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Princetown NewsIncluding Merrivale, Two Bridges & Postbridge
Village News and What’s On in and around Princetown, Postbridge and surrounding areas.
Autumn Issue 2011
www.princetownnews.co.uk
Thank-you for all the positive feedback we received for our first community newsletter. It’s all thanks to our small band of volunteers who write for, contribute towards, collate, print and distribute upwards of 500 copies. If you have something you would like to submit to the newsletter, please email the editor using the following address: [email protected]. For those eagle-eyed readers amongst you, who spotted our typos and errors in the first issue, thank you for bringing them to our attention. We’ll try to do better this time! Enjoy your read! .
DIARY DATES: September Thursday 1st CSRF, Prince of Wales, 12.30pm Saturday 3rd Dartmoor Pony Moorland Show, Old Playing Fields 10am Monday 5th 1st Day Term–Princetown Primary & Princetown Pre-sch Wednesday 7th Women’s Institute, Church Hall, Tor Royal Lane, 7.30pm Wednesday 21st Devon Air Ambulance Quiz Night 7pm Postbridge V. Hall
October Wednesday 5th Women’s Institute, Church Hall, Tor Royal Lane, 7.30pm Thursday 6th CSRF, Prince of Wales, 12.30pm Tuesday 25th Neighbourhood Watch, Prince of Wales, 8pm
November Wednesday 2nd Women’s Institute, Church Hall, Tor Royal Lane, 7.30pm Thursday 3rd CSRF, Prince of Wales, 12.30pm Saturday 19th Princetown Charity Ball Tuesday 22nd Neighbourhood Watch, Prince of Wales, 8pm
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PRINCETOWN CREDIT UNION
The Princetown Credit Union is part of the county wide Plough & Share Credit Union Ltd. It is a non-profit making organisation, authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. The Credit Union was set up and is run by volunteers within the local community.
The Credit Union exists to serve its members. The main aims being to encourage members to save regularly, and to provide loans at a reasonable rate of interest, enabling members to manage their finances more easily.
Joining: Joining is easy, all you have to do is fill in a membership application form, provide two proofs of identification and £2 membership fee. You are then given a membership number and a passbook.
Saving: Save as little as £1.00 per week. Children can save too. Members can rest in the assurance that their savings are secure, with many levels of security in place as well as internal and external audits. Simply deposit cash or cheques at the Princetown Service Point or set up a standing order.
Borrowing: Loans can be arranged to relieve the pressure of an unexpected big bill. Borrow up to twice your savings from the pool after 13 weeks of regular saving. Interest rates are very low – between 1.5% to 2% per month. Example – A loan of £500, paid back weekly at £10.84 over one year would only cost £63.32 in interest. (No loan is too small.)
Free Life Insurance is provided by the Credit Union on all savings and loans. The amount payable is in proportion to the amount of savings the member has, and benefits are payable only on the death of the member. Usually the beneficiary gets twice what the member had saved.
Find Us: The Princetown Service Point is located in the Community Centre. Wednesday 11.00am - 1.00pm. Come along to find out more, you don’t need an appointment, just turn up.
By Mike Fitzpatrick.
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The High Moorland Women’s Institute The High Moorland Women’s Institute, which is a small cog in the big wheel of the Devon Federation of Women’s Institutes, was formed by a group of women who could see a need for such a group in Princetown, back in 1997. To date our number of members stands at 27 and is growing. Let me tell you a little of what we do, then you can judge for yourself if the HMWI is for you. Our meetings start each year in February (too risky in January due to weather). We generally have an interesting speaker coupled with an activity relating to the talk, for example we have had aromatherapy, weaving, bauble making, trying on hats with Mrs B’s Bonnets, an hilarious talk from The Farmer’s Wife of Postbridge and a Pilates taster session, to name but a few of the activities we get up to. We have trips further afield to places of interest, including theatre trips, but always the highlight of each year is a visit to Postbridge Panto where a good laugh is always guaranteed. But the year would not be complete for us without the seniors Christmas party held at the Plume of Feathers each December. We have two trips per year where families are invited to come along. When you read this article we will have been on our trip to Morwellham Quay. You may have seen us, or even been with us when we do our Comic Relief and Sport Relief processions throughout the village, or indeed camping out in the snow for Shelterbox, all good fun but at the same time helping a good cause. You may have two taster sessions for £1 each before you make your mind up. Come and join us on the first Wednesday of each month in church hall Tor Royal Lane. 7.30pm. Earlier this year our wonderful, hard working President of 8 years, Wendy Stones stood down from her role. She was our inspiration from 2003-2011. A small party was held in her honour and she was presented with a hand painted milk churn as a mark of our gratitude and thanks for all she has done for HMWI. If you are in possession of a State pension and would like to join in the seniors party in the Plume of Feathers on 10th December, please leave your name and contact details at the Post Office and we will be in touch. It only remains for me to say thank you for reading this first article by HMWI. If you would like to know more, please feel free to contact Sue on 01822 880395 or just come along.
