Pulman's View from Honiton, January 26, 2016

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ISSUE NUMBER 563 Est. April 2005 www.honiton-today.co.uk Tuesday, January 26th 2016
Dementia group plans to
build on last year’s success
by Peter Hodges
HONITONDementia Action Alliance has an- unteers and can, in addition, work on specific dementia self-esteem. Dementia Friendly Cinemas have proven to
nounced it’s plans for 2016 and hopes to build [email protected] friendly projects of their choosing. be very therapeutic for people with memory problems
Heather added: “Our current student volunteers have and their families. Besides engaging the brain and stim-
on the success of last year.
become very popular with friends of the memory café ulating emotions, being part of an audience enjoying a
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liance steering group headed up by chairman Heather next public session is at the library on Tuesday, February reminiscence’ as a theme. This has involved speaking to with the condition”.
Penwarden. 23rd at 5.30pm. everyone who attends the memory café about their Whilst the Nostalgic Cinema is being promoted as de-
The steering group is made up of a number of individ- Heather said: “We want to offer more dementia friends favourite song or piece of music and what happy memo- mentia friendly it is open to anyone who loves old films
uals, organisations and businesses committed to working sessions to groups and organisations in the town and are ries are attached to it. They have then produced a personal and wants to join in for an afternoon of fond memories.
towards transforming and improving the quality of life looking for a volunteer to be trained to join me in running playlist which contains a happy memory for each person David Perkins, a Beehive director and a town councillor
of those living with dementia and their carers in the Honi- these sessions so we can broaden our reach. in the room and stimulates lively conversation and some said: “We warmly welcome this initiative, which helps
ton area. The steering group is supported by the town “Honiton Guides have taken up the offer and are now singing too.” the Beehive to fulfill its charitable objects”.
council and the chamber of commerce. Dementia Friends with each young person pledging to do A brand new initiative, Nostalgic Cinema, has also been The plan is to make Nostalgic Cinema a regular event
Heather Penwarden said: “Over the past 12 months we ‘one action’ that will make a difference to someone living launched for 2016. The event is a collaboration between on the fourth Thursday afternoon of each month. All per-
have achieved so much in helping Honiton work towards with dementia. Honiton Scouts have also joined the ini- Honiton DAA, the Beehive and the Honiton Community formances will start at 2pm and tickets, which include tea
becoming a truly dementia friendly community. We are tiative.” Cinema. and biscuits, cost £3.50 and can be purchased in advance
just at the starting blocks of what we hope to achieve and Honiton Community College Sixth Form has a rolling Heather said: “We are very excited about this new proj- at The Beehive box office on 01404 384050. If transport
have many plans and aspirations for the future.” programme of dementia friends’ sessions. Students have ect as we know the arts can enrich people’s lives by re- is required, contact the TRIP office on 01404 46529.
The Honiton DAA plans on creating a ‘Dementia the opportunity to attend Honiton Memory Café as vol- ducing stress and enhancing self confidence and Honiton DAA has been gathering requests for favourite
friendly generation’ in the town and in 2015 nearly 650 films via its Facebook page and a full programme will be
dementia friends were created in Honiton. released shortly.
The awareness sessions are open to the public and if
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TOP STORIES
SOUTH SOMERSET
From the editor’s chair
FROM ACROSS
Road deaths drop by
EAST DEVON
Webster’s: the final hurdle almost 25 per cent
AND SOUTH
FRESHstatistics show that road deaths in Som-
SOMERSET “THE beginning of the evolution is on the hori- ment on page 10 that Pulman’sis now back in the erset dropped sharply last year.
zon”. Now, if I was more cynical I would be treat- hands of local management has delayed that Figures from Somerset Road Safety reveal that
ing that statement not with a pitch of salt but a tin eventuality so perhaps the end of the saga will 22 people were killed on the county’s roads in
of Saxa! happen before I hang up my notebook after all.
