of mind knowing a 10-year insurance backed guarantee is offered as standard, and confidence with the knowledge that the company is FENSA registered, (FENSA provides the legal standard for the fitting of windows and doors in the UK). Our customers are our priority and we can work with you to design a bespoke project, or upgrade your existing features. If you are looking for quality windows, doors, conservatories, porches, fascias, guttering and everything in between at an affordable price, then AW Windows is the company for you. Telephone 01769 560655 or 07968 472 972 for a free noobligation quotation.

Happy 15th Birthday to The Soap Kitchen

he Soap Kitchen is celebrating 15 years in Torrington this year. How time flies and what changes we have seen in the business. We continue to sell our range of handmade soap and toiletries in our South Street shop, and will be gradually introducing some exciting new products to celebrate. Since we established our business, handmade soap is now more readily available and our wholesale business supplies many other companies following this trend. The Soap Kitchen is a niche business that has grown over time, and helped inspire soap-making as a hobby in the UK. To celebrate our involvement in the craft industry, we will be selling our popular kits in the shop along with a variety of other products to inspire creativity. We will also continue to stock our range of gifts, incense, oils, cards and wrap, introducing new lines on a regular basis. We are happy to provide a ‘click and collect’ service from our Torrington shop for all the lovely ingredients and oils we sell on our website www.thesoapkitchen.co.uk. The website has grown with our business over the years and has recently had a makeover. Customers are also welcome to order in the shop, our staff are always happy to help. Thank you to all our customers over the past 15 years, we look forward to continuing our presence in the town. Best wishes Richard and Lesley Phillips, The Soap Kitchen.

Dog Training Classes at Taddiport Village Hall

Puppies, Teenagers and Adult Classes for all skill levels Trainers formerly from Puppy Gurus Nurturing the bond between you & your canine companion through force free, positive training For more information please call Rachael: 01409 282814 thehavendogcentre@gmail.com

Common News

Round The Tree Race

Bluebell walking!

pring again at last, and signs of new life are returning to the Commons. We have organised a bluebell walk in good time to see the glorious spectacle of a haze of blue on the woodland floor. Undoubtedly, you will see many other interesting spring arrivals on the way. Meet us at the Old Bowling Green, Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May at 2pm.

Clearance programme

Many people have asked us about the amount of clearing back which has been going on lately. As we have reported before, the Commons is a controlled wilderness, and if we didn’t keep things under control it would soon be overtaken by bracken, brambles and ‘invasive’ varieties of common trees, which would kill off the wide diversity of flora and fauna we enjoy today. Many native Torritonians will remember the Commons of years ago; a wide open space that was kept in check by grazing sheep and goats which are no longer around to help us, so our ranger Al Mitchell and his team of workers have to do that instead. They are clearing selected areas to allow other varieties to flourish and offer the most impressive views that have been obscured over the years.

Horse riding

The rainfall this winter has meant that some areas of the Commons, including favourite pathways, have become something of a quagmire. Unfortunately, whilst most responsible horse riders have kept to the designated routes, a few have helped to turn some paths into

virtual no-go areas. We hope that the horse riding community will help us return the Commons to its proper condition by riding responsibly, and letting us know when they see others causing damage. Unbelievably, some have even been seen cantering along pathways, which is potentially dangerous for unsuspecting walkers who have a right to be there.

And unfortunately…

…I have to write about isolated acts of selfishness, carelessness or downright vandalism on the Commons. We continue to receive reports of antisocial individuals, who ride bicycles, allow their dogs to litter the Commons or even ride motorbikes, doing damage to ecologically sensitive areas. These are all clear breaches of the bye-laws and the Conservators will take action when these individuals are caught. If you see any unlawful activity on the Commons, please let us know by phoning 01805 462463. Take notes, record number plates, take photos, even give us names if you can – but do not put yourself at risk! Steve Jones, Chairman

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he Torrington May Fair is upon us, and the Round The Tree race will again be part of the celebrations. Organised by Torrington AAC running club, the tough three-mile route makes best use of some of Torrington’s spectacular scenery. Starting in the Square, the course takes runners down through the commons and into Taddiport. Once past the tree, there’s a relatively flat stretch following Rolle Road before a final climb past the monument and back into the town. There are always warm cheers through the closing stages, which is a real boost to even the most tired legs. More importantly, there are a couple of pubs within staggering distance of the finish. This isn’t a race for the super athletes, it’s a challenge for all abilities. I’m told every year that people are put off because they don’t want to finish last. My response is simple, “You won’t be last, and you’ll beat all those people that didn’t bother trying.” So, have a go and help us keep this event strong in our town’s traditions. This year’s event takes place on Friday 6th May. There are separate races for juniors, women and men. Race entry can be completed before the event, please find the entry form at torringtonaac.org, or sign up on the evening. Also, find the ‘Torrington Round the Tree Race 2016’ Facebook page. Fancy dress is not essential, but always welcome. For the first time ever, all finishers will receive a free technical t-shirt as well as a memento. The last few years have seen an excellent turnout. So, either as a spectator or as a runner, we look forward to seeing you there. Michael Newcombe, Torrington AAC

Torridgeside Needs You!

here has never been a more exciting time to get involved with Torridgeside AFC. Our new committee has brought renewed energy and enthusiasm, and we have lots of plans to grow the club over the coming months.

Could You Coach the U9s & U10s?

One of our top priorities is to find a volunteer to manage/coach our new U9s and U10s team for next season. Perhaps you’d like to get involved with youth football, or have a child in school years 4 or 5 from September and would like to help grow the team they will be part of? We will fund your FA Level 1 coaching qualification and give you lots of support. If you are interested in finding out more, please contact us for an informal chat where we can tell you more about this exciting opportunity.

Torrington-Roscoff Exchange

he Torrington-Roscoff Exchange is gearing up for the visit from our French friends over May Fair. Our Facebook page “Torrington Roscoff Exchange has now gone public, so log on and see who we are and what’s happening. The more of us there are, the greater the enjoyment for everyone, and the more useful we can be to the community. Don’t forget our Pub Quiz at the Torrington Arms on Friday 8th April. Book your tables of six (or so) at £4 per head by phoning Nick or Anne Roberts on 01805 625765.

Congratulations to Torrington Cadets!

ongratulations to Corporal Maddison New, Corporal Freddie Webber, Lance Corporal Lukas Kunneke and Cadet Vincent Roberts on winning the Rod Symons Cup (the County 2:2 Competition). Also big congratulations to Cpl New for being the top shot in the whole County. This picture shows CPL Webber receiving the trophy on behalf of the Detachment from the Commandant of Devon ACF Colonel Fulford OBE.

Saturday Football Fun Club

of laughs and a chance to win some great prizes. We would love to see you there supporting your local club. Or how about sponsoring a pitch-side advertising board at Donnacroft? If you are a local business this is an excellent way to promote your company and support your local team. If you are interested in finding out more contact us on torridgesideyouthfc@ hotmail.co.uk, take a look at our website www.torridgesideyouthfc.co.uk, find us on Family Race Night Facebook at Torridgeside AFC or call us On Saturday 16th April we will be holding on 07544 025 232. a Family Race Night from 7:30pm in the We look forward to hearing from you! Torridge Vale Social Club. This fundraiser The Torridgeside Committee promises to be a fun night out, with plenty Our Saturday Football Fun Club is proving to be very popular. It is an open session for children in school years 1-6 at Bluecoat Primary School MUGA from 10am every Saturday. At just £2 for an hour’s session it’s a great introduction to football. Just drop in any time, the coaches will give you a warm welcome. As a self-funding club we rely heavily on fundraisers, sponsorship and donations – here are two ways you could get involved.

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e would like to update everyone with what we’ve been up to recently! After an excellent and well-supported home show last autumn, we’re pleased to say we’ve kept up the winning streak! Nathan Board (age 14) went to Weymouth before Christmas and boxed Oliver Carr from Weymouth Boxing Club. After a tactful first round, the bout opened up and Nathan began working behind his left jab. His fast combinations and solid punching ensured that he took the second and third rounds, gaining Nathan the well-deserved points decision. Excellent work Nathan, and there is a possibility of a rematch with his opponent in Weymouth again in April. In January we took Jack Pledger and Charlie Golder to box away at Plympton. Jack Pledger (age 12) had a re-match with Elliot Coldwell from Intense Boxing Club, Plymouth. He boxed him at Torrington on our last show and lost on points. But this time, straight from the bell, Southpaw Jack went forward throwing rights and lefts. He kept this up for all three rounds, gaining the unanimous decision from the judges. Excellent effort and it’s hoped to get a deciding bout in the future. Charlie Golder (age 14), had his first competitive bout, and was up against the more experienced Donald Walshaw, also from Intense Boxing Club, Plymouth. Charlie boxed with a great deal of caution in the first round, and was very defensive. However, in the second round Charlie came forward more, and in the final round was giving as good as he got.

