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BRIXHAM SIGNAL

Issue 41 Brixham Town Council January 2018

Brixham Town Council attracts recording breaking numbers to their Lanterns, Lights & ‘luminations

Brixham was glowing bright with lanterns, lights and fireworks on Saturday 25th November. Brixham Town Council who run the Lanterns, Lights & ‘luminations were absolutely delighted with the record breaking turnout for this year’s event. With thousands of people spectating and forming in the parade it has given a huge economic boost to the Town, not just for the one-day event, but for the weekend and future bookings of visitors to Brixham, many of whom have already

booked their accommodation for next year’s Lanterns, Lights & ‘luminations! The event attracts a fantastic community spirit with local traders opening late and adorning their shops with Christmas lights and decorations. The Christmas Market held in Middle Street and The Quay added to the atmosphere and the wonderful display of lanterns in the parade was much to be admired. Cllr Paul Addison, Chair of the Community Services Committee said “The adoption of the recycling theme really has taken off, setting Brixham’s lantern display apart from all the others who attract more traditional lanterns.” The event has grown so big over the years that Brixham Town Council worked in partnership with Born Hectic this year who helped develop the market and attractions. Thanks must not be missed for the likes of Brixham Harbour Office, Brixham Police and all the volunteers who helped during the day. Cllr David Giles, Chair of the Finance and General Purposes Committee said “Brixham Town Council sets a budget every year to contribute towards the seasonal display. However, this does not cover the entire cost of the Christmas lights, fireworks, lantern workshop and running the event. Without the generosity of local businesses and our community we would not be able to continue to put on this event. Any further donations or proposals of sponsorship will

always be gratefully received.” The Town Council will start working on the 2018 event in January and are asking everyone to book Saturday 24th November into their diaries!

Over 250 people joined us for the lantern making workshop in the Scala Hall!

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Message from the Town Council Chairperson First I would like to welcome our new Receptionist who will be joining Brixham Town Council in the new year. This year the Outstanding Sports Achievement Award was awarded to Holly Perkin who plays for Brixham second team, the Club Colts teams and Devon Girls. It was a pleasure to present her with the award at the October Brixham Town Council meeting On Friday 20 October I was delighted to open the Brixham Horticultural Society Autumn show in the Scala Hall. The Society holds two shows a year with many entries from the public and a few categories for members only. If you have never visited one of their shows do go as you will be amazed at the displays of prizewinning flowers, fruits, handicrafts and vegetables. The presentation of Royal Horticultural Society Britain in Bloom South West awards was held in early October. Thank you again to all entrants who made the town look colourful and bright with their wonderful allotments and gardens. The Brixham Family Group, Friends of St. Marys Park, Indigo Go Wild, Pride in Brixham and Stoney Park allotments association all received an award of some sort. Brixham is home to some talented people and throughout the year I have attended events at which Brixham choirs and/or the Town Band have performed. In recognition of the work Youth Genesis carries out with young people in Brixham we have entered into a partnership working agreement with them and providing funding to enable them to carry on doing what they are good at doing. Hopefully you will have noticed the difference that having Phil our Towns Lengthsman has had to the local environment. Residents are continuing to identify tasks for him to complete and our office are keeping a log of all requests for work and where applicable reported to TOR2. Due to the high volume of requests, please bear with us. The Local Government Boundary Commission for England (LGBCE) has conducted a review of Wards in Torbay. In its final recommendations Brixham remains as it is (there was a proposal to move boundaries so part of Churston would join Brixham for the election of Torbay Councillors). Brixham Town Council welcomed and fully supports its findings. It feels slightly strange thinking about lantern parades and Christmas lights in January, but all of these things take a lot of planning at the Town Hall so we have to start early. We received many compliments for our 2017 Lanterns, Lights and ‘luminations. Rosemary Clarke Chairperson of Brixham Town Council

Outstanding Sports Achieve-ment winner: Hollie Perkin with Cllr R Clarke

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What’s happening at Brixham Town Council Community Bus Service With the loss of the No. 67 Bus Service taking our community from Brixham to Torbay Hospital many of our residents are now feeling either cut off or have to endure a traumatic and difficult journey to the hospital. Cllr Giles has been working closely with the Torbay Community Development Trust and Torbay Council. On 23rd November Brixham Town Council resolved to encourage Stagecoach, Torbay Council and Brixham Town Council to meet to find a solution. This issue has not gone unnoticed with our Local MP who is also trying to help resolve the matter as soon as possible. Youth Genesis Brixham Town Council and Youth Genesis have signed a Service Level Agreement (SLA) to work in partnership for the benefit of the youth in the Town. The six month SLA was signed in November and a cheque was granted to Youth Genesis for £4,365.29. Development at Oxen Cove Brixham Town Council has resolved to work with Torbay Council and ensure a public open meeting is held in Brixham to hear Torbay Council’s plans as well as deal with issues such as the loss of car and coach parking. As soon as a public meeting is agreed, we will advise you of the date. Defibrillator Thanks to a substantial donation from a local resident and additional donations from local businesses and the Town Council’s input of £600, the defibrillator will be located close to the Old Fish Market. The defibrillator will be registered with the NHS and available for public use in the event of an emergency. Brixham Town Council will carry out regular checks and replace pads and batteries when necessary. WW1 Celebrations Brixham Town Council will be holding a Tea Dance in the Scala Hall on Saturday 10th November 2018 in commemoration of the end of WW1. The headline act will be Sandy Sparkle and is sure to be an event not to miss! Details will be announced closer to the time. Local Government Boundary Commission for England On 12th October, Brixham Town Council considered the changes to the Ward Boundaries recommended by the Local Government Boundary Commission for England and resolved to welcome the draft recommendations outlined by the Local Government Boundary Commission for England (LGBCE) in relation to the area identified as “The Brixham Peninsula”. Public Conveniences Brixham Town Council considered taking over the cleaning of the central toilets due to its poor condition. With the high volume of repairs that are required and with an impending decision from Torbay Council, it was agreed to defer making any decisions. At Torbay Councils meeting on 7th December, Councillors voted to hand over sixteen toilets to Healthmatic. With many of the toilets across Torbay being unfit for purpose, this move will ensure that the toilets are modernised to a good standard. Budget Consultation Thank you to everyone that took part in this year’s budget consultation. This year saw the highest number of responses to our budget consultation since starting this process three years ago. All results are now being analysed and considered within the budget setting process. The Finance and General Purposes Committee aim to recommend a draft budget to Full Council in January 2018 for submission to Torbay Council.