AXMINSTER But let’s keep faith with the present. Owners of 2015. That’s 11 fatalities less than in 2014 and al-
Webster’s Garage in Axminster say they have just nLAST week I was invited to talk on my career at most 25 per cent lower than the target set by
Webster’s plan “one more hurdle” to cross before opening the a meeting of the fairly-recently formed Axe River Somerset County Council.
town centre site that has blighted Axminster for Women’s Institute. What a lovely bunch of ladies. The council’s road safety team receives police
edges forward 30 years or more as a car park. It was great to see a WI so buoyant following the reports following any injury accidents recorded
My tongue-in-cheek reference in last week’s closure of a number of institutes in recent times. by the police and carries out its own research to
column to the rumour that there were some in In fact, Axe River are doing so well that they will identify trends and look for ways to improve
LASTminute changes have been announced for town who would like to see the weekly street soon be moving to a larger meeting place. safety across Somerset’s 4,000 miles of roads.
the Webster’s car park project in Axminster. market moved to the Webster’s site caused a bit My talk is titled “From Southleigh to Soweto” Councillor David Fothergill, Somerset County
Despite the delay the changes will cause, own- of a stir. because Southleigh was one of the first villages I
Council’s Cabinet member for highways, said:
ers Hallmark Estates say the “beginning of the But as I predicted, it’s never going to happen visited as a shy reporter in the 1960s and I ended
with current Lord of Manor, Jim Rowe, who owns working for a time in South Africa where the com- “I’m pleased to see a drop in the number of road
evolution is on the near horizon”.
the Axminster market rights, texting me to con- pany who employed me owned the Soweto deaths across Somerset in 2015 – although
The company has submitted a planning appli-
firm that conclusion. Star. clearly a single death is one too many.
cation to change aspects of the landscaping. Planning permission for the car park was My talk is peppered with a few tales from my “As you might expect for a predominately rural
Hallmark Estates boss Neal Hiscocks said: “This granted two years ago but the matter has been years as a country reporter before taking over a county, the majority of deaths were on country
is our final hurdle before selecting an operations further delayed over the submission of a new group of newspaper in the East End of London, a roads and we will be looking at ways to raise
route.” landscape plan. huge culture change.
awareness of the specific dangers associated
Planning permission to turn the derelict site Although no decision on a opening date has As I spend much of my time back in London
with these types of road, as well as carrying out
into a temporary car park for up to five years was been made, we are told that the beginning of the these days, it’s good to get out to meet our readers
given almost two years ago after a protracted end to protracted negotiations are nigh. I’ve often from time to time and I’m proud that Pulman’s road improvements where a need is identified.”
planning battle. wondered whether I would still be writing about Viewis still greatly admired by most of them.
Webster’s until the day I retire. The announce- PHILIP EVANS SIDMOUTH
The site, a prominent eyesore for more than 30
years, will be turned into a car park until a long-
term development plan has been devised. SEATON OTTERY STMARY Sidford site back in
Mr Hiscocks added: “We’ve made no final deci-
sions on how or when the car park will be opera- Chine Café set to Decision due on Local Plan
tional. Although, after a 13-year journey to this
point and the last 12 months having been so mo- reopen in spring quarry proposal A SITEpreviously earmarked for a new business
mentous for the site and, indeed, the town, the park, which was removed from the East Devon
beginning of the initial evolution of Webster’s is THElong-term future of Seaton’s former Chine DEVONCounty Council will meet on Wednesday to Local Plan, has controversially been added back
definitely on the near horizon.” Café premises has been decided. The building, un- decide the fate of Straitgate Farm, once and for all. in – much to the annoyance of local residents and
occupied since 2014, is undergoing a complete A 100-acre quarry, near Ottery St Mary, has been campaign groups.
makeover ready for a spring launch under new proposed for the site and has now been formally In his final report on the Local Plan, planning in-
4 rpRm5 x 10006 7 8PMMOTOR proprietor Hazel Goodier, 44, a former chemistry recommended for approval for inclusion in Devon spector Anthony Thickett has ruled that the ‘Sid-
3 teacher and mother of three from Branscombe. County Council’s minerals plan. The decision will ford employment site’ is the most appropriate
2 1 0 S E R V I C E S Ms Goodier has taken a 25-year lease on the be made by councillors on the Development Man- option for new employment land provision and
REPAIRS & SERVICING OF 1920s-style building. agement Committee (DMC) on January 27th. should not be dropped from the Local Plan.
ALL VEHICLES It is hoped the café will be open by early spring. There are several objectors to the plan including The inspector also found, in relation to the Local
East Devon District Council who have cited po- Plan, the target of 17,100 homes between 2013
HONITON tential negative impacts on landscape, flood risk, and 2031 is an appropriate housing need for the
Exeter Airport and Straitgate Farmhouse. district and will meet the needs identified in the
VEHITCHEL VEE HATIPCEPLRESO ITNVSEINPDE BGCYT OSRTAATETION Dementia group to Another issue raised is the potential conse- council’s studies.
quences it would have on the local economy, with
01297 22772 build on success shops and property prices being the worst hit.
ww.rpmmotorservices.co.uk DCC have said that the Minerals Plan would con- Axminster office
HARBOUR ROAD, SEATON HONITON Dementia Action Alliance has an- tain policies that would minimise the impact on
nounced plans for 2016 residents near the site but have yet to say what
FOLLOWINGthe recent management takeover
and hopes to build on these policies are.
of the Pulman’s Weekly Newsand View From
the success of last year.