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Unfortunately, after the slow start Charlie was unable to make up the deficit and lost on a very close decision. Great effort and we look forward to seeing your next bout. Last month, Billy Mann (age 12) had his first bout and went to Bristol to box against the more experienced, and taller, Nigel Lewis. After a nervous first round, he came out with much more confidence, boxing behind a strong left hand. In the final round he came out and dominated it, ensuring a unanimous decision. Well done Billy and we look forward to seeing your progression in the future! We currently have a good number of juniors training with us, and we have a new wave of medicals coming through, which will see a lot more boxers stepping into the ring to represent our club. We are always looking for more seniors, and we are also hoping to see some of our ladies progress from boxfit to actually boxing for us competitively in the ring, watch this space! Our fundraiser Paul Halling has been working tirelessly for us to secure funds specifically for training equipment for our boxers, thank you Paul you really are doing a fantastic job. And as always, we must thank our dedicated coaches who do what they do voluntarily; without them none of it would be possible. Torrington Police Amateur Boxing Club

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Council Unveil New Cash Payment Solution in Torridge

ast year Torridge District Council announced that from 1st April 2016 it would no longer accept cash payments at its Council-run offices. An alternative option to make cash payments at Post Offices has existed for many years, and while this will continue it has now been supplemented through the PayPoint network service operating at many shops and garages across the district. The 21 locations include many wellknown stores and a full list can be found on the Council’s website or by enquiry at its offices. The PayPoint network was established in 1996 and offers a simple, reliable and secure method to pay bills. From 11th March, the Council will be sending out new bar coded bills for such things as Council Tax, and these can be simply scanned at PayPoint locations during any payment transaction. This straightforward solution will probably be familiar to many of the Council’s customers already paying for other things through the network. However the straightforward and reliable nature of the process was a key factor in the Council’s choice of partner to extend the availability of payment options and locations. Torridge District Council

British Native Flowers to Grow in Your Garden Cytisus scoparius

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he brilliant golden yellow pea-like flowers of this vigorous shrub make this a most attractive and easy garden plant. We know it as broom and indeed the dried, twiggy branches were used to make brooms in olden times, as well as being used for fodder and bedding; even the twigs and flowers could be used to make an infusion which acted as a diuretic. Certainly, broom was once a very important crop for the rural economy, particularly in heathland areas, just like its prickly cousin, gorse. Broom flowers from April until July; it is richly scented and very attractive to pollinating insects. It is very similar in appearance to gorse but lacks those spiteful prickles, making it a much easier plant to deal with! Broom can reach a height of up to 9 feet (3m approx) and is usually upright in habit. There is a prostrate version which can be found growing on coastal cliffs in Cornwall, Wales, western Ireland and the great shingle spit at Dungeness in Kent. The leaves of broom are very small and three foliate (a bit like a trefoil), silky-hairy when young but not on mature plants. The seedpods resemble small peapods and often can be heard splitting open on a hot day, seeds scattering about. There are a number of cultivars available nowadays that are not as vigorous as the native, and which also come in various colours including rose-pink, pale cream, red and yellow. They are easy to grow, preferring lime-poor soil that is reasonably well drained, such as a dry bank, verge or coastal heaths and woodland edges. Fleur

Good Times for Torrington Golf Club!

great start for the club so far this year! Our mens’ team won through the first two rounds of the Mail on Sunday, beating Highbullen at home and Libbaton away, and Mark Hill and Steve Baker won their first round match in the Daily Mail Foursomes, beating Saunton Artisans at home. Considering the awful weather over the past few weeks, the course is in fantastic condition and we have a ‘Taster Day’ scheduled for Sunday May 1st when we hope that anyone considering golf will come along and give it a try – with a special reduced membership fee for the remainder of the year for anyone joining on the day. Everyone is welcome, just come along to meet the team and enjoy the friendly club atmosphere. We have members of all ages and abilities at Torrington - no one is too young or too old to enjoy golf! Sue Membery, Club Secretary

Volunteers are required for the proposed exciting Library and Tourist Information Centre collaboration A volunteer role to support ‘Library Extra’ sessions on days when the library is currently closed and to deliver a tourist and community information service. If you are interested in applying for this exciting new venture please contact : Kate Greaves (Torrington Library Supervisor) or Penny Podmore (Torrington TIC Manager) for further details and a role description – torrington.library@devon.gov.uk.

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len Tor residents enjoyed an outing to Fremington Quay with some of the Friends and also held a successful Easter coffee morning. They are all looking forward to being able to get out into the garden again and enjoy the sun and views. 30th anniversary celebrations begin this month with a special VIP evening, and there will be other opportunities during the year for you to visit the house. Our summer fete is to be held on August 20th in the garden of Glen Tor. If you think that you, or a loved one would like to find out more about living here, why not ring our housekeeper on 01805 623605 for a chat and perhaps arrange a visit to meet the staff and residents.

Great Torrington Golf Club Taster Day - Come & Try Golf! Sunday May 1st 12pm onwards

We have an immaculate golf course with spectacular views from all holes We can promise you a warm welcome and an interesting afternoon View the course • Hit a few balls • Relax in our cosy and comfortable clubhouse • Refreshments provided Special offer membership deal for the remainder of the year £225 Contact Great Torrington Golf ClubThe Clubhouse, Weare Trees, Torrington, EX38 7EZ, 01805 622229

Diary

A listing of community, social and fundraising events in the Torrington and surrounding district areas.

Entries in the diary are free for community events. Please send in the format below, not as posters etc. Entries will not be created from longer articles, so please send in separately to ensure inclusion. Please email torrington.crier@ gmail.com, call 01805 603152, send via our Facebook page or write your entry in the diary on the Library counter.

April 2016 Friday 1st

Plough Theatre:Torrington’s Got Talent 7:30pm St Michael’s Church 8.30am Said Mass in St Jame’s Chapel Plough Workshops every Friday: Sarah Anne Westcott School of Dance 3:307:30pm Pannier Market every Fri 8am-5pm ALLSORTS Children’s Club at Bluecoat Primary School, Fridays, 6.30-8pm. School years 1-6. Phone Morag on 01805 625510 ALLSORTS Plus Youth Club at Bluecoat Primary School, Fridays, 8-9.15pm. School years 6 and upwards. Phone Morag on 01805 625510 English Folk Dancing 8pm every Fri @ Northam Village Hall with Bideford Ceilidh Club. Info John 01237 476632 Torrington Police Amateur Boxing Club training 6.30-7.30pm juniors age 11+, 7.15-9pm seniors Little Otters Baby & Toddler Group, Merton. Every Friday, 9am-11.30am, at The Clinton Hall, Merton

Saturday 2nd

Plough Music Miranda Sykes and Rex Preston 8pm Plough Workshops every Saturday: Plough Junior Jazz 11am - 1pm; Plough Youth Theatre 9:45am - 5:15pm; First Saturday of each month drop in Knitting Workshop with Christine Forder 10:30am1:30pm Torridgeside Saturday Football Fun Club - 10am - 11am in the Great Torrington Bluecoat Primary School

MUGA. Every Saturday. Pannier General Market every Saturday 10am–4pm Food Bank 10am-12pm every Sat @ Castle Hill, (1st floor) Torrington Junior Golf Training every Sat 9-10am @ Libbaton Golf Club

Sunday 3rd

Beaford Village Hall Autumn Show Big Breakfast Sunday 9.30am-12 noon Plough Film: Oddball & The Penguins 3pm Plough Theatre NT (Encore): Hangmen 7pm Torrington Baptist Church Messy Church for the children and Morning Service at 10.30am Catholic Church of the Holy Family – Mass every Sun 9.15am St. Michael’s Church 9am Choir Practice,10am Sung Mass Ignatius Sunday Club in upper room Torrington Methodist Church 10.30am Mrs Elsie Potter, 6.30pm Rev Stephen Hill Grosvenor Church Torrington, Bluecoat Junior School 4pm. ‘No Ordinary Birth Plan’, with an exciting children’s programme, refreshments at 5pm. Tim 07798670754. Every Sunday. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints meet @ Bideford College Abbotsham Rd, Bideford Sunday Sacrament service at 10-11am Sunday Brunch (Grosvenor Torrington Church) Every 1st Sunday 10.30am 12noon Bluecoat School Hall. Food and fun for all the family! Tim Gilbert 07798 670 754 Car Boot Sale Tesco Rose Lane. Every Sunday 10am - 2pm cars £5 - vans £7. Sellers 9am. Maureen Beauchamp 07999 445 489. Fundraising for Diabetes UK.