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Dentists: Emergency (Out of Hours) 01392 823 682 Emergency Dentist 01803 217777 Torbay Care Trust Dental Helpline 01803 210592 Brixham Dental Practice 01803 853980 Oasis Dental Care 01803 858392 or 851764 Smiles Ahead 01803 857606 Emergency Services: 999 Action Fraud 0300 1232040 Anti Terrorist Hotline 0800 789321 Crime stoppers 0800 555 111 Devon & Cornwall Police 01392 420320 Police Non Emergency: 101 Torquay Policy Custody Centre: 01803 841401 Victim Support 0845 3030900 Fire & Rescue Service (General) 01392 872200 Healthcare: Brixham Hospital 01803 881399 Compass House Medical Centre 01803 855897 Greenswood Medical 01803 853153 NHS Healthcare 111 St. Lukes Medical Centre 01803 852731 Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 Alcoholics Anonymous: National Helpline 0800 9177650 Local Helpline 01752 791111 Samaritans: 116 123 Torbay Council: 01803 201201 Clinical Waste & Bulky Collection 01803 701316 Connections 01803 207201 Dog Warden Service 01803 208091 Highways Maintenance: 01803 207740 Out of hours 01803 550405 Street Lighting (emergency) 01803 550405 Tor2 (Waste & recycling) 01803 701316 Tor2 (Litter, dog mess, graffiti, grass cutting, public toilet cleaning & sharps) 01803 701318 Waste & Recycling enquiries: 01803 701310 Utilities: Flooding Hotline 0800 807060 Gas Leak (emergency) 0800 111 999 SW Water (Emergency) 0800 169 1144 Western Power (Emergency) 0800 365 900

Helpful Contact Numbers Other: Brixham Harbour 01803 853321 Citizen’s Advice 01803 521726 English Riviera Tourist Company 01803 211211 NSPCC Helpline 0808 8005000 RSPCA (Cruelty line) 0300 1234 999 Torbay Wildlife Rescue 01803 557624 Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust 01803 520022 Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust 01803 882619 (Berry Head Enquiries) Brixham Chamber of Commerce 01803 855210 or chair@brixhamchamber.co.uk MP Contact Details: Totnes Constituency: Dr Sarah Wollaston MP Constituency Office, Station Road, Totnes TQ9 5HW. Tel: 01803 868378. sarah.wollaston.mp@parliament.uk Torbay Constituency: Kevin Foster MP Constituency Office, 5-7 East Street, Torquay TQ2 5SD. Tel: 01803 214989. kevin.foster.mp@parliament.uk Torbay Ward Councillor Contact Details: Furzeham with Berry Head Ward Cllr Vic Ellery 3 Alma Road, Brixham TQ5 8QR 01803 854928; vic.ellery@torbay.gov.uk Cllr Mike Morey - details can be found on page 5 Cllr Jackie Stockman - details can be found on page 5 St. Mary’s with Summercombe Ward Cllr Richard Haddock Churston Farm Shop, Dartmouth Road, Brixham TQ5 0LL; 01803 845837 or 07836 584944 richard.haddock@torbay.gov.uk Cllr Terry Manning 36 Summerlands Close, Summercombe, Brixham TQ5 0EA; 01803 859427 or 07547 831814; terry.manning@torbay.gov.uk

The Brixham Signal is published four times a year; January, April, July and October.

Deadline for submissions are 1st of December, March, June and September.

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Name Address Telephone No. / Email Berry Head with Furzeham Ward: Paul Addison 68a Pillar Ave, Brixham TQ5 8LB 07815 854765

pauladdison2@tiscali.co.uk Rosemary Clarke (Chair)

2 Oxford Lane, Brixham TQ5 8PP 01803 855766 clarke1959ra@gmail.com

Ian Carr 27 Station Hill, Brixham TQ5 8BN 07411 441469 ianecarr@yahoo.co.uk

Steve Clutterbuck 169 North Boundary Road, Brixham TQ5 8JS

07984 188963 or 01803 854343 clutters49@hotmail.co.uk

Mike Morey 37A Pillar Avenue, Brixham TQ5 8LF 01803 853316 mike.morey@torbay.gov.uk

Jill Regan Flat 3 Trevelyan Court, Church St, Brixham TQ5 8QP

01803 269691 regancampaign1@gmail.com

Jackie Stockman Winsome, Higher Furzeham Road, Brixham TQ5 8QP

01803 851255 jackie.stockman@torbay.gov.uk

St. Marys with Summercombe Ward: Victoria Campbell 17 Glenmore Road, Brixham TQ5 9BT 07469 660873

Victoriacampbell@torbaycdt.org.uk Mark Day 105 New Road, Brixham TQ5 8BY 01803 883450

mark@fishingforanswers.co.uk David Giles 2 Elizabeth Ave, Brixham TQ5 0AY 01803 469248

dgdmvc@gmail.com Jessica Stock (Vice-Chair)

22 Upton Hill Road, Brixham TQ5 9QR 01803 855741 jessicastock1968@gmail.com

Jacqui Wilbraham 2 Galmpton Glade, Galmpton, Brixham TQ5 8LU

07813 936177 jacquithechef@hotmail.com

Councillor Contact Details

BRIXHAM TOWN COUNCIL CONTACTS Tracy Hallett, Town Clerk; Linda McGuirk, Deputy Town Clerk

Address & Telephone: Brixham Town Council, Brixham Town Hall, New Road, Brixham TQ5 8TA

Tel: 01803 859678 Email: info@brixhamtowncouncil.gov.uk; Web site: www.brixhamtowncouncil.gov.uk

Opening Hours: Open daily 9.00am – 3pm

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Articles for Submission in the Brixham Signal Do you want to put an article in the Signal about your groups recent activities? All Brixham groups are welcome to submit articles, but please remember they should be a maximum of 250 words and submitted by email to info@brixhamtowncouncil.gov.uk. Articles for community groups are free.

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Brixham Theatre News There have been many rumours circulating around the Town since BATS gave the Town Council notice of their intended termination. Since then a community group has been formed and the Town Council has agreed to work with them. The Brixham Theatre Future group held an inaugural meeting on 6th November where they were overwhelmed with support. It is pleasing to note that a large number of people stepped forward with offers to serve on the new committee. Since then the group have been working hard on plans of how to run the Theatre, their constitution and the type of company that will be formed. Brixham Town Council and Brixham Theatre Future are working closely together in order to form a new partnership working agreement.

Community Sports Pitch Brixham Town Council has received many enquiries regarding the community sports pitch at the new Wall Park / Centry Road development. The majority of the enquiries are about who is going to run it and how much is it going to be. The sports pitch is not due to come into use until September 2018, which is in line with the rec-ommended minimum 12 months bedding in period before play can be progressed on the new playing surface. The developers still have a number of functions to fulfil their duties under the Planning require-ments. However, detailed discussions with third party partners in respect of the management and the maintenance function of the sports pitch and changing facilities are due to begin.

Brixham Community Partnership is a voluntary group which meets four times a year, inviting guest speakers to speak on issues important to the Brixham community. It is the place where you can voice your concerns and share your ideas. The meetings are open to the general public and all are welcome. A Steering Group manages the Partnership and is appointed by the votes of the Partnership.

The Partnership provides a platform for those large and looming issues from around the Bay that affect or will affect our Brixham community. Our last meeting on November 14, on the subject of Torbay Council's Investment Strategy, brought many people together to express their concerns to Torbay Councillors. Full details of our meetings can be viewed at www.torbaycdt.org.uk/community-partnerships, on the Brixham page. We’d like to hear more from you. You can contact me on bcpchair@gmail.com or on mobile no: 07460 253442. We're currently looking for more community-minded people to join us. Our Steering Group meets once a quarter and you would be welcome to join. Next date for your diary is Tuesday 13 March 2018 at Brixham Rugby Club, starting at 7pm, when our guest speaker will be Alison Hernandez, Police and Crime Commissioner.