Honiton was recog- EAST DEVON Series (see page 10 for the full story), Axmin-
ster reporter Anders Larsson can be contacted
nised as a ‘Dementia
Local Plan milestone on 01297 446142 or [email protected]
friendly town’ in 2015,
Please note that the South Street office in
thanks to the work by
the Dementia Action EASTDevon District Council has said a “key mile- Axminster is no longer staffed by Pulman’s
Alliance steering group stone” has been reached with its long-awaited Weekly Newsand View FromSeries.
headed up by chairman Local Plan, as the inde-
Heather Penwarden. pendent planning in-
VALUATION DAY The steering group is spector has confirmed STOUT FARM
made up of a number it is “sound”, subject to
Thursdayy 4th Februaryy of individuals, organi- modifications.
sations and businesses East Devon District EST. 2010
committed to working Council (EDDC) can Honiton Bottom Road, Honiton EX14 9TS
at Thelma Hulbert Gallery towards transforming now move forward to
Dowell Street, Honiton and improving the formally adopt the Tel: [phone] or 07805 913533
10.00am - 12 noon quality of life of those Local Plan and the ad-
living with dementia ditional Community What better way to
Kennaway House aHnodn itthoeni r caarreeras. in Ththee I(nCfIrLa)s cthruacrtguinreg scLheevdy- support Devon Farming?
Coburg Road, Sidmouth
steering group is sup- ule. A meeting to adopt
2.00pm - 4.00pm ported by the town the plan is expected at Fresh seasonal lamb, reared using
council and the cham- the end of January. sustainable methods, direct from
All enquiries please ber of commerce. The Local Plan docu- the farm in Honiton.
telephone [phone] The Honiton DAA ments are the culmi- We only sell what we farm.
plans on creating a nation of years of work Traceability and animal welfare
Sold for £8,100 ‘Dementia friendly as the council has as- are our core values.
generation’ in the town sessed many possible
and in 2015 nearly 650 development sites and AVAILABLE NOW
St. Edmund’s Court, dementia friends were addressed thousands Half Lamb £75
Okehampton Strreeet, created in Honiton. of consultation re- Whole Lamb £140
Exeter. EX4 1DU The awareness ses- sponses with commu-
W: www.bhandl.co.uk sions are open to the nities and individuals Find out more and order online at
E: [email protected] SOFwwAw.sofaAa.orgg public. across the district. www.stoutfarm.co.uk
4 Tuesday, January 26th 2016 HONITON www.honiton-today.co.uk
Rare Chinese ‘moonflask’
From small seeeds....
The Paper Shop
sold in Hong Kong for £500k
10 New Street, Honiton EX14 1EY
Tel: [phone]
WENOWOFFERAQUALITYHOMENEWS AN ANTIQUE vase discovered in Qianlong period in the 18th cen-
DELIVERYSERVICEINTHEFOLLOWING Honiton has sold for nearly tury.
£500,000 at auction in Hong The vase was found to be a rare
VILLAGESANDSURROUNDINGAREAS
Kong. Imperial puce-enamelled blue
Awliscombe • Monkton • Rawridge • Uppottery The Imperial moonflask fetched and white ‘dragon’ bianhu
the huge figure at Bonhams’ Fine moonflask, from the Imperial
Cotleigh • Offwell • Wilmington • Shute • Whitford
Umborne • Dalwood • Stockland • Yarcombe • Farway For great advertising ideeeaassss Chinese Ceramics and Works of Court during the Qianlong
Art sale and the seller from East period (1736-1795).
Northleigh • Churchinford • Marsh • Smeatharpe call Jemma on Devon had no idea of the potential According to the ex-
SERVICE IS OUR SUCCESS 01297 446158888 value of the vase when she first ar- perts, it is quite unusual
HONITON- SERVINGRURALCOMMUNITIES rived at Honiton Auctioneers, to find this style of dec-
Chilcotts. oration featuring a fero-
View Family Announcements Lucky for her, Duncan Chilcott cious dragon in puce
recognised the vase’s high quality. enamel surrounded by
Duncan explained: “The seller underglaze blue cloud
had brought along a number of scrolls.