Peter 01409 281246 Torrington Silver Band practice Mon & Weds 8-9.30pm @ Howe Concert Hall Nick Megson 01805 622150 Cash Bingo TVSC 7.30pm every Mon Torridge Gingerbread Group, every Monday, 10-12 noon, Bluecoat Centre, Beach Room (usually) email: torridgegingerbreadgroup@outlook.com or find us on Facebook. Torrington Police Amateur Boxing Club training, above TVSC, 6.30-7.30pm juniors age 11+ 7.15-9pm seniors. U.S. Social Group. Get out and meet new friends. Every Monday 8pm @ the Panniers in Barnstaple (Weatherspoons), age 40 plus. Mixed social group for people on their own. Running club every Monday (except Bank Holidays) at 6.15pm meet at GTS gym Little Otters Pre-School, at The Clinton School, Merton Mon-Thurs, 9am till 3.30pm, with lunch club 12pm – 1pm, Term time. For more details-01805 603357/ admin@clinton.devon.sch.uk

Tuesday 5th

Plough Films: Alvin & the Chipmunks: The Road Chip (U) 2pm; Goosebumps (PG) 5pm; Grimsby (15) 8pm Plough Workshops every Tuesday: Yoga 2:30-4pm; Adults ballet 6:30-7:30pm; Ploughcappella 7:30-9pm Hobbies Arts & Crafts Group Langtree Parish Hall every Tues 10.30-12.30pm £1.50 inc Tea & coffee Sylvie 01805 601485 Food Bank 10am-12pm every Tues @ Baptist Church 1st Torrington Guides at Torrington Rugby Club every Tues 7-8.30pm Linda Masterson 01805 623212 Monday 4th 1st Torrington Beavers and Cubs at Plough Music: Maddy Prior 8pm Scout Hut, Gas Lane Tuesdays during Plough Workshops Mondays: Yoga term time 5.30pm - 7pm, Fran Ashton 6.30pm - 8pm; Folk Orchestra 7-9pm 01409 281246. Little Frogs sessions Mon-Fri 8.45amYouth Club for 11+ 5-7pm @High 3.45pm term time, Gas Lane, Torrington, Bickington Community Centre contact - 07870 509 674 Badminton Club every Tues 7-8pm Short Mat Bowls 2-4pm every Mon @ Juniors, Adults 8-9pm @ High Bickington High Bickington Community Centre Community Centre 01769 561387 1st Torrington Rainbows at Torrington Torrington Police Amateur Boxing Club Rugby Club every Monday term time 6.15- training 6.30-7.30pm juniors age 8-11, 7.15pm Emma Keil emmakeil@talktalk. 7-8.30pm ladies boxfit net. Wednesday 6th 1st Torrington Brownies at Torrington Plough Films: Alvin & the Chipmunks: Baptist Hall every Mon term time 6pm7.30pm Kathryn Masterson 01805 623212 The Road Chip (U) 3pm; Oddball & The Penguins (U) 5pm; Miss Hokusai (12A) 1st Torrington Scout Group at Scout 8pm Hall every Mon term time 7.30-9pm

With the warmest of welcomes we invite you to our beautiful pub in Roborough. We very much look forward to seeing you whether it’s for a meal or just a tipple & a chat

Coming up @ The New Inn

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Fixed price menu available Mon-Tues 6-8pm, Wed -Thurs 12-2pm/6-8pm, Menu changes monthly Booking essential: 1 course £7.95/2 courses £10.95/3 courses £13.95 Wednesday 13th April Gin Tasting evening hosted by Regency Wines £15 per person. Booking essential Sunday 29th May ‘Brockabilly’ Elvis tribute from 8pm Wednesday 29th June Greek Night – with local duo Xenomusic playing traditional Greek taverna music from 7pm *** Christmas in July Saturday 16th July*** 4 course Christmas menu £30 per person. Book early to avoid disappointment. £10 per person deposit. For more information please see our our website or drop in, www.thenewinnroborough.co.uk Monday & Tuesday 5pm – 11pm; Wednesday & Thursday 12pm-3pm; 5pm – 11pm Friday, Saturday & Sunday 12pm – 10.30pm

Torrington Hospital ‘The Meeting Room’ 10-11.30am Coffee Morning every Wednesday Plough Workshops every Wednesday: Adult English Class 6:30-8:30pm; Latin for Beginners 7-8pm; Tai Chi 7:30pm - 9pm Parkinson’s UK Torridge Branch monthly coffee morning every 1st Wed of the month 10.30am-12.30pm @ Phase 1 Common Room, Ethelwynne Brown Close, East the Water Bideford 3rd Torrington Brownies at Torrington Baptist Hall, every Wed term time 6.308pm Shirley Lee 01805 625965 Free English Course for Adults every Weds 6-8pm @ The Fire Station. Learn the basics or aim towards L2(GCSE=) qualification. Rosemary Dymond 01237 472462 Langtree Reunites Netball Club High 5 training (sch yrs 3-6) 6-7pm, Junior training (sch yrs 7-9) every Weds 7-8pm evening (Juniors 7-8pm and Seniors 8-9.30pm) @ Torrington sports hall. Visit www.langtreereunites.hitsnetball.co.uk Torrington Police Amateur Boxing Club training 6.30-8pm carded boxers only Running club every Wednesday at 6.15pm meet at GTS gym Rugby Training 6.30-8.30pm Donnacroft St Michael’s Church 8.30am Said Mass in St Jame’s Chapel

Thursday 7th

Plough Films: Alvin & the Chipmunks: The Road Chip (U) 2pm; Goosebumps (PG) 4pm; Grimsby (15) 8pm Plough Music: Nick Wyke & Becki Driscoll (Gallery Gig) 8:15pm Plough Workshops every Thursday: Sapta Dance 11am - 2:30pm; Tai Chi 2-3pm. Writers Group 7:30-9pm (first Thursday of the month), Life Drawing Sessions 7:30pm-9pm Tai Chi 12 -1pm and 1-2pm for beginners or those requiring a seat every Thursday, Torrington Hospital. TorrAge Ageing Well 01805 622666 Pannier General Market every Thurs 8am–5pm St Michael’s Church 10.30am Said Mass in St Jame’s Chapel. Little Fishes Toddler Group at Baptist Church every Thurs term time 9.30am -11.30am £1.50 per family. Jill 01805 624387 Short Mat Bowls 2-4pm every Thurs @ High Bickington Community Centre Wendy’s Fitness for Life classes at the Scout Hall Gas Lane 07787 607 322 Slimming World Join us at TVSC every Thurs at 5.30 & 7.30pm Norah 07789

632166 Toddler Group 9.30-11am every Thur @ High Bickington Community Centre Writers Poets & Listeners 7.30pm Conservative Club Torrington Craft Group, Every Thursday 1-4pm @ the Methodist Church Hall £2 per session inc refreshments, call and see us for a chat or call Jeanne Singleton 01805 622650 Merton Meal & Market in The Clinton Hall, Merton, every Thursday from 10am2pm. Local produce, food and gifts and a community café. www.mertslets.org.uk Torrington Police Amateur Boxing Club training 6.30-7.30pm juniors age 8-11, 7-8.30pm ladies boxfit Tarka Valley Railway. Volunteers meet every Thursday from 9am till about 3pm at Torrington Station (the Puffing Billy), unless weather is appalling. Variety of tasks. All welcome. 07881 905 260.

Friday 8th

Art on Friday – twice at month at The Plough 10.30am-2.30pm. ‘Free Choice of Medium & Subject’. New members welcome - contact Hazel: 01805 623757 Plough Music: The Undercover Hippy + Support Skata Tones (Standing Gig) 8pm St Michael’s Church 8.30am Said Mass in St Jame’s Chapel

Saturday 9th

Torrington Silver Band Concert 7.30pm Howe Concert Hall. Tickets £5 on the door, children free, includes refreshments Taddiport Tea Dance 2-4pm Doug 01805 622648 or Beryl 01805 624294 Breakfast rolls, coffee and cake 10am to noon, meat raffle, 1st prize £25, 2nd prize £15, takeaway available. In aid of Weare Giffard Village hall refurb/rebuild. Plough Films: Alvin & the Chipmunks: The Road Chip (U) 11am; Oddball & The Penguins (U) 3pm; Triple 9 (15) 8pm Plough Music: Counterpoint (Gallery) 8:15pm

Sunday 10th

Plough Films: Triple 9 (15) 3pm; Truth (15) 7pm St. Michael’s Church 9am Choir Practice,10am Sung Mass Ignatius Sunday Club in upper room

Monday 11th

Historical Society 7.30pm Methodist Church Hall AGM and short talks by members, all welcome, tea for 7pm.