BRIXHAM FAIRTRADE WORKING GROUP Fairtrade Fortnight 2018 begins on 28th February and runs until 11th March; look out for publicity on Fairtrade events during that time. We are hoping for a visit from Victor Biwot, Operations Man-ager from Sireet Outgrowers Empowerment Producers FT Tea Co-op in the Nandi Hills in Kenya; Sat 3rd March, FT Coffee Morning & Stall at the Christian Community Centre; Fairtrade Stall at the Street Market; and possibly a display in the library and a window competition! We'll try to keep you informed!!

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Project Reindeer Brixham Town Council own 6 reindeers as well as Father Christmas and his sleigh that used to shine bright in the Harbour at Christmas. The reindeers need stripping of their lights and new lights fitted, whilst Father Christmas and his sleigh needs new tinsel as well as new lights. The aim is to have them refurbished in time for the Christmas switch on 2018. They are in much need of refurbishment and Brixham Town Council are appealing for anyone interested in project Reindeer to contact the office on 01803 859678. You do not have to take on the project as a whole, we can easily break the project down to 8!

Thank you to all the business that kindly contributed to this year’s Seasonal Display

Special Thanks to Churston Traditional Farm Shop for donating the Town Christmas Tree.

Eric Lloyd Estate Agents Just Lets Primrose Properties Lloyds Bank Brixham Laboratory Guardhouse Café The Chart Room Lopes Holiday Home Bertie and Crew Meads Fashion Vanity Box Ace Taxis Small Bizz Accounts Trefoil Guest House Torquay Round Table

Champion Engineering Boyce Brixham Bay Coffee Co. Colours of Brixham Edwards Fudge Kitchen Midhurst B&B Spex Opticians SeaTang Guest House Fairwinds Guest House Brixham House Protec Fire Costa Coffee Chris Slack Photography LG Brown & Co. Textiles Darby & Darby Solicitors

Roger Richards Solicitors Shoalstone B&B Harbour Lights Holiday Apart-ments Brookside Guest House The Handyman MTM Motors JT Motors Brixham Tyres Melville Guest House Brixham Chamber of Com-merce Middle Street Traders Interline Otter Garden Centre Paul Shepherd Ltd

Town Lengthsman The Town Council Lengthsman has been hard at work around the town clearing up weeds, cutting back hedges along public footpaths, cutting grass and clearing litter to ensure we have an attractive town for visitors and locals to enjoy. The Lengthsman started in May 2017 when Brixham Town Council already had a long list of work that required action. Since then, the Town Council has gone from being reactive to proactive with the lengthsman working in different parts of the town each week. His jobs will continue into the winter months so if you do have anything to report, please contact Brixham Town Council on 859678 Work cannot be carried out on privately owned land unless the private owner is prepared to pay for the Lengthsman services.

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BRIXHAM DOES CARE YOUR LOCAL BEFRIENDING CHARITY CELEBRATING 40 YEARS IN 2018 A friendly welcome always awaits you at Brixham Does Care from Monday to Friday 9.45am to 4.00pm. We offer a wide range of groups and activities so do come along to our cafe each morning from 10am until 1pm. Why not come and see us, meet old friends or make new ones! A warm welcome is guaranteed in our community room for companionship where we offer a range of hot and cold beverages, along with light snacks including bacon sandwiches at only £1.60 – one of the cheapest cafes around! A home visiting service in the TQ5 area is available for people who are isolated, housebound or vulnerable. We have an open-door policy with friendly staff. As part of our service we are able to assist with Attendance Allowance applications and we can help and support in many ways. In order to offer these services we are reliant on the help of our volunteers. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer and have some time to give please pop in for an informal chat as we have many varied roles and are currently looking for a volunteer minibus driver. We hold regu-lar events including Martyn’s Song and Dance Party which will take place on Monday 12th Feb-ruary; 1.45pm - 3.45pm in the Function Room at a cost of £3, which includes a cuppa! Our offices are open Monday to Friday 9.45am to 4pm or check out the website, www.brixhamdoescare.co.uk. For further information on groups and events at Brixham Does Care, please call 857727.

Next Event: Come and join us at our first fundraising event of the year. Last Night of the Proms with Fish & Chips start Brixham Town Band on Fri-day 9th February, in the Scala Hall. Doors open 6.30pm and tickets cost £12, including food.

Brixham Pannier Market Scala Hall, Brixham Town Hall

Monday - Wednesday 9.30am - 3pm each week

Plus one Thursday and Saturday per month.

Don’t forget our loyalty card! When you spend £5 or more in a single transaction you get a stamp. Collect 10 stamps to claim your free £5 voucher to spend on any stall.

For more information or to enquire about a stall contact Sharon on 07944 062131

or visit facebook (brixhampanniermarket)

Brixham Foodbank Location: The Torbay Room rear of Brixham Town Hall Opening Times: Mon, Wed & Fri 2pm - 4pm (except bank holidays) Contact number during opening times only: Tel no. 07873 164211

Donations: We are always keen to receive donations. You can do this by placing your items in the donation boxes available in local shops, visit us during our opening times or delivering your items to Brixham Town Council. Thank you for your support

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Meeting and function rooms available to hire @ the Town Hall For more information, contact Brixham Town Council or visit www.brixhamtowncouncil.gov.uk

Furzeham meeting Room Capacity 15; Facilities: Interactive smart board and overhead projector; level access.

Hire rate £10 per hour; Ideal training or small meeting venue.

Conference Room Capacity 10; Facilities: Conference facilities.

Hire rate £10 per hour; Ideal training or small meeting venue. Tea and coffee facilities (extra charge)

Berry Room & Baker Room Capacity 3-4; Small informal meeting room with two armchairs and a two seater sofa.

Hire rate £6 per hour; Relaxed informal meeting space. Tea and coffee facilities (extra charge)

Scala Hall Capacity 200 people; Facilities: Tables & chairs;

Separate room for providing light refreshments with fridge and hot water urn; Level access; Hire rates from £20 per hour or £60 per 4 hour session.

Ideal for parties, wedding receptions, conferences etc.

The Function Room (Evenings and weekends only)

Capacity 60; Facilities: Kitchen with hot water urn, ovens and hobs, chairs and tables; Level access; Hire rate from £60 per 4 hour session.

4 Individual Offices to Let Are you looking to start up a business but need a small office? Or do you need to expand from your

dining table at home? Then we have to answer at the Town Hall!

Also available to hire: Cutlery, Crockery and Glassware

Brixham Theatre (BATS)

For more information on the shows, please contact the Box Office on 882717 or visit www.brixhamtheatre.org.uk. Thursday 18th January at 7.30pm; The Outside Track in Concert Saturday 27th January at 7.30pm; Mark Harrison with Charlie Benfield Wednesday 14th February - Saturday 17th February; BOADS presents ‘Snow White’ - a family panto Friday 23rd February at 7.30pm; The Dave Hankin Big Band presents ‘The Magic of Glenn Miller’ Saturday 3rd March at 7.30pm; Revan and Fennell-Sketch Comedy Sunday 4th March at 7.30pm; Tony Jacobs presents ‘A Celebration of the Greatest American and British Songbooks’ Friday 16th March at 7.30pm; The Darkside of Pink Floyd in concert Saturday 24th March - Sunday 25th March; Project Performers presents ‘Rising Stars’

Open Showcase Night: 2nd Friday of the month;

the Function Room; from 7.30pm.