Happy 60th Birthday items, including good quality sil- The moonflask was
ver, jewellery, collectors’ toys and formerly owned by a
LINDA JAMES
ceramics. colonel who served in Her
All our love Norman, Michael and Emma, Joanne But the vase looked like some- Majesty’s Royal Army Med-
thing special – the decoration was ical Corps (RAMC) in China in
and Jamie, Kerry and Mat, and all the Grandchildren
enamel paint using fine brush the early 1900s.
work, which indicated to me the He was responsible for pro- nThe moonflask went for nearly
highest quality, skilled painting viding medical supplies and £500,000 at auction in Hong Kong
only seen in grand Chinese soci- treatment to all British Armed
BAILEY MAY BROWN
ety.” Forces, military personnel and On the day of the sale, frantic
A special Granddaughter on her 3rd Birthday on Duncan added: “We undertook their families during times of war bidding in the room and on the
exhaustive research into the arte- and peace, and brought the vase telephones led to the exceptional
Tuesday 26th January, love to you always from
fact and identified its age and im- with him when he returned to the price of £488,000 (including
Nanny Sue & Granddad Dave portance. However, because of its UK, where it became a treasured buyer’s premium).
likely value, we wanted a second family artefact. Duncan said: “As an auctioneer
opinion.” Prior to being offered in Hong I never tire of the feeling I get
Before setting up Chilcotts, Kong, the moonflask went ‘on when I realise someone’s brought
Happy 3rd Birthday to our Beautiful Daughter & Sister Duncan was managing director of tour’ in the Far East, visiting Bei- in something rather special. The
Bonhams West Country, so he jing, Shanghai, Taipei and Singa- moonflask is the highest value
BAILEY MAY BROWN
asked for some advice and met pore. As one of the top six lots in item sourced in our sale room to
on Tuesday 26th January Asaph Hyman, Bonhams’ Interna- the sale and with an estimated date, but who knows what’s
love from Mummy, Daddy & Ralphie tional Head of Chinese Ceramics value of £130,000 to £170,000, around the corner.”
& Works of Art. online bidding was not available Drop-in valuation mornings take
Mr Hyman had seen items of a for the moonflask, with interested place at Chilcotts Honiton sale
very similar design which hailed parties having to submit their bid room on Fridays between 9.30am
from the Imperial Court in the directly to Bonhams. to 1pm.
Happy 75th Birthday PCC’s meet and greet in Tesco
WILLIAM SANDERS
for Friday 22nd January
love form Stella, Caroline,
Marieann and Adam
BAILEY MAY BROWN
Happy 3rd Birthday on Tuesday 26th January
from Uncle Mark, Aunty Carri, Jordan & Keeley
JENNA-MARIE KING
Happy 13th Birthday
Hope you have a fabulous day
love you loads, Jay, Mum, Ryan,
Amy, Charlie, Max & Dave
JOE MARSHALL nFarmerBernard Dymond discusses property marking with mr Hogg at a recent meet and greet
A memorial service will be held on Friday 29 January in Honiton
at 2.30 pm in St Mary's Church Ottery St Mary Devon and Cornwall Police sioner is responsible for the event: “This kind of face to face
to celebrate the life for Joe, a keen short mat bowler and Crime Commissioner Tony efficiency and effectiveness of engagement, allied to the work
and tennis player. All welcome. Hogg spent an afternoon last policing and the criminal jus- we do to keep in touch with our
FREE FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENT FORM week in Honiton, inviting tice system in his or her re- digital communities, is both re-
members of the public to spective area. warding and vital and we had a
Message............................................................................................................................................................................................. come and discuss issues with Mr Hogg said that one per- steady stream of people com-
.......................... him. son who visited his stall in ing to talk to us.
................................................................................................................................................................... Setting up his stall in the Honiton was involved in a dis- “I was very happy that many
Datefor inser.t.i.o..n.. .T..u..e.s..d..a..y.. ._. ._.. ./. ._.. . _.. ./.. _.. ._.............................................................................................. Tesco foyer, Mr Hogg dis- pute with a neighbour, and were aware of the work the
Send to:Devon, Dorset & Somerset Series of Newspapers Limited, Unit 3, St Michael’s Business Centre, Church cussed anti-theft techniques, added: “The dispute has driven office had done to protect po-
Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3DB such as property marking and her to need mental health sup- lice funding.”