Tuesday 12th

‘Hearing Loss Support Group’ Social

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Wednesday 13th

Great Torrington WI 7pm Methodist Rooms Elizabeth Medley Smith, ‘Exploits of her father Bernard’. Plough Talk: Retrofit To Get Warm And Save Money (Gallery) 7-9pm Plough Film: Marguerite (15) 8pm Cribbage pairs comp, third Wed of the month, Torrington Arms 8pm St Michael’s Church 8.30am Said Mass in St Jame’s Chapel

Thursday 14th

Torrington Fairtrade Group meets 7.30 pm at The Plough - new members welcome. For details contact Kathy on 01805 624678 or Myra on 01805 624232. Plough Workshop: Watercolour Painting Workshop – The art of illustration, colour and drawing impact with Peter Baker 10:30am – 3pm Plough Film: Secret in their Eyes (15) 8pm Plough Music & Poetry: Open Mouth Music and Poetry Night (Gallery Gig) 8pm Plough Workshop: Open Mouth Music & Poetry 8pm (every second Thursday) St Michael’s Church 10.30am Said Mass in St Jame’s Chapel.

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Saturday 16th

Craft & table top sale Chittlehamholt Village Hall 10am to 1pm. Large car park & refreshments available. Proceeds to good causes. Contact Val on 07771 783825 or Heather on 07870 894286 Plough Music: Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman 8pm

Sunday 17th

Black Voices: Capella singers who have sung for the Royal family & Pope. Langtree Parish Hall 7.30pm £7.50 01805 601602 Plough Films: Truth (15) 3pm; Hail, Caesar! (12A) 7pm Plough Music: Sarah McQuaid (Gallery Gig) 7:30pm St. Michael’s Church 9am Choir Practice,10am Sung Mass Ignatius

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In Italy in 1902-1903, he heldCafé on Sunday May Shopping Centre on Sunday 19 Great Torrington School on Thursday knowledge and under Torrington Victory Hall, hot snacks 6.30-7.45pm every Wendy is a Sunday 24th of records March’s memory World, of which theThurs WI nationally cut five batches for the 17th for around a 2pm them; 10-30am-4.30pm. Enquiries; KReviled Moore at 9am. Please bringApril, your 1.30 16th May world available 01805 622304 Plough Film: Renoir: Revered & 01237went 424787 café with a member. Not widely known, the G r a m o p h o n e a n d T y p e w r i t e r start at Buckland Filleigh Hall, lasting 01805 624739 North Devon Area Cobags to the school car park at the rear growing seeds and Christmas Bazaar 2pm @ Chulmleigh (PG) 7pm He was later heard live from Slimming World TVSC every Thurs buzz despite having ACWW has representatives from many Company. 2.5Bev hours. Ordinator PAT.Pavilion, of Choir the sports and help Sara-Jane turning into flower Playing Field to book table hall approximately St. Michael’s 9am 5.30 &cancel 7.30pm 01805 to theRoberts nationalities; working towards relief of the stage ofChurch the Metropolitan Opera Adults, children and well behaved dogs money towards her trip. We will vegetables to unde Practice,10am Sung Massraise Ignatius Paul 01769 580723 624955and sickness, promoting health activity. poverty House in the Farmhouse, first public radio East Woodlands Sunday Club in upper room onRugby leads are all who welcome. Drinksand will be do a collection service for anyone worms bees ar Training at Donnacroft every A presentation took place John and advancing education. It’s for down-tobroadcast in 1920. Sun 27 Methodist Alverdiscott, Open Church: Garden Torrington 10.30am is unable to bring provided their bag or bags to nature. at the half way point, pasty on Thursapproach 7pm, clubhouse open 8pm Portman who has now retired from earth offers mutual support In thegarden next issue I Ignite. will tell youforabout Torrington Methodist Church Mrs Sheila Babb, 7pmbe This will opening thepark the school car by phoning 01805 Through hands o return atour thePoets village hall. Writers, and Listeners 7.30pm being Volunteer Fundraiser and we and practical help to women and some of his operatic roles. Baptist Church Holy Communion 10.30am Revas Martin Goord, 7pm second time part of the National 624787. Please phone prior toinformation the children willbook develop a For further and to @ the Plough are still trying across to recruit this post, so communities thefor world. 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Torrington We are also Any queries W.I. th will Music Hazel O' Connor - Bluja tour+ Our Torrington, Annual Meeting take place Great five miles south Wednesday 27 adventure. . . of . The sessions bega Allsorts Childrens’ Club, Bluecoat th looking for volunteers to help with ring President, Joyce Ridgwell on th support (Tensheds) 7.30pm @ The Plough Food: at at TheWindmill Plough November. We will on Wednesday 9 Night Barnstaple offCurry the B3232 25 1.30– 3pm. Infants Thank Schoolyou, every FriApril 6.30-8pm, memory café – if you can spare two 01805 623588. Plough Cafe with live music 6-8:30pm be electing a new Cross along one mile of single track Singing Sara-Jane Vanstone for If you are interested School years 1-6 Morag 01805 625510 hours a month then please contact me. Plough Film: TheEX31 Pearl Button (12A) and President road. Postcode 3PP become Club, part of Gro Allsorts Plus Young Persons’ Mon 28 We are looking forward to this Health 8:30pm for the Richard and Ann committee welcome you to Buds’ BluecoatGreat SchoolTorrington every please Fri 8-9pmcontact years Blue Grow –Girl ‘Little month’s meeting where Annie Brierley Christmas Fair by Torrington inging is good for you, it exercises year, their sculptured gardens, extending to Town Hall Project Centre on 01805 62583 th following 6-9 Morag 01805 625510 Growing plants willandbethereading Thursday 28 short stories and Guides 6-8pm @ The Pannier Market heart and lungs! taking a look back just over an acre. The gardens were By the time this report appears in Christmas Fair 5-7pm @ Torrington discovering nature is a Plough Workshop: Six tombola Week Fabric poems. This will and invoke memories and Santa's grotto, stalls, loads Come join us 623240 for fun, atfrom all Hillwe have created in with 2006 a& blank The you have noticed JuniorCrier, School stallswill £5 01805 Seeing Green Printing Course Annabel 10am – to spend wonderful way raise discussions and should be a very more, all welcome relaxing singing sessions; for older experienced in have the last year andyour then landscape and been transformed scaffolding has been put 12:30pm time with children, How Can enjoyable activity. people, those with dementia and You their Make Sat getting a sneak preview speakers into a hidden oasis of swaying grasses, up to 3 facilitate the repair Plough Music: Stargrace andof Dogleg Tue 29 as they marvel in the Dementia Awareness week takes Pannier General Market every Sat Your Home Energy E carers. booked for 2012. 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It will growing many different edible plants giving presence in abou have an information 10am-2pm Stwaterproof Michaels Church toor there will, of th course, time for tea For details call 01805 afford 622666 Juliatheir ho visitor and enjoybe the tranquillity enclosed in Wedcan 30 sit rdheat (and flowers!) in our over the May Sustai thegarden town square on Thursday 23 Friday 29 winter. Bideford and a natter. of the garden as it blends with the sheeting to protect the working area Hadley 01409 281708 Film 'Tomboy' (U) 8pmseasons @ The Plough and exploring use and find out more. Sun 4and toalong so do how come Plough Workshop: Felted Landscapes helping youeach find the Being rather nifty at them getting through rolling, tireless views. A pond area recipes. and to minimise risk to the internal FirstCome thirdany in healthy along toofWednesday with Jill Denton 10am-3:30pm The theme of this week isimportant “Worry ques Catholic Church the Holy Family most the business side we will also (unfenced) andof things, still in its fabric. At the same time, a series of month, at Torrington Community Hospital Bluecoat Children’schanges to enjoy Plough Music: Wren Music – A Random th nothing. Talking changes –Centre Mass every Sun 9.15am and 1 weekend 18 manage a bit of time to welcome Bob developmental stages, provides an photoelectric panels will be installed, to 10.30am-12pm £1 donation per session. some healthy outside time, Church and help Melody 8pm everything”. Baptist 10.30am Creative householders around B Brewer, willfor give us the low-down area of who shade gunnera and bog reduce running-costs, and perhaps create and taste Church your May’sown caféedible meetingsurroundings will be onare op thdelight. on the Cavaliers. plants. A potager’s provide an income for the project by Saturday 30 th Thu 1 garden. when David Clinchtowill Thursday 9Memories St. Michael’s Church Sung &be you wh Marland show We Workshop: start at £3.50 7pm in the Methodist Plough Distressed Entry costs and teas will bebe able selling surplus power homes to theMass National Pannier General Market every Thurs Children will to play, explore, playing guitar and pipes to reduce entertainyour us energ Sermon every Sun 10am n exhibition of parish Painted Furniture Workshop with to Church Hall, and prospective members available. There will also be plants for Grid. the beauty of 10am–4pm discover and learn about all. Do come along and join in the fun Torrington Community Church photographs from Teena Wright and Alison Bennett from Any the grid. are very welcome to visit for free. sale. Although thiswild work isfrom being carried Little Fishes Toddler Group at as they interact with the as well as being able to payment access Bluecoat Infants School every Sun the late 1800s toKitch’N’Cupboard10am – nature 2pm There are numerou new members paying their subs this For further information about East out by the Townlands Trust, Torrington Baptist Dunlop Church every andBand natural world.date. Supporting children relevant information and atdiscuss 11am Karen 622866 Plough +termTuesday 3rd May 7pm, Peters generously giving up month,Music:Blair get garden 14 months for theopen price of Woodlands and others for will be taken 01805 from funds set aside for concernsparish with professional NHS staff.£3, support 8pm 12. 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he family would like to thank everyone for attending the memorial service at St.Michael’s in Torrington for Brian, back in January. We were overwhelmed by the support and kind words, and Brian would have been too. A huge thank you to Clive and all of the bell ringers, both local and from the Devon Guild of Ringers, it was so lovely to hear the bells being rung in all of their glory, and to have so many of his friends ringing for him; he loved bell ringing, and was so looking forward to being able to ring again, unfortunately this was not to be.