Admission £3, performers £2.

Room with a Brew: Saturday mornings; the Function Room;

10am - 12pm.

Brixham Folk Night: 1st Friday of the month;

the Function Room; from 7.30pm.

Admission £3, performers £2.

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Replanting of Churston Woods Thousands of new trees are to be planted at devas-tated Churston Woods early in the new year to re-place those lost in a huge felling exercise caused by the Phytophthora Ramorum fungal disease last year. More than 1,500 trees were felled in The Grove and Ball Copse on the outskirts of Brixham. Larch trees were mainly affected, along with a num-ber of sweet chestnuts. The felling was carried out to prevent the spread of the disease to healthy trees. At the time, experts said there were no immediate plans to replant trees, and ‘natural regeneration’ would restore the valley to its former state more quickly. However, following meetings between Torbay Council, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust and residents it was agreed that the replanting of more than 3,000 trees could take place early in the new year. At a recent meeting it was proposed that local schools and community groups be of-fered the chance to help with some tree planting. Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust, working with the Woodland Trust, will oversee the replant-ing which will cost £21,000. The trust will apply for initial grant funding of £10,000 from the For-estry Commission. Planting is scheduled to start in January and finish at the end of February. Torbay Council will give £6,000 towards the cost, money taken from the proceeds from selling the felled timber A shortfall of £5,000 could be raised by crowdfunding. Brixham and Torbay Councillor Mike Morey said “The meetings which took place were very posi-tive with everyone committed to the replanting programme taking place as soon as possible. We were all devastated when it was announced that due to disease the felling of trees was needed in that beautiful area, but now by working together we can look forward to a positive out-come” BRIXHAM DOES CARE TO MAKE A SONG AND DANCE ABOUT ST. VALENTINE BRIXHAM DOES CARE again wishes to say a BIG “Thank You” for the wonderful support it re-ceives from the community it is delighted to serve. Many kind donations continue to arrive and our most recent Variety Show at the Berry Head Hotel, our 10th, raised £536. We are indebted to the performers and to those music lovers who attended, who might like to make a note in their diaries for Monday 12th February 2018. 1.45-3.45pm. That’s when we are holding Martyn & Josephine’s St. Valentine’s Song & Dance Party in the Brixham Does Care Café (aka The Function Room and situated in the Town Hall). Tickets £3 (including cuppa & slice of cake) from BDC Office (next door). Doors open 1.30pm. NOTE the DOUBLE BILLING, which at last formally recognises the invaluable contribution to the success of these social events made by Josephine, who makes the cakes, ably supported by grand-daughter Lilly & her friend Aimee. (NOTE from ‘Er Indoors- not before time!). Why don’t YOU come along, perhaps sing along, and enjoy an afternoon of fun and entertainment? At least,you’ll enjoy the cake. You might even fancy a dance! While your diaries are open, please note that our very successful Film Club, under the direction of Steve Watkins, will generally take place on both the FIRST and THIRD Mondays of each month throughout 2018, excepting NEW YEAR’s DAY and EASTER MONDAY, both of which are Bank Holidays.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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OUT AND ABOUT (including Town Council meetings) January Thurs 4th BTC Planning and Regeneration Committee 7pm @ The Town Hall. 01803 859678 Mon 8th Singing for Wellness for people diagnosed with COPD @Brixham Theatre 0845 5571286 Mon 8th BTC Community Services Committee 7pm @ The Town Hall. 01803 859678 Wed 10th BTC Finance and General Purposes Committee 7pm @ The Town Hall. 01803 859678 Fri12th BTC Town Hall Sub Committee 7pm @ The Town Hall. 01803 859678 Mon 15th Singing for Wellness for people diagnosed with COPD @Brixham Theatre 0845 5571286 Thurs 18th BTC Full Council 7pm @ The Town Hall. 01803 859678 Sat 20th & Sun 21st The Three Musketeers; The Panto; The Edge 7pm—9.30pm; 07855 090589 Mon 22nd Singing for Wellness for people diagnosed with COPD @Brixham Theatre 0845 5571286 Thurs 25th Aging Well Event; 1.30pm - 5.30pm in the Scala Hall Mon 29th Singing for Wellness for people diagnosed with COPD @Brixham Theatre 0845 5571286 February Thurs 1st Stoney Park Allotments Potato Day @ The Scala Hall; 2.30pm - 7pm Mon 5th BTC Planning and Regeneration Committee 7pm @ The Town Hall. 01803 859678 Wed 7th BTC Finance and General Purposes Committee 7pm @ The Town Hall. 01803 859678 Fri 9th Brixham Does Care Last Night of the Proms @ The Scala Hall. Tickets from 857727 Thur12th Martyn & Josephine’s St Valentine’s Song and Dance Party. Tickets from 857727 Wed 14th - Sat 17th BOADS presents ‘Snow White’; Brixham Theatre. Tickets from 882717 Thurs 22nd Ageing Well Event; 1.30pm - 5.30pm in the Scala Hall Mon 26th BTC Community Services Committee 7pm @ The Town Hall. 01803 859678 March Thur 1st BTC Full Council 7pm @ The Town Hall. 01803 859678 Mon 5th BTC Planning and Regeneration Committee 7pm @ The Town Hall. 01803 859678 Wed 7th BTC Finance and General Purposes Committee 7pm @ The Town Hall. 01803 859678 Thur 22nd Brixham Parish Meeting 7pm @ The Town Hall. 01803 859678 Don’t forget to contact Brixham Town Council with details of your event. This can be done either by contacting the office, or (preferably) visiting their website, click on the events link and add your event to the community calendar.

Town Council Meetings Whilst meeting dates are set in May for the year, there are occasions where dates may have to change due to circumstances beyond our control. Please check the Council website for up to date information.

Brixham Future A new year’s gift for our community: Brixham Future CIC is delighted to announce that we have been awarded £10,000 from the Big Lottery Fund towards improving our town car park through greening projects and town murals. We’re dependent upon tourism, so our first micro-regeneration project is to help enhance our town centre and make our guests feel welcome. In February 2018 Brixham Future celebrates their first year since its launch. “It’s been a lot of hard work by a few dedicated members, however we’re now a CIC (Community Interest Company) and can reach out far afield for investment. Subject to what our community wants of course, because we’re here to serve the community and work in close contact with Brixham Town Council and other community groups,” said Richard Murray-Smith, Chair. “Right now, whilst poised to take this project forward, we’re inviting members of the community to meet with us on our anniversary to discuss where we’ve been, where we are now and most importantly, where we are going! Our future is now firm as a CIC and there are roles to fill, we’re looking for retired and/or current professionals from all skills and walks of life to be part of our growing organisation. To know more, or register interest please contact Richard Murray-Smith (Chairman) 07825 105344 richard@murray-smith.com John Brennan (project lead) 01803 852270 johnjosephmbrennan@hotmail.co.uk ww.brixhamfuture.co.uk