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The CherrybrookTwo Bridges, Dartmoor
Situated at the centre of the Dartmoor National Park, The Cherrybrook is a small family run hotel with a licensed restaurant and stable bar.
Ideal for that special family occasion. Sample our truly delicious home-made 4-course meals, featuring local produce at a cost of £25, including coffee & mints.
See our web site for full details:www.thecherrybrook.co.uk
Bookings essential - please call on 01822 880260
Fox Tor Cafe & BunkhouseGreat quality homemade food served in a warm and friendly atmosphere. The cafe is fully licensed and we are
the only off licence in the village!We also offer bunkhouse accommodation, fully heated including the bathroom floors! Free Wifi available for all our customers
www.foxtorcafe.com 01822 890 238
Two Bridges Road, Princetown, Devon, PL20 6QS
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DARTMOOR PONY MOORLAND SHOW
to be held at the
Old Playing Fields, Princetown on
Saturday, 3rd September 2011 at 10.00 am
Refreshments will be available on site – Raffle prizes to be won
For further information, a schedule and application form please contact: Mrs Rosalind Waite, Duchy of Cornwall Office, Duchy Hotel, Princetown, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6QF. Tel: 01822 890205
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Princetown Bolts
Bird movements. By Paul Stubbs
For most species of bird, you can’t tell one individual from another. However, if a bird is ringed, you can. Each ring has a unique number on it, so a Robin ringed in my garden will be the only bird in the world, with that numbered ring on its leg. So we’re able to find out what individuals do, such as their movements and here are a few from my meagre efforts: Blackbird: other than local short movements to Tavistock Road (taken by a cat), Two Bridges Road and the Fox Tor café (drowned in water butt!) there’s this: ringed 28/10/05 at 7 Plymouth Hill, found dead 21/05/06 in NE France 335kms away 205 days later. Siskin: none found locally, except across the road and next door, but others found in Buckfastleigh, Bridford and several in Stover Country Park! One youngster, less than 1 month out of the nest, was ringed on 9/6/10 and found at Stover 30 days later! Another was ringed near Minehead on 23/9/08 and found dead in the garden of Mike & Jan Daniels in 1 Babbs Cottage, 621 days later, having travelled 82 kms! Greenfinch: one found dead at 1 New London Cottages, one ringed 3/10/07, caught by ringer at Challacombe 24/2/08, 144 days/12.4 kms, one ringed on 12/11/07, found in Emmetts Park, Ashburton (taken by a cat) 326 days/17 kms, one ringed in Venton, Cornwood on 3/7/07 and caught by me on 26/10/07, 115 days/17 kms, one ringed in the nest at Venford Reservoir on 28/4/10, caught by me on 27/9/10, 152 days/ 9 kms. Starling: one found by Martin Runge at 9 Blackabrook Avenue having hit a window, one ringed 10/11/10 found caught in garden netting in Yelverton 19/1/11, 70 days/10 kms, one ringed 17/2/06 caught by ringer in Kingsteignton 15/1/07, 332 days/26 kms. Chaffinch: one ringed 31/12/05, found by Valerie Andrews at Jollymead, Hexworthy (brought in by cat), 2/9/08, 976 days/6 kms. Blue Tit: ringed 22/9/05, taken by cat in Whitchurch Road, Tavistock, 7/3/10, 1627 days/11 kms. Wheatear: spotted with colour rings on legs, up Ivybridge Lane, on 27/9/10 and 2/10/10, ringed in the nest 9/6/10 on Fair Isle, Shetland, 115 days/1012 kms!
If you find a bird, do have a quick look to see if it has rings on its legs. If it does, contact me on 890520 or [email protected] or bring it to me at 7 Plymouth Hill. We’ll be able to find out its history.