A special thanks too, to Andrew and Janice Gist, who helped and provided a truly personal touch for Brian, they were both friends, and fellow bell ringers. Brian’s interests were far and wide, from bell ringing, to wood turning, to vintage tractors, and Formula 1, and more in-between. Brian touched the hearts of so many and will be sadly missed by his family, friends and everyone that knew him. With your help a cheque for £350 is being sent to the Stroke Unit at NDDH, who were so supportive and caring in his last days. Thank you again, from all of his family.

40th Anniversary Year for Taw and Torridge Coaches

ast month, 5th March marked the 40th anniversary year for Taw and Torridge Coaches. The company began in 1965, when Tony Hunt left school and joined his father John’s car, garage, lorry and school bus company in Merton. The garage is still in operation today. Over the last 40 years, the business has grown, with the buying of other coach firms including Loverings of Combe Martin, SwanTours of Bath and TW coaches of South Molton. Today, the company also provides an executive shuttle service and a vintage and classic car fleet. A special 24-passenger 1950’s vintage coach heads up the fleet which also includes 1927, 1931,1932, & 1936 Rolls Royces, a 1950 Bentley and a 1961 Jaguar 3.8 Mk 2. Taw and Torridge is still a family concern today, as Tony is joined by his wife Linda, daughter Tracey, son Mark and son-in-law Chris. On Saturday 5th March Tony, Linda, Tracey, Mark and Chris celebrated their 40 years’ in business, at the Barnstaple Hotel with staff, family, friends, clients and suppliers. We have also taken delivery of two brand new Mercedes coaches. Tony has built a company that values and looks after its clients and employees. Family values extend throughout the business resulting in staff retention and enabling expansion with confidence.

Memories Unknown

I thought of you with love today but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday and days before that too. I think of you in silence I often speak your name All I have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake with which I’ll never part God has you in His keeping I have you in my heart.

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Come Out to Play! Bowls Club Open Day

reat Torrington Bowls Club is holding an Open Day on Saturday 10th April at 2pm. A further Open Day is on Saturday 21st May at 2pm. Find us at Castle Hill. Try your hand at outdoor bowling, bowls and good company will be provided. Look around our clubhouse and facilities. Ladies, gentlemen, girls and boys all welcome. Contact: Keith Jackson 01805 601200, Christina Payne 01805 622057

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It also offers emotional support and reduces social Buildings Preservation areWight very isolation. moves from Square being represented, including Appledore and Sheffield and will be rolled out The Town w structure to include You don’t have to have pleased dementia andNortham join there are various reasons toto come announce thatus,the long Child's Christmas inrid RNLI, the Guide Dogs, Lodge, across rest ofrenovate the country by the children’s fun-fair facilities and much-ne for memory loss; stroke, head trauma or age-related memory loss. 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Tickets £15 (including refreshments). In physical description you can understand memorable evening risqué, but great fun as she took A list of sponsors and While 999 is a well-recognised the latter skills inthey will needwith in laughter. managing us through John Downing Cherry Hammon Some people like to see wind packed aid of Weare Giffard Church funds (the order to aid them, will tell you the game of ‘pass the ice Great Torrington supporters is available number to report emergencies, the this project through construction, to Secretary, turbines standing prominently on the Henry Hobson is cube’. Jean’s poem, ‘Cube Collusion’ For tickets please call 01237 475168. in apprehension should where they served and on the noticeboard at Christmas Fayre 2010 British Crime Survey found that equipping theUmpleby, building and on to Torrington Town Hall News in Bloom Association played by Joe who alongside hillsides when they are enjoying the focused on explaining to her daughter heThe desert!). 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Dr Rosemary Thomas Retires

he team at Torrington Health Centre wish to announce that after more than 26 years with the practice, Dr Thomas has decided that it is time for her to retire from General Practice, with effect from 4th March, whilst continuing her work at the Children’s Hospice. We are delighted to inform you that the partners have asked Dr Caroline Flynn to take on her patients. We are sure she will be an excellent replacement for Dr Thomas. Dr Thomas would like to wish all her patients well for the future, and to thank all those who have sent letters, cards and gifts.

Patient Forum Open Evening

We are holding our first Patient Forum Open Evening, on Tuesday 26th April at 6.30-7.30pm, here at the Health Centre. This will be an opportunity for you to meet some of the staff and members of our patient group, and to hear if it might be something you would be interested in joining. The group is an opportunity to hear news from the surgery, and for you to give us feedback on your experiences and help shape the future.

Changes to Telephone Contact with High Bickington Surgery

With effect from the 1st April, in order to contact High Bickington Surgery please telephone the main surgery on 01805 622247. If you wish to order a repeat prescription please ring 01805 625033. This change will extend the time we can take your call. May we take this opportunity to thank you in anticipation of your assistance in this matter.

How does micro chipping work?

icro chipping your pet can be done in a short 10-minute appointment. The vet or vet nurse simply injects the microchip (which is smaller than a grain of rice) under your dog or cat’s skin at the back of the neck. It is a very quick and relatively painless procedure. Each chip carries What happens if I need to update its own unique code. Once your details my contact details but I have lost are linked to the microchip, (which the my certificate? veterinary practice staff will do for you), if If your pet was chipped a long time your pet is lost and taken ago and you have since th to a veterinary practice “From April 6 this year, lost the certificate and it becomes law that all you do not know which or rescue centre they will dogs must be micro be scanned and the code database your pet’s will be matched up to microchip is registered chipped” your contact details. with, don’t panic, this is Many people put off not a big problem! If you micro chipping their pets, know your pet’s microchip especially if it is older number the staff at your animal which ‘doesn’t go veterinary practice will be out much’. There have been able to simply look up which cases where cats that have database the chip belongs ended up miles away from to. If you do not know your their home after climbing pet’s microchip number, just through an open window of a nice warm pop them into your veterinary practice car!! A microchip can help ensure their where he/she can be scanned. Only you safe return home to their relieved owner! as the owner can change the details.

Where are my details stored?

Your contact details will be kept on a database, such as the national PetLog database. It is most important that your details are kept up to date. You will be sent a certificate from the relevant database when your pet has been micro chipped. If your contact details change you will need to contact the database that the code is registered with.

What is the new law regarding micro chipping?

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am writing this article at the beginning – they should be ready to plant out by the of March, which has most definitely end of the month. ‘come in like a lion’; whether it goes Because we have had such a mild out like a lamb remains to be seen. It winter and spring, there are bound to be is also impossible to predict what the more pesky bugs and diseases about, so month will bring; drought, cold and frosty, take precautions now by adopting good yet more rain or snow… but the fact is garden hygiene; scrape up dead and that the soil has been badly denuded of decaying leaves and detritus from around nutrients by the very your plants to leave a “...what is fact is that the wet conditions this clear area. You might soil has been badly denuded winter, and we shall want to put some need to replace those sharp grit around of nutrients by the very wet important minerals conditions we have experienced vulnerable plants to ensure plants can to deter slugs and this winter...” again thrive. snails. If your roses If you have not already done so, you suffer with black spot, the fresh growth should certainly be mulching around any can be sprayed with a fungicide; you may fruit trees/bushes and forking in some have to repeat spray later in the season. blood, fish and bone fertiliser as you go. Keep weeds at bay by hoeing or handYou might also need to give your apples a weeding – don’t let them flower and set dose of Epsom salts, especially if they are seed! The earlier you get weeding, the prone to getting bitter pit, which is caused less troublesome they will be by mineral deficiency. If you have a wild flower meadow, you Blood, fish and bone is a good general, may find you have quite a few seedling organic fertiliser that can be used as a top flowers sprouting; these can be carefully dressing or forked into the soil just before dug up and replanted elsewhere. If you planting. ‘Growmore’ can also be used in have not yet done so, give the area a a similar way and provides the ‘perfect’ good raking; this will help spread annual balance of nutrients. Both fertilisers can seeds, such as the Flanders Poppy, and be used on most plants, shrubs and trees. give them a chance to germinate and April is usually the month we sow our be spread about. You should not spread beans, when the soil should have warmed fertiliser or mulch the area, as you do not up sufficiently so that seeds will germinate want to increase soil fertility. much more quickly. If conditions are still Fleur too wet and cold, you can start beans off PS: Don’t forget, if you have specific in 9cm (3ins) pots in a cool greenhouse gardening query, you can email the Crier or cold frame. As they begin to grow their and they will pass your question to me to first true leaves, you can harden them off answer in a future article.