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OUT AND ABOUT - EVERY Weekdays YES, The Edge: 11am - 5pm; Drop in, Information, Advice, Hang out, Coffee for all ages. 851414 Monday (Oct - May) Brixham Town Band practice session 7.45pm, Brixham College Music Department 669158 Project Performers Youth (term time only) 4pm, Brixham Theatre, Polly 07591073125 Youth Genesis Girls Group. 10-18 years. URC, New Road. 7-9pm (Term time). Michelle 853795. YES, The Edge: 4pm-4.45pm; Bollywood Dancing for girls. 851414 YES, The Edge: 5.30pm - 6.30pm; Yoga for all ages. 851414 YES, The Edge: 7pm-8pm; Bollywood Dancing for all ages (female). 851414 Busy Bees and Baby Bees Toddler Group; Methodist Church Hall; 10am Brownies; Methodist Church Hall; 5.30pm Aqua Zumba. Admiral Swimming Centre. 7.30pm-8.15pm Ladies Rugby Fitness. 7pm-8pm Astley Park (near swimming pool) Mens Pitch up & Play Rugby. 7pm-8pm Astley Park (near swimming pool) Brownies (7-10yrs), Methodist Church Hall, Fore Street 17-30 - 19-00 1st Monday VisualEyes Torbay (formally Brixham Blind Club), United Reform Church, New Rd; 2pm-4pm 07951 659514 1st Monday Brixham Does Care Film Club @Function Room 1pm Tickets £6 (Members £5) 857727 Monday - Friday Brixham Does Care café @ The Function Room 10am to 1pm Brixham Does Care Charity Shop, Old Market Hall, 10am - 4pm Tuesday Quay Harmony Ladies Choir; United Reform Church; Janet Pettit 851991 Brixham Detachment of Devon Army Cadet Force. Laura - 07715332721 dalesandro@armymail.mod.uk Cubs. 6.30pm - 8pm. Usually at The Edge. Phone Skip (Mara Slipper) for info on 858839. The Zone: Reloaded, youth club, 9-14yrs. 3.30pm £1 (inc drink & biscuits) Christian Community Centre Knit and Natter. @The Function Room, Brixham Town Hall. 10.30am - 12.30pm. Emma 857727. Buddhist Meditation Group, Lupton House 7.30pm £6 per session 845800 Healing Café 12pm –3pm and 7pm to 9pm Lupton House 845800 Veteran Seafarers Association. 2pm URC, New Road. Alan Healey 854990 Serenty’s Garden Development Circles. 7.30pm-9.30pm. Higher Brixham Community Centre. 857870. Dramatically Different, (term time only) 5pm Brixham Theatre, Rachel 07970 557508 Rotary Club. Brixham Yacht Club 18.45. Except 1st Tuesday in a month when its 12.45. 842451. Brixham Harmony. Catholic Church Hall, New Road. 1.30pm - 3.30pm. 862246. Chess Club. Conservative Club, New Road. 7pm. All welcome. 854409. YES, The Edge: 2pm-5pm; Counselling (by appointment). Aged 8-25 and their families YES, The Edge: 1.30pm - 4.30pm; Beading for selling for all ages. 851414 YES, The Edge: 2pm - 4pm; Counselling (appointment only) for 8-25 years. Call Sally on 07815 915194 YES, The Edge: 8.30pm - 9.30pm; Yoga for all ages. 851414 Community Groups Coffee Morning; Methodist Church Hall; 10am Water Colour Club (fortnightly); Methodist Church Hall; 10am Rainbows, Methodist Church Hall (5-7yrs), Fore Street Group 1: 17-00 - 18-00; Group 2: 18-15 - 19-15 Alternate Tuesdays Brixham Stroke Association. 2pm United Reformed Church, New Rd. 882269. Brixham Ladies Forum, Catholic Church Hall, New Rd, 10.00am 859828 or 882288 1st Tuesday Royal Naval Association Brixham Rugby Club 8pm 857947 2nd Tuesday of each month. Brixham U3A. 1.30pm for 1.45pm at Brixham Rugby Club. 851625. Last Tuesday Brixham Means Business, Berry Head Hotel 7.30am - 9am. 855210 Tues & Thursday Mensheds. 11am - 3pm. The Edge, Bolton Street. 883794 Tues - Friday Heritage Museum. 10am - 4pm; Entry to the Museum is free, but donations are always welcome. Saturday Heritage Museum. 10am - 1pm; Entry to the Museum is free, but donations are always welcome. Tues, Thurs & Sunday Brixham Harriers Running Club, 7pm, Sundays at 10.30am. 850566. Wednesday Scouts. 7pm - 9pm. Usually at The Edge. Phone Skip (Mara Slipper) for info on 858839. Alzheimer's Society Memory Café. 1.30pm United Reform Church. 07803 115828

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Riviera Singers. Rehearse at Methodist Church, Fore Street. 7.30pm. New ladies welcome. Chris 883886. Slimming Class, 9.30am, Lupton House, 857350 Youth Genesis Streetbase Youth work teams. 6.30-8.30pm (Term time). Michelle 853795. Hatha Yoga at the Catholic Church Hall. 6pm - 7.30pm. £4 per session. Joan 854694. YES, The Edge: 10am - 11am; Yoga for all ages. 851414 YES, The Edge: 1.30pm - 4.30pm; Beading and Learning for all ages. 851414 YES, The Edge: 5pm - 6.30pm; Dramatically Different (by appointment). 851414 YES, The Edge: 7pm - 9pm; Young Volunteers for ages 12 - 25. 851414 Church Coffee Morning; Methodist Church Hall; 10am 1st Wednesday of month. Brixham Horticultural Society (not January) 2pm Catholic Hall, New Rd. 853539 1st Wednesday Shoppers Service, Methodist Church; 10am 2nd & last Wednesday Brixham Quilters. 854411 Last Wednesday Torbay Owls and Company 7pm Galmpton Village Institute 853453 Thursday Brixham PROBUS Club, Catholic Church Hall, New Road. Refreshments from 09:30am. Speaker from 10:30am 854191 or 883087. Bell ringing, 7.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. St Mary's church. Guy Thompson - 07764 344694 Brixham Orpheus Choir 7.30pm. Rehearsal Methodist Hall, Fore Street. 856230 (Oct - May) Brixham Town Band training 6.30pm, main band 7.45pm. Brixham College Music Dept. 669158 Aqua Fitness. Admiral Swimming Centre. 10am-11am YES, The Edge: 1pm - 4pm; CAB (drop in - first come, first seen) for all ages. 851414 YES, The Edge: 7pm - 8pm; Yoga for all ages YES, The Edge: 7pm - 9pm; Scouts. Ages 10-14 Busy Bees Toddler Group; Methodist Church Hall; 9.15am Girl Guides (10-14yrs), Admiral Swimmimg Pool Meeting Room 19-00 - 20-30 Rangers (14-18yrs), Admiral Swimming Pool Meeting Room 19-00 - 20-30 Alternate Thursdays Family History Group, Brixham Heritage Museum, 7-9pm 856267 1st Thursday of month. John Turk's Folk Night, free admission - singers welcome Ernie Lister Bar 9pm. 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month. Soroptimists, Brixham Rugby Club 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month. Brixham Handbell Ringers (Beginners Group), St. Mary’s Church Hall, Drew Street. 7.15pm - 8pm 2nd Thursday of month. Astrology Group. 7.30pm Churston Court. Val 851392 2nd Thursday of month. Brixham Blues Club. 8.30pm-11pm, Maritime Inn, King Street. 01803 855256 3rd Thursday Brixham Society of Art. Eden Park Primary School 7.30pm. Ernie Lee 431560. Brixham WI, 2.15pm Brixham Rugby Club. Details 855439. 3rd Thursday (usually) Bible Breakfast; The Coffee House, Fore Street; 8.30am Friday Youth Genesis The Place Youth drop in. 11-18yrs, 7pm United Reform Church. Michelle 853794. Belly Dancing class at Brixham Rugby Club. 10.30am - 12pm. £3 per session. Kate 07804 934889. YES, The Edge: 1.30pm - 4.30pm; DWP Benefits specialist (drop in) for all ages. 851414 YES, The Edge: 3.30pm - 5.30pm; After School Music, Ages 11-25. YES, The Edge: 5pm - 6pm; Yoga for ages teenagers. 851414 YES, The Edge: 6pm - 7pm; Yoga for all ages. 851414 YES, The Edge: 7pm - 10pm; Music@The Edge for ages 12 - 25. 851414 Church Coffee Morning; Methodist Church Hall; 10am Friday Fellowship; Methodist Church Hall; 10.30am Badminton Group; Methodist Church Hall; 8pm Brownies (7-10yrs), St Margaret Clitheroe Primary School, 17:45 - 19:15 Alternate Fridays Brixham TT Club. 7pm Commencing October. Contact Mr Pengelly 07778 287387 2nd Friday (except April & August) Messy Church. St. Mary’s Church Hall. 4pm-6pm Saturday YES, The Edge: 1pm - 5pm; Table Top Role Playing for 14 years and over. 851414 YES, The Edge: 12pm - 2pm; Music @The Edge for ages 12 - 25. 851414 Community Groups Coffee Morning; Methodist Church Hall; 10am Sunday Brixham United Spiritual Family Church Service. 6-7pm. Higher Brixham Community Centre. 666177. Brixham Community Church. 10.30am. Brixham College Main Hall. All Welcome. 07772 591357. YES, The Edge: 10.30am - 11.30am; Yoga for all ages. 851414 Methodist Church service of worship; 10.30am-6.30pm; Junior Church 10.15 1st Sunday Methodist Church Breakfast Praise; 8.30am Sunday, Monday & Friday Brixham Battery Museum. 2pm to 4pm. Free entry.