Memory Lane By Mike Kinsey
If you have any memories or photos that you would be happy to share, Mike Kinsey would love to hear from you. Tel: 890273
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News from Princetown Community School By Ali Hirst We had a super end to the summer term with lots of memorable experiences to enrich the children’s learning. The Spanish Day on the 13th July was a huge success. It was terrific to see the children (...and staff) really dressed for the occasion. I think we all thoroughly enjoyed the flamenco dance workshops with Karina and Joel. Later in the day when the Spanish café was open the children (...and staff) had the chance to perform the Flamenco dances they had learnt to parents and friends. The leaver’s assembly was very moving and the year 6 children entertained us with their thoughts on school and memories of their time here at Princetown. It is a sad time of year as we have to say good bye to them, but also a very rewarding one...a time to share in their achievements and celebrate their personal successes. We wish Brandon, Jack, Megan, Rebbecca, Ezra, Phoebe, Travis (Jemma and George who left just before the end of term) all the very best and we will be thinking of them in September as they take the next step in life’s journey. Good luck to you all. I’m sure you have all seen our new mural in the school playground. We are so pleased with it and would like to thank Lisa Rowe who helped the Children United (school council) to design it and organised the painting of it. The children were very involved in the project and organised a number of fund raising events to pay for it. Such as discos, car washes, quizzes and fun competitions to do in the holidays.
As always we are looking forward to seeing everyone again at the start of the school year and would like to take this opportunity to welcome the 15 children who will be starting school for the first time in September. We will have 3 classes next year: Tawny Owls – foundation and Year 1 Kestrels – Year 2 and Year 3 Buzzards – Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6
Just a note to remind you... The children start school on Monday 5th September. The school day starts at 8.55am and will finish at the new time of 3.15pm.
Children United working hard at the car wash!
The Princetown Smithy& Craft Shop
Qualified Wrought Iron Smith.
Come and see a real working Smithy in the heart of Princetown.
Craft shop and gallery containing a diverse collection of local crafts alongside the forge.
Gates, baluster railings, weather vanes and all types of metal work undertaken.
We are alongside the High Moorland Visitor Centre Car Park, in Princetown, PL20 6QY
Tel: 07501 313 807.
www.princetownsmithy.co.uk
Dartmoor Martial Art Studio
Classes on Mondays & Thursdays4 - 6 years old - 4:00pm - 4:30pm7 - 9 years old - 5:00pm - 6:00pm
10 - 12 years old - 6:15pm - 7:15pmTeenagers - 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Please contact: 07545 703 048Unit 3, Duchy Yard, Princetown
www.s4ljuniorblackbeltschool.com
Come and visit us at Princetown’s very own
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Princetown Scout Group News.
As I mentioned in the previous edition, the scout group have a busy summer program this year and the weekend of the 11th and 12th June saw our visit to Foxcove campsite near Plymouth. Set in woodland alongside the Yealm estuary in South Devon, this location has been a favourite with scouts for many years and we were lucky enough to be able to visit again this year. We took a mixed group of Scouts, Cubs and the young Beavers who all won badges and awards for a variety of activities and challenges. Everyone is expected to help with pitching tents and organising their own equipment and our group were soon set up and ready to go for what turned out to be an eventful weekend. Those scouts who were working towards their camp cook badge treated us to some excellent food whilst others had been responsible for planning the menu and shopping for supplies - keeping strictly to budget. Taking on these responsibilities is an important part of scouting and our members did a fantastic job and as always worked together learning important team skills. We had a fantastic day on Saturday when we had a visit from Steve Avenall who is an instructor in Forestry and Woodland Management. As well as identifying various species of trees, the group learned about pruning and care of trees and the threats to the environment that need to be managed. Our scouts now know their Ash from their Oak as well as how to protect young trees from damage by deer. We thank Steve for his input and this is an example of how volunteers can contribute to our group and make a real difference. Meanwhile our young beaver scouts were negotiating their adventure trail in the woods which included a ‘blind trail’ and tracking work. Later, one of our assistant leaders, “Badger” led the whole group in collecting and cooking nettles to make a surprisingly delicious nettle soup. As always the day finished with songs and stories around a roaring camp fire before tired youngsters climbed into their sleeping bags. Unfortunately Sunday morning arrived with very heavy rain with many of the group finding tents flooded and equipment soaked. Despite the conditions our stoical Princetown scouts worked hard in the rain to pack our things and prepare for heading home. We don’t let a rain storm spoil our weekend and our members should be congratulated on how well they managed in difficult conditions, with surprisingly few grumbles! Well done to everybody and remember if any young people between 6 and 14 years fancy a bit of adventure and fun then why not join us by simply calling me on 01822 890690. Chris Kingdon (Assistant leader – Princetown Scout Group)
Mike Kinsey01822 890 273 - 075683 528682
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‘I have worked in a bar full time for over a year and have only been allowed to take five days off so far. When I asked my boss if I could take two weeks holiday later in the year he refused, telling me I was only entitled to five days off a year. I’m sure this can’t be right, but I’m worried about losing my job if I kick up a fuss. Is there anything I can do?’ Like most full-time workers, you are entitled to at least 28 days' paid holiday a year (5.6 weeks) including public holidays. This is a legal right. Your contract of employment may give you the right to take more than the statutory amount of paid holiday, but it cannot give you less. To help you work out your exact entitlement, you can use the calculator on the Business Link website at www.businesslink.gov.uk You don’t have an automatic right to take bank or public holidays off work, with or without pay. but your employment contract may give you bank or public holidays off on top of your statutory holiday. If this is the case, your contract should specify this and also say whether you will be paid for these days. If your employer refuses to let you take holiday, or refuses to let you take holiday at a particular time, try to sort it out informally with them first. If this doesn't work, get advice as soon as possible from your trade union if you belong to one, or from an experienced CAB adviser. You may be able to take your case to an employment tribunal, but there are pros and cons to think about if you are considering this course of action.