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orrington and District Dog Training Club was started in February 1983 as a non-profit making community asset and has continued without a break, apart from during the foot and mouth outbreak. Initially training classes were held at the Eric Palmer Centre but, in 2005, this became unavailable to us so a move was made to the village hall in Alverdiscott. This was a happy move for us as the hall is larger and the facilities are excellent. Since we do not need to make a profit, our charges are very reasonable and we operate an open door policy. This means there is no fixed set of sessions; you may come to as many or as few as you wish, with no upfront charges! We like you to attend a couple of sessions, at £1 a time, then, if you like us you will need to join the club for a fee of £3, or £4 for a family membership. Classes continue to be £1. Classes are held on Thursday evenings and we have beginners/puppy classes at 7pm and 7.30pm, this is to ensure that the classes are not too full. Ring craft is at 8pm and then advanced obedience at 8.30pm. Our trainer, Mrs Bryn Harfield has been with the club since 1984 and brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the training classes. The club holds at least two events a year, the ‘Good Dog Tests’, which are held at the end of the summer term and a Christmas party at which we have games and a ‘bring and share’ supper. We also usually hold a fun dog show sometime during the year.

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Ring and Ride services operate in the following areas: Mondays from Westward Ho! and Bideford Tuesdays Torrington Wednesdays from Hartland Thursdays High Bickington and south of the area. ‘Going Out and About’ Club runs on Fridays

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Barnstaple Ladies Choir Assistant Accompanist Needed

Rosemoor Events

• The Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt Easter Trail, until 10th April

A chance for families to explore the gardens in all their Spring glory and find wonderful flowers, beautiful views and the iconic Lindt Gold Bunny! Hop along the Lindt trail and solve all the clues to be rewarded with a delicious Lindt chocolate treat. Please check the website for details, activities vary daily. Every day, 10am - 4pm.

• Garden Detective Family Walk 1st & 5th April 11.30am or 2.30pm Timed Tickets

Walk off all your chocolate and see what wildlife is hiding in the garden, apart from gold bunnies of course!

• Willow Work with Jane Welsh 4th April 11am-1pm and 2-4pm Drop-in craft workshop for families Come along and make a set of willow bunny rabbit ears to wear as you hop around the garden on the trail of the Lindt Gold Bunny, or make a simple willow bunny wand covered in coloured tissue paper to guide you through the garden as you follow the trail to claim your very own chocolate bunny reward.

he Barnstaple Ladies Choir performed over 24 concerts in 2015, raising money for Charities & Churches all over North Devon & beyond. We already have 20 bookings for this year including two in Somerset. The Choir was formed in 1984 and our Musical Director Mary Chant is well known in local musical theatre and is a busy singing teacher. There are 36 ladies in the choir and our repertoire consists of songs from the shows, popular and sacred music. We are extremely lucky to have Peggy Spiers as our accompanist, but we do need to find someone who might be willing to help with the workload of concerts and practices or who would be willing to step in at the last minute if Peggy is not available. We rehearse on Tuesday nights at Fremington Methodist Church, from 7.30-9pm and there is a small payment available. If anyone is interested in helping us by becoming an Assistant Accompanist, please could they contact Mary on 01271 860500. Please look at our website which is barnstapleladieschoir.btck.co.uk or our Facebook page for more information. clues aid you or annoy you? Prepare your inspirational 65 acre garden for free today. bunny hunt to be supported or sabotaged • Rhododendrons in the Spotlight as you’re drawn into their stories, songs, with Osberton Nursery 23rd April surprises and silliness. Either way family 1-4.30pm friendly fun is guaranteed. Free Plant Centre event An Entertainingly Different and Pregnant • RHS National Rhododendron Fish presentation

Competition • Easter Fun Craft 23rd & 24th April 10am-4pm 8th April 11am-1pm and 2-4pm. (Please note: Show opens at approx. Drop-in craft workshop for families 11.30am on Saturday morning after South Classroom of the Learning Centre

• National Gardening Week - Get Fit in the Garden 11th-17th April 10am-4pm

There will be a programme of meet the gardeners and gardening SoS from • Craft Workshop for Families with Monday 11th through to Thursday 17th Mrs Recycle April but not on ‘Free Friday’. This year 6th April 11am-1pm and 2-4pm. overarching theme for NGW is Get Fit Drop-in craft workshop for families the in the Garden. South Classroom of the Learning Centre Meet the gardeners and find out how • Garden Detectives with Rob horticulture helps them with health and Pudner & Tom from Pregnant Fish happiness within their roles and while you 7th April 11am-1pm and 2-4pm are here ask them your own gardening Outside in the Garden queries too. For details visit www.rhs.org. You will not be the only ones on the uk. Lindt Gold Bunny hunt today! • National Open Gardens Day You and fellow Rosemoor visitors will be Free Admission! joined by the Garden Detectives - Pudner 15th April Friday, 10am-5pm and Drayton; but the question is will they Get to know your RHS. Visit Rosemoor’s help or hinder your search? Will their

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This National Show has over 60 classes covering all types of Rhododendrons, as well as trade and advice stands plus magnificent displays of magnolias and camellias too. The competitions are entirely free to enter and open to anyone who wishes to exhibit. Entry forms are available direct from georginabarter@ rhs.org.uk.