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Youth Activities Archery Brixham Archers. www.brixhamarchers.co.uk Cadets Brixham Detachment of Devon Army Cadet Force. Laura D’Alessandro 07715 332721. Cricket Brixham Cricket Club. Phil Gregory by email gregory1947pw@yahoo.co.uk. Football Brixham AFC. Contact Club Secretary Bill Harris on 01803 856671. Judo Ronindo Judo Club. Contact Ray Brown on 01803 551434. Karate Brixham Karate Club. Contact Richard or Kate Hurd on 01803 856601. Kayak The Ibex Canoe Club. Ralph on 01803 857656 or Jacky on 01803 858174. Rowing Brixham Gig Club. Contact Club Secretary Caroline Dadley on 07503 215422 or brixhamgigclub@gmail.com or www.brixhamgigclub@yahoo.co.uk Rugby Brixham RFC. Contact Director of Rugby James Onslow on 07855 046677. Girls Rugby Brixham RFC. Contact Jen Moss on jcmoss@hotmail.co.uk Sailing Brixham Junior Sailing Club. The Honorary Secretary at www.brixhamjsc.co.uk. Sea Rangers SRS / CSRS Churchill. Contact Skipper Mrs Steph Luscombe. 855182 or stephanieluscombe@hotmail.co.uk Swimming Admiral Swimming Centre. Contact Paul Pickett on 859866. Brixham Swimming Club. Contact Judy Pedrick on bsc@admiralswimmingcentre.co.uk Table Tennis Brixham Table Tennis Club. Club Secretary Alan Maynard on 01803 853047.

Venues for Hire Admiral Swimming Centre Saloon & Pool private hire available. 857151 Brixham Conservative Club upstairs suite/bar/meeting room. The Secretary 882205 Brixham Cricket Club Function Room – 853836 (Catering available 07519 975811) Brixham Library Lyte meeting Room 853870 Brixham Museum 856267 Brixham Rugby Club 2 Function Rooms 882162 Brixham Sport Centre multi use facilities for classes/ clubs/ meetings. 883388 Brixham Town Hall 2 Meeting rooms, Scala Hall & The Function Room. 859678 Fore Street Community Hall 852941 Higher Brixham Community Centre 07904 368121 Laura Jury Lupton House 845800 Lyte House Community Rooms 26 Bolton St 854331 Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church meeting Room. 853406 St. Mary’s Church Hall, St. Mary’s Square - Suitable for functions & meetings. Mandy 853525 The Edge 851414. Capacity 150 people. Ideal for weddings, parties and music events United Reform Church, New Road. 852218

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Indigos Adventure Playground Perched on a hillside in Brixham, right next to Chestnut School’s playing field in Sum-mercombe, Indigos is a place to build dens, slide, swing, toast marshmallows on a fire and generally ‘hang out’. Indigos is closed in January to carry out mainte-nance. But don’t worry it’s not for long! We will reopening on Monday 12th February 10.30am-2.00pm in time for the February half term and then every Saturday, from Saturday 24th February, it will be open 10.30am - 2.00pm. It's all FREE for all children and their families.

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Plans for the New Day Care and Community Centre on the Brixham Hospital Site

Brixham Hospital League of Friends and Brixham Does Care in partnership with Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust are delighted to announce the building of a new Day Care and Community Centre adjacent to Brixham Hospital. The centre will be built and run by the voluntary sector in Brixham with support from the local Trust.

Peter Day, Chairman of Brixham Hospital League of Friends, said “The League of Friends through the generosity of the Brixham Community over many years are delighted to be able to fund this much needed facility, providing an expanded day care provision within the town”. He also wishes to personally thank our architect Jonathan Ling-Cottey from MTA for the superb new building design and all the assistance given from the start of the scheme. Emma Barton, Director of Brixham Does Care, said “we are excited by the new partnership with the Hospital League of Friends and the South Devon NHS Foundation Trust. This has provided an opportunity to work on a cohesive project by bringing people together promoting the authentic voice of Brixham. The new facility will enable people to live within the community and provide access to a variety of health and social care services. We will be aiming to provide wellbeing, social and mental interaction and also to support care givers to have a much needed break. The centre will be inviting and accessible to all the community and will be a focal point for everyone.

Mairead McAlinden, Chief Executive of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust said “This is a fine example of what can be achieved when the NHS works closely with the voluntary organisations like Brixham Hospital League of Friends and Brixham Does Care, and will result in being able to offer more health and care to people closer to home. I would like to extend my thanks to our voluntary sector partners and the many people who make donations - whether time or money - to make this wonderful new centre possible for the community of Brixham”.

With plans already approved there should be little delay in clearing the site enabling construction of this very exciting project to commence.