Signed: .................................. Telephone: ................................................. Address: .................................................................. disputes with neighbours, to a port. She is so distressed and The election for Devon and
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steady stream of local resi- feels not enough is being done. Cornwall’s new PCC takes
Please include SAE for return of any photos.
dents. But we can now follow this up.” place on May 5th. Mr Hogg will
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept announcements without a signature, address and telephone no.
A police and crime commis- Mr Hogg added after the not be seeking re-election.
All announcements must be in by 12 noon on Friday for the following week’s publication.
www.viewfromonline.co.uk VILLAGES Tuesday, January 26th 2016 5
Mexico comes to Kilmington
ALMoST100 Senors and Senoritas hall on January 16th.
descended on Kilmington Village The decorations were admired as
Hall for a Mexican evening. complimentary Tequila Sunrise
organised by community stal- cocktails were enjoyed.
warts Caroline and Brian Lavender, It was a colourful and festive
all things Mexican were celebrated scene right from the start and the
on the night. only formal part of the proceedings
Los Gringos –Senors Peter Ball, was when everyone was asked to
Stafford Seward, Robert Crabbe and stand in respect of the Mexican flag
Keith Jolly –mimed some rousing during the first stanza and chorus
Mexican mariachi music and songs of Mexican national anthem, trans-
as the 95 guests (mostly in pon- lated by compere Senor Brian
chos and sombreros) arrived in the Lavender.
n MACARENA: The
Senoritas
The Grace was given by Senora tained the audience with some
Rev’d Anne Mills in impeccable amusing Mexican Tales before the
Spanish before the guests sat jazz duo reappeared.
down to guacemole and salsa with The finale of the evening was from
Doritos, while they puzzled over a a troupe of Kilmington Senoritas -
20-question quiz about Mexico. Gill Gibbs, Celia Dunsford, Jean Fal-
The main course was chilli con coner, Lesley Rew, Anna Crabbe, Di
carne with tortilla and side salad, Seward and Caroline Lavender,
which was obviously much enjoyed. under the musical direction of Ali-
Between courses, a Latin Ameri- son Vickers – danced the
can jazz duo – Senors Richard Macarena.
Llewelyn and Tony Roberts –ex- Parish councillor Stafford Seward
pertly performed typical music be- congratulated Caroline and Brian
fore delicious home-made Lavender for organising and run-
margarita icecream was served. ning such a fabulous evening, and
Senor John Mellows then enter- he thanked the decorators, the
chefs, the servers, the musicians
n ABOVE: and all those present who had
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resourceful vellous costumes and join in the fun
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6 Tuesday, January 26th 2016 HONITON www.honiton-today.co.uk
County council gives 55+
centre seal of approval
HONITON’S55+ Centre has won “It’s very important to the centre day services providers who we
Devon County Council’s seal of because it helps to protect its fu- work closely with.
approval to provide daycare for ture and safeguards much needed “Their service provides valuable
East Devon residents. services for vulnerable people. support to help improve the lives
The centre successfully com- “We look forward to welcoming of people in the East Devon area.”
pleted a rigorous quality assurance many more people to the centre, as “We want there to be a good
review to become an approved a result.” range of services to meet people’s
supplier of services to DCC for The approval means the 55+ needs and that are of an agreed
day care. Centre is now added to Devon quality.
Jackie Wadsworth, vice-chair- County Council’s select provider “Day services aren’t currently
man of the 55+ Centre, said: “It’s list, a selection of care providers regulated in the same way as other Big turnout for South
a testament to the hard work of the that DCC can refer people to. care services, so we select
team of staff and volunteers who Councillor Stuart Barker, DCC’s providers that we work with based
have worked tirelessly to make cabinet member with responsibil- on quality assessments of our own. West Academy exhibition
this happen, ensuring the services ity for adult social care, said: “I “We do that with the help of rep-
meet the quality standard specified am pleased that Honiton 55+ Cen- resentatives of people who use day
by the council. tre has successfully joined other services and their carers.”
Local Poppy Appeal raises £14,600 nPhil Creek, chairman of the South West Academy trustees, exhibiting artist Alan Cotton, THG
curator Angela Blackwell and Phil Norrey (chief executive of Devon County Council)
Artlovers flocked to Honiton The exhibition was opened by gether.”