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(and smaller rivers into thegraduate sea A recent of the Halle/RNCM String Leadership Diploma at the Royal ll@btconnect.com friend Dixie came back to us Volunteers Week 2013, along the coast from Northern Lynton toCollege Hart- of Music, Amy Jolly won the 2014 Charles Halle Award and is last month her owner was poorly, well Counts! Your Vote artnership with as CATS land) down through the villages and currently undertaking postgraduate studies at Stavanger University of Music, Norway. st mas Cards & Gifts she has now been offered her very own 1 Torrington registered ction through Sport) are towns of north Scouts Devon have out sea, to with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, BBC Philharmonic, Amytoperforms good causes and Fair with Nat West Community Force, forever couch! esentation Evening on Lundy and beyond. Birmingham Royal Ballet and Opera North. She is also a member of the awardon sale in St. Mary’s which invites people to Last month we The events will nebe 6-9pm, at the Pier be advertised locally winning Scarlet Trio and FeMusa, Britain’s only all-female string orchestra. nd rd 2 November a local charity/ thatto theand via the vote ardfrom Ho!,mentioned new forinteractive B10 Accompanying Monday to Friday 10amcause of their choice, Amy will be award-winning pianist Gemma Beeson, who has rescue was busierwebsite ers aged 5-19 years old www.northdevonb10.org.uk. around ynated 10am-1pm. 30 withexcitement theperformed winnerthere and two the world as a soloist, accompanist and chamber musician. than everOver andput sadlyJust to add to the will also be will Since graduating lect your cards from and r u n n e r s u p b e i n g from the Royal Northern College of Music and Guildhall School ne of five this trend continuedbe a free prize draw with some ofPlease Music and Drama, Gemma has worked as an accompanist and music coach at selection of gifts from awarded a grant. go to gories throughout of March,fabulous prizes donated by Biosphere a number of schools including Wells Cathedral School and Chetham’s School of the world. www.communityforce.natwest.com/ TS supporters stand individuals in with Aunty Lynnebusiness Music. She is currently a staff pianist at the Royal Northern College of Music and at Torrington Scout projects/ and type formation or to turn awaynorth Devon. There1 will be plenty of having Leeds College of Music. Gemma has made several recordings and live broadcasts Group into the project name box, a volunteer ton Carnival a record number ofopportunities to enter the draw at B10 of contemporary music for the BBC and has recently performed at the Wigmore, register and vote for us. Please get as sches, to be drummers, bands dogs. One of theevents and online from May to Cadogan and Bridgewater Halls. many of your friends and family to do to attend September 2013. will give a smallcases Devon saddest was Esme. Esme is a Pulworthy: Schubert ‘Arpeggione’ Sonata in A minor D821; Janacek so as well,Events as if we areLower successful we . 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Town Council daysonthree a week, (see surroundings and the HQ, answers, of Toddle Masterson 01805 623212 entertainment byregister theIIdrop-in young people of times a blaz Little Fishes War, helped financially when nephew, the Hon. Mark George Kerr refurbishment to Scout notvillage only family, or Dolton’s you Charles can and pay annual carnival, diary) which include a 'listening ear', Notice is herby given that: varying length and detail, to those Beaver Group boys & girls 6-8yrs the Town. We really are very lucky to next month. Torrington Baptist Ch he was in exile, and actively supported Trefusis (1835-1907), son of Lord benefitting the Scout group, but all line at www.nightwalk.co.uk. Please which dates to Victorian someone from the those community who ishall. questions. There are 64 sections on The Annual Meeting and every term-time Tues @on Scout Hut, have such talent in back Torrington. The Dolton’s ann time Thurs 9.30-11.3 who hire the the Restoration. Clinton, the condition that he changed note that the £10 ‘Early Bird’ entry fee times, will be on Guy happy toFawkes sitand and chat, for those feeling different topics and over 160 and dates Inauguration of the Mayor ofblack the above st 4.30-5.45pm Anne Lewis, Beaver kids hadthe standing ovations at the end which ba family. Wendy 01805 Fran Ashton th April remains same till 1 Another Dennys Rolle (1720-1797) his name to Rolle, which he did by Royal Nperformances ight, S alonely t uand rLeader d aand y low. 5 are 601580 named Town Council will be held at the white photographs. I hope that, astimes, well 01805 of their there will be o Rosemary Conley d thereafter the fee will be £15, so was Mayor of Torrington for two terms Licence in 1852. Mark Rolle sold the November, which gives the The Centre alsoasPlough offers free providing guide for visitors, Arts Centre, Great Torrington Spiritual Healing 3-4.30pm &alegal 7-9pm. rumours of them putting on another NBluecoat ithis g h t , Earl Sa Class, please getfestivities your entry1781-97. in fast! and Recorder from He was MP canal land for the building of a railway th an advice, extra spark of and tenancy and debt advice, book will contain of material that everywh May 2013 at 7pm. on Tuesday 14 plenty 01805 622883 performance in June forFrithelstockstone, those that November, 6.30-7.45pm T for Barnstaple from 1761-74 and was a is in of 1871; donated land for to thethecottage Ode to Derek Stamp interest this year. interest to townspeople. by appointment, (see diary). Rev. The meeting is open public Bingo Taddiport Village Hall every were not lucky enough to get tickets festivities an 01237 424787 colourful character with many interests hospital; for the this pannier markettoto Spring Has Sprung atGraham Derek Stamp is 60, Farmer Gent, one of the keyto Slingo comes in are forpaid a coffee I would like to take opportunity who most welcome. Tues, eyes down 7.30pm this time Ralph around. A huge thank you interest this year. Slimming World TV and Torrington adventures including a failed be roofed and for a drinking fountain to A milestone in his life, figures behind the Dowland country fair Little and chat, and we have started book Tighe, Town Clerk thank all thea Michael local who have Rugby Training at Donnacroft everypeople Stephanie Easton and Liz Harris and Farmer Ralph Gent, o 5.30 & 7.30pm attempt to aJune, colony inorganising Florida. be erected inawrite the square in 1870. In 1868 Bev R And we’ve this together and show inproduction is Tues club for young (read book Thedog have helped mecome thisfarbook bybehind giving 7pm the restsnowdrops ofset theup team for He allpeople figures the Dowla 624955 was very interested natural history he (15) began building awife. manor housemeat As devoted man andtime, the spectacular inin which over a £1,600week or fortnight been lovely, thefinale primroses generously of providing Film 'Troll Hunter' 8pm @ their The their hard work and effort. and dog show in June Great Torrington May Fair Rugby Training at D and and provided schools and garden Stevenstone but in less than 100 years worth of fireworks will light up the night are On outthe and theof daffodils come withchat informationst and lending me 7pm, their clubhous Plough topic fundsthen from the saleinof and spectacular finale in ththe Thurs & Carnival 1 to 4 May 2013 He’s always to hold hand, sky. allotments foratthe poor. He died underaa drink it layand in ruins.there it received over on the bank the topabout of photographs. Everyone I my have the Eric Palmer Centre, I have worth of spoken fireworks lig Writers, and Great Torrington’s May FairPoets & will Wed 2 And kiss me when I’m sad, The Pipe & Drum Band, Samba tree in June 1797 while walking between Mark was the last of the Rolle dynasty. cakes) on Thursdays after Mile Hill approaching the to has shown an interest in the project many copies of letters, e-mails and sky. @ the Plough Carnival is afor time for fun, laughter session soul mate so many years, Band and Allstar his estates ofabout Stevenstone and Hudscott He died leaving notalking male heir and his s burst casking hLittle oMajorettes o linto / cTadpoles o l lae g e My .stay nplay village areTorrington to and IO& have enjoyed to you all. and telephone calls all Father The Pipe & Bazaar Drum s Christmas we all hope great weather!! However, every term-time Wed 1-3pm 01805 Best friend I’ve ever had. will all be taking part in the parade (near Chittlehampton) and the was thegents first estates to his nephew, Torrington Uncovered will be Saturdays, can sit then passed magnificent display of spring colour. Lawrence to reconsider decision Band and Torrington All 3.30pm @ an Methodist it can also be a time when we see 622747 through the village, with many and Victory read with a coffee, or Trefusis, to propose building aalong canal atThe Torrington Charles theweekend 21st Baron Clinton. Spring Fever hit the Hall available from the following made by thehas Trustees. Town will all be taking part include refreshments increase antilaunch social behaviour, 3rd Torrington Brownies atin I was met when “just 18”, brightly-lit floats, including thison year’s books from charity as well; new fireproof doors to the ourWe May Fair, after the on Saturday in 1793. Moira Brewer, Council has agreed tobuy write behalf New Buildings or Ren through the village, Film 'Kill List' 8p underage drinking, violence and (18)alo th R.PITTS Torrington Baptist Hall, every term-time bookshop 'Book UK', theirTorrington May atwhile thefrom Plough. storage cupboards have been installed 4 an Thenincludi call y Lord Rolle (1750-1842) wasRelief extract Uncovered ofJohn the Community. brightly-lit floats, criminal damage! “BUILDING &now RENOVATIONS” Moira Brewer Friend in order to store Parish Records Everyone in the Torridge can