Quay Harmony ladies’ choir Beat the winter blues and lift your spirits by joining Quay Harmony’s whole day singing workshop on Saturday 27th January at the United Reformed Church, Bolton Cross, Brixham. All who attended our summer workshop in August asked for more. The workshop will be open to all over 18s - just bring your voice. Contact the choir for more information. Our next performance will be during half term week 10th to 18th February when we will be singing for the Dartmouth Steam Railway, days and times will be advertised and posted on Facebook when final-ised. The choir are starting the year off with several new members but have room for more, if you love to sing and are thinking of joining a choir visit one of our rehearsals most Tuesday evenings at URC, Bol-ton Cross between 7pm and 9pm. Our contact details are: Website: www.quayharmony.com; Facebook: Quay Harmony or phone: 01803 851991

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Brixham Girl Guiding We are lucky to have a very thriving Girl Guiding Family in Brixham aged from 5-18, but as in lots of groups to keep these going we rely on adult volunteers especially to help with our younger groups i.e. Rainbows and Brownies. If you have a spare 1-2 hrs in an evening, once a week or even once a month we would love to hear from you. Either go onto JoinUs on the Girlguiding UK web page or email me directly on brixhamrangers@gmail.com, this also includes girls who wish to join!

Brixham Horticultural Society The colourful days of Autumn are now behind us and the bleak days of December and January have arrived. So we must take advantage of any dry, sunny days to finish digging over those empty vegetable beds and make sure the flower beds are neat and tidy with no secret places for the bugs/slugs/and snails to hide. On those cold and wet days it's a good idea to take a bucket of hot, soapy water and give the inside of the greenhouse a thorough scrub, cold frames too. We all feel much better knowing our gardens have been put to bed for the winter. Before you know it Spring will be here so scrape that mud off your boots, put your feet up and dream about all those wonderful things you're going to grow next year! On the first Wednesday of the month at 2 pm (not January) BRIXHAM HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY meet in the Catholic Hall, New Road, Brixham for a friendly get together and to listen to an interesting talk. We also hold two flower and vegetable shows later in the year which are great fun, why not come along and join us? Visitors and new members are always welcome, the entrance fee is £1 which includes tea or coffee. For further information phone Helen (01803) 856531.

Brixham Orpheus Male Voice Choir BOMVC embark on their 64th year with great expectations. As ever, the concert programme is varied, and they will be welcoming visiting male Choirs from Plymouth, Pontypool and Wadebridge as well as two ladies Choirs from Brixham and one from Pontypool. As always , all profits from each of the concerts will be passed on to local charities. Several new members have joined the choir during 2017 and an exciting musical year is in prospect. Why not join us at the Christian Community Centre from 7pm on any Thursday evening from mid-January.

Want to have more meaning in your life? Come and volunteer at Douglas House, Leonard Cheshire Disability. You can help to enrich and de-velop the lives of physically disabled adults at our warm and friendly home based in Brixham. There are many roles available from Befrienders, Social Media Helpers, Community Fundraisers, Activity organisers and many more roles. Whether you are motivated by helping others or looking to gain val-uable work experience we have various roles to suit your lifestyle and goals. We are also an official approved activity provider for the Duke of Edinburgh Award and can support participants to achieve their aspirations. Volunteering doesn’t have to be time consuming or rigid. You would be surprised how just a small amount of time makes such a huge difference to the lives of our residents. Travel and out of pocket expenses are reimbursed. Wages are paid in our resident’s smiles…… If you would like more information or an informal chat then please contact Lorraine on 01803 856333, email lorraine.dodder@leonardcheshire.org or message on Facebook page Douglas House – Leon-ard Cheshire Disability.

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Brixham Does Care Celebrating 40 years in 2018.

Come and join us at our first fundraising event of the year.

Last Night of the Proms with Fish & Chips

starring Brixham Town Band Friday 9th February 2018

Scala Hall. Doors open 6.30pm Tickets £12 including food.

Tickets available from the BDC office in the Town Hall

Brixham Volunteer shaves her head for Douglas House Ellie, a highly regarded volunteer at Douglas House, shaved her head to raise funds for our home. The fantastic sum of nearly £1,500 will go to-wards activities and trips for our residents. Ellie said “The support from the Brixham community and local businesses has been fantastic. It has been lovely to see so many people supporting a Brixham charity”. Caro-line the Activities and Day Care Co-ordinator at Douglas House comment-ed “Ellie managed to raise such huge sum in just a few short weeks. Abso-lutely amazing. These funds will enable our residents to attend some their chosen activities such as going to the cinema, theatre or a meal at a fa-vourite restaurant”. Ellie also brings her therapy dog buddy in to see our residents and this really brightens their day. Heartfelt thanks from every-one at Douglas House Ellie.

Friends of Furzeham Green We are pleased to report that we are still winning awards for the three flowerbeds on the middle green which we took over from the council several years ago. This year we won "Highly Commended" in the Bay Blooms and "Thriving " in the RHS category of In Your Neighbourhood. We are a small voluntary group of local residents who live in the Furzeham area who strive to keep the flowerbeds looking colourful and tidy for both resi-dents and holiday makers. However, we are in need of more help with the practical tasks like weeding, pruning and occasion-al planting. Many of us are now over 65 and some have health issues so if you feel you can offer any time to help us with the monthly practical jobs we would love to hear from you. Please contact our Chairperson Carole on her email carole.morey1@gmail.com or leave a message on 01803 853316 . Many thanks as always to all those who already offer support and we look forward to gaining new members in the new year .

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Riviera Singers 50th Anniversary Gala Concert On Friday 20th October The Riviera Singers rounded off their 50th anniversary year celebrations with a Gala supper Concert at the Berry Head Hotel. A packed audience not only enjoyed the fish and chip supper, but also a varied programme of singing from the Choir, and David Taylor, as well as playing from a talented young saxophonist - Katherine Amey. The profits from the evening, including the raffle with over 30 prizes were donated to Parkinson's U.K. and I am pleased to report that the choir were able to hand over a cheque for £800 on the night to David Brown, representing the Torbay Branch of Parkinson's UK. During the evening, the choir also made a surprise presentation of a lifetime membership to their long serving, or should I say long suffering, accompanist, Audrey Taylor. This was the first concert the Riviera Singers has performed under the Musical Directorship of Margaret Johnstone and she has certainly set a high standard for future events. Many thanks should also go to Capt Bob Curtis who was our compere for the event, and the Berry Head Hotel for their support and allowing us to use their facilities. As usual the choir are now busy leading up to Christmas but will be taking bookings from March next year see www.riviera-singers-brixham.co.uk for details. Brenda Turvey, Concert Secretary

Brixham Pirate Festival 2018 You will have seen in the papers that the future of the event is in doubt. At the time of writing we do not have enough money in the bank to run the event. This problem has arisen owing to an unfor-tunate combination of events: our two main local

sponsors have had to withdraw owing to the state of the economy. This has coincided with the with-drawal of support from the Torbay Mayor’s Fund. However, we are determined not to let the ship sink! We have a good number of volunteers on board, and are working closely with a number of local groups and organisations. We are doing everything we can to raise money, but we really do need a local business or two to step forward to help save the festival. We offer packages from £200 upwards for any business that would like to help us. There was a great response to my call for volun-teers for the event, but we still need more ‘bucketeers’ to help us collect money on the day – this will help ensure that it runs again in 2019. From time to time we encounter people who think that we make money from this event. The Commit-tee has not taken a single penny from the festival despite the many hours that they put into planning and running the event for the benefit of Brixham. If you can help – sponsorship, donations, ‘bucketeering’, offering skills or time, please contact me (Rick) on rjstride@hotmail.co.uk

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Brixham Town Council has a Local Council Award Scheme Foundation level, is Dementia Aware and supports Fairtrade.