HONItON residents have been and street collectors raised in Dartmoor. Donations were re-
to the opening of the new Phil Norrey, chief executive of Angela Blackwell, tHG cura-
praised for their generosity in excess of £7,000 between ceived from other bodies to raise
South West Academy exhibi- Devon County Council, who tor and manager, said: “It was
helping to raise nearly £14,600 them.” the impressive figure.
for the Poppy Appeal. This year, for the first time, the Mr Sinden added: “We are al- tion at the Thelma Hulbert said: “I am very pleased to be fantastic to see so many come
Many shops based in Honiton Army and rAF cadets took part ways looking for people to assist Gallery. opening this exhibition at the to our opening; we have been
and the surrounding villages, as as well, and raised over £1,200 with the appeal in the month Over 200 gallery goers at- excellent Thelma Hulbert overwhelmed by its popularity.
well as larger stores such as on the two Saturdays prior to prior to remembrance Day. This tended the opening to enjoy Gallery. “It ranks as one of our best
tesco, supported the fundraising remembrance Day, in which is a rewarding and satisfying job, the work of some of their “The South West is a cultur- openings ever and we took
initiatives. they also played a major role in in which you meet many of the favourite South West artists. ally and creatively vibrant part over £1,200 in sales in just one
Chris Sinden, president of the the parade and the church serv- townsfolk for a chat. Phil Creek, one of the exhibit- of the country. There is a really day.
Honiton branch of the royal ice. “Finally I would like to thank all ing artists and also chairman of strong sense of community “The prints and catalogues
British Legion and Poppy Appeal A local knitting and crochet those people who gave up their the trustees of the South and creativity here. are proving particularly popu-
co-ordinator, said: “The retail group made poppies and sold time to help with the appeal and, West Academy said: “The “The South West Academy lar. This is a great way to invest
outlets raised £4,457 –including them, making over £650 in the moreover, those who gave so South West Academy is very encourages this creativity and in and support local art.
collectors at tesco who raised a process, and students at Honiton generously.”
lucky to have their first exhibi- this exhibition is a smashing “It is an excellent start to the
tremendous £2,000 of that. Community College raised £560 For more information on the
tion of 2016 at tHG –it is a example of some of the re- exhibition, which continues
“House-to-house collectors by doing a sponsored walk on appeal, please call 01404 44474.
gem of a gallery." gion’s best artists coming to- until February 13th."
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www.honiton-today.co.uk HONITON Tuesday, January 26th 2016 7
HoMe Farm Hotel in MP gets behind village schools
Wilmington has hired an
award winning chef to
head up their restaurant.
Nathan Givans, comes LOCAL MP Neil Parish has dren and good for the local com- Headteacher Katie Gray said: “It
with a wealth of experi- pledged his support to rural munity.” was a pleasure to welcome Neil
ence including winning schools and the role they play in The MP will be writing to the Parish MP to the school.
‘Best Dining Pub in local communities in East Devon. local authority and the Exeter “We were pleased that he sup-
Dorset’ when he was sous It follows his recent visit to Far- Diocesan Director of Education to ports rural schools like ours and
chef at The Kings Arms in way Church of England Primary show his support for the school. appreciates the wider role they
Longham, as well as pick- School, where he met pupils, He will also write to the Educa- play in local community life.
ing up Taste of the West teachers and governors. tion Secretary Nicky Morgan to “He was impressed with our
Gold Awards when he was Mr Parish, MP for the Tiverton seek assurances that the needs of beautiful environment, wide vari-
head Chef at The old Inn in and Honiton constituency said: “I small rural schools are reflected in ety of resources and family atmos-
Kilmington. was delighted to visit the school. national education policy. phere.
Ashley Gray, Home Farm “It is clear that it is at the very To prepare for his visit on Janu- “The pupils were interested in
Hotel owner, said: centre of Farway village’s life – ary 15th, the children considered talking to the MP about what his
“Nathan is a great chef parents, governors and teachers democracy in Britain and the role job involves and are linking
with a huge passion for have demonstrated that they want of MPs. themes about democracy to their
creating good quality, in- the school to remain an integral Mr Parish was quizzed by pupils studies.”
teresting food. part of the local community for fu- about his role and political career The future of Farway Primary
“Given the diversity of ture generations. and gave them an insight into how School was thrown into doubt re-
guests who eat at the “It is important that parents liv- Parliament works. cently after pupil numbers drop-
restaurant, we needed a ing in, or near, villages like Far- He told the pupils that the most ped, due to the lack of primary
head chef who was com- way have the choice to send their enjoyable aspect about being a school aged children in the catch-
fortable cooking a variety children to local rural schools that politician in Parliament was debat- ment area and no plans for afford-
of dishes of differing com- they know are good for the chil- ing. able housing locally.
plexity, from the classics
nMP Neil Parish visited Farway
through to fine dining
Primary School to pledge his
gastro pub food.
support to the rural school
“With Nathan’s experi-
ence and passion, we are
planning to put Home
Farm Hotel back on the
map as one of the go-to
restaurants in the Honiton
Award winning
area.