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The £680. concerts were Ialong call and Please not bring anyyour more; once in waste If you haven’t reviews about their favourite TV shows, n you believe it? They were both so This year our photo competition has look around. Committee members will be on hand to answer any questions that you God’s stepping stones, I have photography, we can now use our car park again. it. Spa water, cannot recommend games and films. Here are two of them. tty (check out our facebook page the theme ‘Your – Companions may of have withPets regards to using the facilities. experienced these several times over will also be Many thanks to everyone who helped be filtered out, at its best, along w.facebook.com/k9focus). It is hard for Life’. Even If you arealready quick you have if you knowstill what we all about, stillthings very welcome toschools. come the lastare few He are puts intoOffice inyears, some you way. and Extras. ending up in the ocean, fish, and our believe that someone would throw time toalong get for your entry (competition a chat andintea/coffee and cake will be available. forward to Please seeing place that Spaced never happen ifWe leftlook us. IPegg’s Thank you also toto those who tried bestcontac role Wetoneed to understand Spaced is ofsecond the earliest work of he May).603300 Just email your m into plates. the river drown! Anyway exactly closes you. on Tel: 6th 01805 visit:had www.clintonhallmerton.co.uk. no some idea my quiz, friend was, Email: thewhere which has now fin-info@ta Funny, inventive, which items contain these microbeads actor comedian Simon Pegg bestwere known picture (and remember it is all pets not y were very quickly snapped up and now lives in Basingstoke. Sometime ished. 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I am now New Fifa 1 are; Devonshire Dialecton bydogs Andrew Millman from Woolsery. perProgram big Sci-Fi movies, especially theTickets Star are £7.50 our abused and abandoned as n waiting for in ages. Events April It is always that I have an incredible God who getting everything ready, and there are Fifa 11 is the la Wars trilogy. person to be booked in advance for catering purposes. Please contact The Clinton Children’s C is allme. Delight der for the older if onwell Coffee anddogs Chatespecially will be back the as our PAWs project whichloves inmates the Lord only twoyourself jabs to go. 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I think Fifa 11 brings the game from of growing it in your garden. Sow seed in celebrated. Another transactional writing skills, by writing With your help Holly raised a whopping £458 for the Little Princess Trust at this This was followed by an excerpt done. The concerts were what I call your own evening stroll (eg. to have strong communication skills to benpavement, and thinks itanis to memories donate additional £5 youa will Our intonew housekeeper They don’t say word autumn If you (you haven’t seenathe show I highly football your own living room, is it isseta ie, front garden. late summer/early can honoured that reviews about their favourite TV shows, Boxing Club Find event. This takes total raised so far up to £962. one member’s book, and then a poem God’s stepping stones, I give have photography, sketching, geology). support them through life. nce again, work done in her raise at least £35, but we will also tling in well is played enjoying theon Like they recommend it. 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They don’t eflectedpoems: that theno Spaced isselected some of thevery earliest work winning had idea for where my never friend was, he Email: info@torringtoncommon.co.uk interested in volunteering indiscomfort our centre, fund more wigs ill children. of a battleground and the On this ending trip? second time in a year and is searching Funny, inventive, and fresh. crisps and coke in, and have a big Spinal Injuries Association offer raised for the residents’ comforts fund. ***actor category photographic must a of photograph of your require abelot heat so can over-winter n stimulating and5that the Pegg comedian Simon best known now lives in Basingstoke. Sometime Phone: 01805 624176 with a range of opportunities including for a permanent home for training If you would like to sponsor Holly you can do so by visiting her Just Giving page: of the ill-equipped men, was followed football tournament. 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Torrington Children’s Centre information. how helping him helped her to come of which you are an you can pick up a copy from the Here they come one, the voice said… And finally: and family support to out Vernon Andrew sessions help This game Heathcliffe brings managing My Second Birthday coach Pettifer and said tin names help move the story forward; this makes visit www.siafishandchips.co.uk. xplore your stories usingClub recycled of her shell. The next piece of prose told Nofavourite more thinking. centre, or download from our website re you doing?” playing for your own team seem like it’s with issues such as housing, money the storyline feel very epic and altogether that the club has never been able to May is a very special month in my ts more by materials withdetails ‘WOW’ North Devon Scrap Store Youth Group Needed! 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W Torridge District outside the carriage. Further work on the volunteers who can stop for a chat when they visit. heinand his family will be very Council. coal loading platform the yard has seen This service is funded by Devon Library Service, and delivered by the Royal our town, and the Church Fe We enjoyed a trip to Bideford to surface properly treated Voluntary Service. It is available across Devon to anyone who cannot easily access the cleared top th Vicarage was a good opportun watch their Regatta and on 10 spoil heap in front of their local library. The service can be provided on a temporary basis as well as long and dressed. The all to meet them. September watched the spectacular the platform has been cleared, and the term. The Co-op and Town Bideford Massed Pipes and area Drums, whole is now looking much more All Royal Voluntary Service volunteers are DBS checked. As well as the Home arranged a Harvest Festiva with visiting bands coming from all over to clear Market the trackside Library Service, the Royal Voluntary Service charity can provide other services to help presentable. Work Pannier on the UK. continues,theand will involve older people remain independent in their own homes – just get in touch with us andis drainage September. 11ththis Barnstaple Fair always a wellreplacement of broken missing Thisand was the drains first find out how we might be able to help. supported day, with all the “Chain over the next months. one organised and I If you are interested in either receiving the Home Library Service or becoming Gang” out in force to celebrate the Bookwas Fair willthink be held in become the carriage it will a a volunteer, please contact Jacqueline Cleaver, Royal Voluntary Service Manager tradition of the Fair. The Our weather on site on Easter Monday 28thonMarch regular event the as we walked around town, whilst Devon Home Library Service, on 07786 635163 or e-mail kind jacqueline.cleaver@ fromof11am 4pm. We have a good calendar. the declaration of the 2016 opening the to Torrington royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk we tried to attend stock of railway very many newlyFair was read. Immediately after the books,Finally, Macmillan as acquired ones, as othercoffee booksmornings and formal part of the proceedings had as well The Plough’s 2016 Fundraising Campaign and in fact ended up going jigsaws. All at bargain prices. finished, we dashed down to Newquay. is a wonderful an hanks to all who contributed last Ouronfirst Open This Weekend will be charity on It was time for Helen to put a ‘posh surprising it’s2016 so well su year. We have new targets for this frock’ for a reception Sunday celebrating the & Monday, 1st and 2ndthat May those coffees year! We urgently need funds to ‘South West in Bloom’ fromcompetition. 10am to 4pm.After Weallshould have a we we Soap Kitchen shop pay for the following: We still had to wait until the following good selection of stands and exhibits toto see Le Richard Phillips who celebra day to hear the results, entertain and were everyone. proud 1. A new lift to the gallery: Target £20,000 years of business on 30th Se and delighted when it was announced 2. Completion of a new IT and box office Thursday is our working day on site Congratulations to you both. that the Torrington in Bloom had team system: Target: £5,000 when team the hardy gets to grips with I look forward to hearing fro won a Silver Gilt (last year it was 3. Technical upgrade and renewal of all a myriad of jobs; you the have carriage is open an event or anniver silver). 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ebruary wasn’t the kindest month with regards to weather, however, as the month came to an end the sun began to shine and the allotment plots became a hive of activity. The allotment keepers made the best of the dry weather, and opened up their double digging, frantically working away whilst the good weather prevailed. The beginning of March was time for the allotmenteers to receive their second lesson of the course. This time the subject was early seed sowing, always a popular task at this time of year, as we begin to leave the long dark days of winter behind and head into spring. During this lesson the group sowed their lettuce and cabbage seed, along with their broad beans and peas. They were also taught the correct way of sowing each crop, as well as the different types of growing medium (compost), and the various pieces of equipment to use. The pots and trays of seeds are now laid out on benches in the polytunnel to germinate, with a watchful gaze upon them from expectant allotment keepers waiting for the first signs of life to

he Torrington in Bloom Committee would like to pass sincere condolences to Val Knight and her family at the sad loss of her husband, Mike, who died in February. Mike and Val were long-standing and hard-working members of Torrington in Bloom who, for many years, planted and maintained the Clock Tower in the town square. Mike was always ready and willing to help out wherever he could and many of you will have seen him and Val busy weeding, dead-heading, watering and generally helping to keep the town looking bright and colourful. Mike shall be greatly missed by Torrington in Bloom. April sees the launch of our Best Garden competition and the entry form is on the opposite page. Some forms will be kept at Whiskers Pet stores and Duffy’s Home Hardware. You can also drop off your completed forms there. Those of you who won a trophy last year, please could you phone me (number at the end of this article) to arrange collection at a convenient time for all. The closing date for this year’s competition is 30th June. Sarah Chesters has very kindly agreed to judge the entries again this year and the date of judging will be Tuesday 26th July (I know this is quite late on in the season for some people, but a winning garden will contain things that give all-year-round interest). Cherry Hammon, Chair Torrington in Bloom Association, 01805 625788 emerge. The lettuces and cabbages will be pricked out into individual pots later in the month, to grow on to good sized young plants, then will be transplanted outside into the ground to grow on to maturity. Meanwhile, the peas and broad beans will be allowed to grow on in the pots they have been sown in, before being planted out into rows on the allotments. Elsewhere in the garden, spring is well underway and colour is returning to the beds in the form of flowering trees and shrubs and early flowering perennials. The apple orchard and the crab apples throughout the garden will look fabulous towards the end of the month. The rhododendrons, especially in Lady Anne’s Garden, are a riot of colour; pinks, purples, reds, yellows and whites light up the borders and woodland walks along

with pieris, magnolias and ornamental cherries. Areas of the garden planted with woodland lovers such as the Cherry Garden and the outer reaches of the Formal Gardens are at their peak in April and May, containing favourites such as Erythronium, Anemone, Astrantia and Narcissus. In the boggy areas Lysichiton, with their huge spathes of bright yellow or white are always a talking point for the visitors. This is an exciting time in the garden, when winter is well and truly behind us, favourite plants are flowering once again and the vegetable plots are cultivated and seeds sown. Sheila Dearing, RHS Rosemoor

B n i l o n o o m t g 2 n i 0 r 1 r o 6 T

BEST GARDEN COMPETITION 2016 ENTRY FORM

CATEGORY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Best display by a business or shop (may include a window display). Best display by public house, club or restaurant. Best individual display with no front garden, ie, baskets, window box, etc Best display by group of three or more properties, Best large garden over 9.50sq metres (approx) (100sq ft approx). Best small garden, courtyard or balcony (less than 9.50sq m/100sq ft approx). Best display in a public area to include sponsored flowerbeds and/or baskets. Best display by a youth group or individual (under 18yrs), ie, scouts, schools.

The best overall display from all the categories will receive a new award.

The closing date for entries is 30 JUNE 2016. Judging will take place on 26 July 2016

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ENTRY FORM

Name: .............................................................................................................. Tel. No: …………………….......................… Address: …………………………………………………………………………………………………............................................ …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….............................................. Category entered (may be more than one): ……………………………………………………..…............................................... .................................................................................................................................................................................................

Completed entry forms may be left at Duffy’s Home Hardware or Whiskers Pet Centre 31

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