West Devon Citizens Advice Bureau TAVISTOCK Kingdon House, North Street PL19 0AN Open Monday Wednesday & Friday 10.00am – 2.00pm Drop in or ring 08444 111 444 during these hours. OKEHAMPTON The Ockment Centre North Street Okehampton EX20 1AR Open Tuesday Wednesday & Thursday 10.00am-2.00am. Drop in or ring 08444 111 444 during these hours. Website: www.westdevoncab.org.uk We also offer Outreach advice sessions at Bere Alston Surgery and The Community Centre, Princetown, every 3rd Wednesday of the month. For further information, or to make an appointment, ring 01837 52105. By Gail Butler
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SUPPORTING VICTIMS OF CRIME OR VIOLENCE
HELP and SUPPORT IS ONLY A PHONE CALL AWAY CONTACT THE
WEST DEVON VICTIM SUPPORT SCHEME ON
01626 – 357586 CONFIDENTIALITY GUARANTEED
Our next meetings are on Tuesday 25th October and Tuesday 22nd November in the Restaurant of the Prince of Wales at 8 pm.
MOORWATCH
WE ARE NOW WELL INTO THE VISITOR SEASON. THE THIEVES ARE NOW OUT AND ABOUT LOOKING TO SEE IF YOU HAVE LEFT ANY VALUABLES IN YOUR CAR.
DON’T MAKE IT EASY FOR THEM TAKE YOUR VALUABLES WITH
YOU OR HIDE THEM IN YOUR BOOT TAKE CARE AT HOME AS WELL, WITH THE RECENT SPELL OF WARM WEATHER WE ALL OPEN OUR WINDOWS – DON’T FORGET TO CLOSE THEM WHEN YOU GO OUT OR AT NIGHT.
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Funny Photo Competition
Send in your funniest photos and the Winner will win a prize and be published in the winter issue of the Princetown News.
Please email entries to: [email protected] send it to:
Princetown News, Unit 3, Duchy Yard, Princetown, Devon, PL20 6QX
Must be in to us by the Monday 24th October
Can you beat ours?
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Notice BoardDEVON AIR AMBULANCE
PASTY, PUDDING AND QUIZ NIGHT
7pm Wednesday 21st September
Postbridge Village Hall£6 per person
(Including quiz entry & prizes, hot pasty supper, homemade pudding.tea or coffee, bring your own drinks)
Big Raffle and Great PrizesTickets available from the Postbridge Post Office
or call: Helen on: 01822 880 218
Help support
PRINCETOWN F.C.(Our new local football team)
Check us out on our webpage at: www.princetownnews.co.uk
for the latest fixtures.
Postbridge Whist DrivesWhist Drives are held at the Postbridge Village Hall
Learners are especially welcome.Entrance fee is £2 and includes refreshments and prizes.For more information telephone Helen on 01822 880218.
Dartmoor FinancialIndependent Mortgage Advice you can trust
At Dartmoor Financial we offer mortgage advice from the whole of the market. As Independent Advisers we have
access to the best deals, allowing us to recommend the most competitive products available.
Whether you’re a First Time Buyer, Home Mover, looking for a Remortgage or Buy to Let mortgage,
we can help you every step of the way.