“We are planning to put
on various events
throughout the year, new chef at
starting with Valentine’s
Day”.
nNathan Givans has Home Farm
taken over as head
chef at the Home
Farm Hotel restaurant
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ADVERTISER’S ANNOUNCEMENT Museum curator n IN HIS final duty as
Theowners of Lyme Bay Auctions in Seaton Commodore of Beer Sail-
are looking forward to their first sale of 2016 ing Club, Mike Ransom
launches new book
when they will be auctioning a fabulous was called upon to re-
Armstrong Siddeley vintage car. ceive a gift from the
Phil Atkins, saleroom manager, said: “We members at their recent
are very excited to have been asked to auc- SEATON based historian two books about Brixham, Christmas party.
tion this fantastic and very rare car. Ted Gosling has just had Mr Gosling admitted his Vice-commodore
“Its previous owner has carried out consid- his 41st book published, most recent effort had Michael Taylor made the
erable restoration work but there is plenty the third about Brixham. taken a long time to finish, presentation to Mike,
still to do for a vintage car enthusiast.” Simply called ‘Brixham’, but added the town has a who is leaving the village
The Armstrong Siddeley ‘Twelve Plus’ two- the book has been co-writ- rich history and lots of to move closer to his
door sports coupe was built in 1936 and the ten with June Richards. things to write about. family.
engine was professionally rebuilt in Coventry June is a Paignton resi- He explained: “You’ve Pictured above (from
in 1998. dent who was born in Ax- got to remember that it was left to right): departing
It features a pre-selector gearbox, once fa- commodore Mike Ran-
mouth and has family the biggest fishing port in
mous for enabling the tagline ‘Cars for the som with current vice
connections in Brixham. Europe in Victorian times.
daughters of gentlemen’! commodore Michael Tay-
Mr Gosling, who is the “It is still big but then
Phil continued: “The Siddeley reflects the lor and Mrs Lynn Ransom
curator of Seaton Museum, there were shipbuilding
huge variety of items that we are receiving
is well-known for his yards and everything
for auction. Our monthly sales go from
books about Westcountry there.”
strength to strength and we are very excited
to see what treasures this year brings.” places, the first one having Anyone wishing to buy a SSSSSSSSSSeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeelllllllleeeeeccctttWWWWWWWWWWWiiiiiiinnnddddooooest fowwwr 26 yeessssars
The auction estimate for the Armstrong been published in 1990 and copy of the book can do so
Siddeley is £5,000 to £7,000. It will be part focusing on Seaton and directly from Mr Gosling
of Lyme Bay Auctions’ general sale on Mon- Sidmouth. at Seaton Museum.
day, February starting at 10am The official book launch Mr Gosling will be there
Lyme Bay Auctions holds monthly general party was held on Satur- from 10am-12noon on
sales of furniture, antiques, collectables, day, January 16th in The Mondays and Tuesdays (Honiton) Ltd Alsso at Otter Nurseriieess
china, ceramics, artwork, vintage items and Old Market House in Brix- during the close season,
household goods. ham. and would be happy to pro-
Telephone [phone], visit www. Having already produced vide signed copies.
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lymebayauctions.co.uk for more information
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10 Tuesday, January 26th 2016 DEVON www.viewfromonline.co.uk
Seaton-based Axe Vale Singers seek new voices
Countryside Forum
by Anders Larsson
THISyear will see Axe Vale Singers produce something new people and have some fun –they will all make you TheDevon Countryside Access Forum is a
special that aims to please, amuse and delight everyone. [email protected] welcome. statutory local access forum under the Coun-
The Seaton-based group describes itself as a ‘social and “They will be there from 7pm tea and coffee is in- tryside and Rights of Way Act 2000. It has fif-
music-loving group of singers,” and new members would cluded.” teen members who advise on the
be made most welcome. “All singers welcome, it is never to late to join in. For more information, call Michelle on 07761 773563 ‘improvement of public access to land for the
Chairman Michelle Hague said: “The aim is to enjoy “So if you want to start to do something in 2016, meet or June on 01297 23491 purposes of open-air recreation and the en-
singing songs from well known musicals, show songs, Management takeover at Pulman’s View joyment of the area.’ The Forum has a remit to
along with some amazing numbers from modern stage give independent advice to a number of Gov-
shows.
ernment bodies, in addition to Devon County
“There is also a nod to the more whimsical but, most
Council, district and borough councils and
importantly, there is something to please all ages. NEWSPAPER proprietor Sir Ray The new group owned byPhilip, were superb.
parish and town councils.