Brixham Heritage Museum When I tentatively offered to write a regular piece about the Museum I was relieved to be told I could only have 250 words. Enough happens here to fill the space pretty easily. This time is even easier: I’ve handed over those words to a posse of enthusiastic young reviewers. Janet Pettit, our education supremo, sent me a bundle of thank-you letters from schoolkids who visited us. Here are some of their comments about what they saw, the people they met, and the stories they heard: ‘Thank you for letting our class visit your amazing museum’ ...’my favourite part was when the air raid sirens sounded and we had to go into the bomb shelter’ … my favourite part was dressing up’…‘I enjoyed dressing up because it gave me a feeling like I was in 1940’, it was fabulous to hear what Dr Armitage had to say about what they found under the ground at Lupton House where the soldiers stayed’ … ’I enjoyed when Jo Thompson showed us how babies had to wear gas masks..’ I really enjoyed Mrs Lovegrove’s stories about when she was a little girl,… ‘I loved to hear Mrs Lovegrove’s stories about World War 2 and the D-day landing’… I liked the bit where we went into the prison’…’I loved learning about rationing and making the sandwiches’… ‘stunning’ …’the best trip I ever had’. Brixham Museum is no dusty cabinet of curiosities, it is our living heritage; we should treasure it. Brixham Heritage Museum is now closed for the winter but will reopen in February 2018 with the added service of Brixham Town Council’s Information Point.

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Brixham Girls Rugby Girls rugby is proving to be a popular sport with the changes in the RFU Regulations in August 2017, which only allows girls to play in the mixed teams up to under 11s. Recent games have included teams from Teignmouth and Newton Abbot.

Many of the girls are new to rugby and have only recently played their first match but the Brixham teams took on the challenges and have played some exciting games with plenty of tackles, tries and mud! With each match players confidence is building, they team is getting stronger and all players walk away proud of their achievements and with a buzz of excitement for the next match. Thanks to the Brixham girls team coaches - Jennie, Vicky and Amy - who have taken the challenge of bringing girls rugby back to Brixham. You only have to see the girls playing to see that the coaches enthusiasm, commitment and hard work is paying off. If you are interested in joining the girls team, please come along to our training on Monday evenings. All training takes place by the swimming pool at Astley Park with U13s training at 17:30 to 18:30 and u15s & u18s training at 18:00 to 19:00. There’s even fitness training for the ladies from 19:00 to 20:00. So come along and join us for an opportunity of getting fit, getting muddy and meeting a friendly bunch of females! To find out more information contact Jennie on jcmoss@hotmail.co.uk.

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Brixham Swimming Club November saw the Annual Club Championships with many swimmers competing in several races in their age groups as well as the opens and the newly introduced 400m swim. The swimmers are improving all the time with many walking away with personal bests and some surprise winners! Brixham Swimming Club is entering more and more galas and many of the committee have undertaken courses for judging and time keeping. The club also offers circuit training on a Sunday morning 9.30am -10.30am in the College Sports Centre. You don’t need to be a swimmer with many parents also joining the circuit training to get fit! The cost is only £2.50 for adults and is free to all Brixham Swimming club swimmers. November also saw the end of an era with the sad farewell to Bernice Munnings who decided to retire from the committee. The committee wish Bernice well in her future plans. If you would like to join Brixham Swimming Club, please contact us on admin@brixhamswimming.club.

Pictured: Girls u13s Team

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The Place Youth Drop In, Brixham The Place Youth drop in is open on Monday and Friday evenings from 7-9pm at Brixham United Reformed Church. Over the last year The Place has seen both new and familiar faces, our volunteer team has grown, and we have been busy doing training workshops. Some young people have continued work on Project DAVE, which is a project addressing Domestic Violence. Art and expression has also been a big focus. We also have 4 new Youth Volunteers joining the existing team, focusing on Social Enterprise and Community Engagement. We have been busy connecting with the community in many ways. One activity was the Brixham Lantern Parade. Young people engaged in making a lantern in the guise of a hot air balloon, the work took place on a Monday night during the youth drop in. Community engagement and working collaboratively with other groups is a core part of our work with young people. “it takes the whole community to bring up a child” African Proverb. For ages 11-18 years, all welcome. For more info email michelle@youthgenesis.org.uk Michelle Taylor, Youth Innovation & Operations Manager, Youth Genesis Trust Ltd.

We are a charity offering information advice and support to young people and their families. We provide, free internet access in a safe and calm environment as well as deliver several free community workshops which include; The Young Volunteers At The Edge - a free workshop for young people meeting every Wednesday 7-9pm working to build bridges and break down barriers within the community. MusicAtTheEdge; we offer three free weekly drop in workshops (Friday afterschool 3.30-5.30, Friday jam night 7-10pm and Satur-

days Edge acoustic band 12-2.30pm) These workshops are led by two experienced music practition-ers offering guided tuition in a range of musical instruments to people of any age or experience. Crafting and Beading At The Edge; a free drop in session where we make Jewellery, Christmas Decorations and fundraise for the community. MENSSHEDS, a free group open to adults of any age who meet every Tuesday and Thursday to skillshare, upcycle furniture and undertake woodwork projects. We also offer a free counselling session every Tuesday, bookings by appointment. We host several free Yoga sessions, a weekly Tabeltop Roleplaying and Gaming club, a weekly Citizens Advice session and much more. We are supported by two local charity shops which provide a wonderful vol-unteering opportunity. Please see our website www.bxyes.org or come and visit us at www.facebook.com/brixham.edge.90 to learn more about us!

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DAVIDS FISH & CHIPS 64 Bolton Street, Brixham TQ5 9DH

Telephone: 855771 (If calling from a withheld number, please dial ‘1470’ first to unblock your number)

We are pleased to announce we won TWO Gold awards at London in November 2017 for both the Fish and Chips section and the Crème De Le Crème JANUARY OFFER: Homemade Curry Sauce and Chips £2.99 FEBRUARY OFFER: Premium Jumbo Sausage and Chips £3.50 Why not have your fish and chips placed into one of our fish and chip boxes? This will help to keep both the chips and batter more crisp. Please ask when placing your order. Don’t forget we have a GLUTEN FREE menu too!

Why not become our “friend” on Facebook to receive all the latest Special Offers and News? WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU SOON!!!

Offices to Rent at Brixham Town Hall

Brixham Town Council have offices to let at Brixham Town Hall. With afforda-ble rents, the offices lend themselves to new start up businesses who wish to

be central and based in an iconic Listed Building.

Also available are meeting rooms to hire, whether you want a small informal meeting or a more formal confer-ence room style, there’s some-

thing for everyone!

To find out more or visit the offices, please call Brixham Town Council on

01803 859678 or Email: in-fo@brixhamtowncouncil.gov.uk