“This year members of the public are in for a real treat. Tindle has sealed a ground-breaking Karen and Hannah is called Capital Philip, who originally launched the
“We were surprised and delighted by the response and deal which passes ownership of Media Newspapers Limited and will View From series, said: “Having Devon County Council is currently appoint-
number of people who attended our 2015 summer some of his leading titles to the peo- continue to operate from London and managed local newspapers in Lon- ing members to the Forum and would like to
evening of song. ple who run them. Lyme Regis. don earlier in my career, I am look- receive applications from anyone with an in-
“This year we are planning something special that aims Pulman’s Viewin Devon and Som- The South London Presscelebrated ing forward to the challenge of terest in recreational access. They would es-
to please, amuse and delight everyone.” erset and the View From series in its 150th anniversary in 2015 and Sir working alongside Karen and Han- pecially like to hear from landowners and
New members of all abilities are always welcome and Dorset, along with the capital’s South Ray threw a party on board HMS nah in continuing to build our stable managers, access users and people with other
the singers meet on Thursday evenings at 7.30 pm until London Press, Mercury, andtheLon- Belfastin London attended by HRH of titles in the capital as well as re- relevant professional interests such as health,
9.30pm at in Methodist Church Hall in Seaton, next to don Weekly Newstitles, including the the Countess of Wessex, Secretary of taining my Devon, Dorset and Som- planning, education, sport, sustainable trans-
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singing and sharing the fun of rehearsal with others. Karen Sheppard and Hannah Walker. the key role local newspapers play up pers and we are excited by the oppor- generous mileage rate is paid.
“Of course, if you have talent then you are equally wel- However, Sir Ray insists the deal and down the country and how they tunity he has given us and the Why don’t you consider applying to join the
come and we will find something to show off your abili- does not signal his retirement. He is are fundamental to democracy. Sir
talented staff we will lead.” Forum? It’s an interesting opportunity and you
ties and strength. now celebrating his 90th year and Ray Tindle, who bought his first
Philip is also joint managing direc- can:
“We are always keen to find and encourage new mem- has no intention to stand back from paper after receiving demobilisation
bers and reassure newcomers that everyone has a voice, front-line management. money as did all those who were in tor of the London Weekly News ncontribute to the debate –share experience
and can learn how to use it with practice. He says the sale is to ensure the the Army during the Second World Group, which is edited in Lyme and expertise from your specific field
Regis.
“Fundraising is a constant struggle so we try to do our long life of the papers which include War, has a career history of making nmeet and work with others –listen to and
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“We are a self-funding group so new sponsors and pa- across the country (plus percentages Newspapers has launched, or bought managed Sir Ray’s business in Farn- tional access updates and information relating
trons are also sought who obviously enjoy the benefits of from eight per cent to 49 per cent in up, 47 titles since the start of this re- ham previously, said: “I look forward to access law, policy, legislation, and how it can
being mentioned in the programme etc.” more than another 200 papers mak- cession. to continuing the successful pro- benefit social, economic and environmental
Members are already looking to end of the spring and ing his interest in the local press still On this latest announcement Sir gramme of change and improve- issues;
the culmination of their practice in a public performance total more than 400 titles). He in- Ray said it made complete sense to ments the team have been working nhelp make a difference –influence local and
on May 6th and 7th in the Methodist Church Hall. tends to remain hands-on. sell the London Dorset-based titles to on for the past 12 months, building UK policy affecting access.
Amongst this year's numbers will be songs from In this unique deal Sir Ray also re- the people who currently run them. on the launch of new titles in central For details and an application form please
Mamma Mia, The Lion King, Chess, My Fair Lady and mains a 10 per cent shareholder in He wished Philip Karen and Hannah London and enhancing the reputation see www.devon.gov.uk/dcaf The closing date
many more. the newspapers with Karen, Philip and the whole staff all the very best of the South London Pressas one of
is February 25th 2016.
Michelle said: “Music and words are provided, just pop and Hannah holding equal shares of for the future. the capital’s iconic local newspapers
along on Thursday night. 30 per cent each. He said the staffs of these papers with 150 years of history behind it.”