Call us now on01822 890 769
Mobile: 07789 933806 email: [email protected]
There may be a fee dependent on your circumstances typically £300. As independent advisers, you can choose to pay our total fees your-
self and we will pass on to you any commission we receive.
YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON A MORTGAGE
YelvertonFish & Chips
Opening Hours12:00pm - 9:30pm Everyday
including Bank Holidays
07587 596 420You can find us at the Yelverton Roundabout
Fish & Chips, Sausages, BurgersBacon Baps, Fishcakes, Onion Rings
Drinks: Cans, Tes & Coffee
We also do private events (Pre-book)
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The High Dartmoor Neighbourhood Police Team Your Beat Manager Dave Pickles.
Holidaying securely “Please don’t let your summer holiday be ruined by having your possessions stolen” say Local Beat Manager Dave Pickles and PCSO Mark Canvin. They urge people not to leave things of value in their vehicles as it provides a prime opportunity for opportunist thieves. “You wouldn’t dream of leaving valuable items on show in your vehicle at home, so please be careful not to leave them on show whilst on holiday” he urges. “And please be careful not to leave windows open when you are away, despite the heat”. We have also had great success in making sure that people in our area are aware of this risk, and as a result, people are taking good care of their property and so the thieves are staying away because the pickings here are too thin.
Lost Property You can now report lost or found property online, at www.devon-cornwall.police.uk/ContactUs/Pages/LostFoundProperty.aspx You can e-mail me at: [email protected] and contact me by phone on: Tel 08452 777 444 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 I will endeavour to answer any e-mails on my next duty. The best way to find out our current thoughts and the news from our patch is to visit our website by entering your postcode and then read our PRIORITIES, on http://nhpadmin.devon-cornwall.police.uk/Pages/FindMyNeighbourhood.aspx. 17
FREE Sessions for 0-5 year olds
in Princetown
Bounce and Rhyme Enjoy Singing, Musical instruments, Puppets and Stories with your child. Please call the Children’s Centre for further information.
Every Tuesday in the Village Centre “Small Hall” 10.30-12.00
Princetown Drop-In Sessions Meet other parents and carers from the area, lots of toys and a different activity every week. Staff are available to offer advice and support on things like breast feeding, behaviour management, healthy eating and much more.
All Sessions are run by friendly Tavistock Area Children Centre staff.
We hope to see you soon!
If you know someone who may be interested in these Sessions then please let them know about us!
For more information on these or any other
Sessions we run, call or e-mail us. Our Tavistock Office Number is: 01822 614210
Our e-mail address is: [email protected]
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Half Terms
Summer Holidays
Christmas Holidays
Easter Holidays
Holiday Club By Steph
2-7yrs, £2.50 an hour Concessionary rate for more than one child. Call Steph on 01822 890348 for bookings & questions. We look forward to hearing from you. We also have spaces for Pre-school in September!
"Children have great fun as they learn through play during their time at Princetown Pre-School. They enthusiastically take part in a wide range of worthwhile activities that are provided for them. Children are self-confident and demonstrate wonderful imaginations as they make up intricate games together. This is enabled by the provision of easily accessible resources that are of excellent quality." (Ofsted 2009)
"Children have great fun as they learn through play during their time at Princetown Pre-School. They enthusiastically take part in a wide range of worthwhile activities that are provided for them. Children are self-confident and demonstrate wonderful imaginations as they make up intricate games together. This is enabled by the provision of easily accessible resources that are of excellent quality."
(Ofsted 2009)
"Children play safely in a stimulating learning environment where toys and resources can be accessed freely." (Ofsted 2009)
"Children are proud to share their achievements and receive constant praise, which boosts their positive self esteem."(Ofsted 2009) YOU CAN’T SAY THAT! By Paddy McGinty During the recent royal wedding, millions around the world saw that Prince William chose to wear a uniform that included the famous British "red coat." Many people have asked, "Why did the British wear red coats in battle?" A long time ago, Britain and France were at war. During one battle, the French captured a British Colonel. They took him to their headquarters and the French General questioned him. Finally, as an afterthought, the French General asked, "Why do British officers all wear red coats? Don't you know that the red material makes you easier targets for us to shoot at?" In his casual, matter-of-fact way, the officer informed the General that the reason British officers wear red coats is so that if they are shot, the blood won't show, and the men they are leading won't panic. And that is why, from that day forward, all French Army officers wear brown trousers….
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DARTMOOR GARDEN MACHINERY
Repairs, Servicing and Sales
For all your lawnmower and garden equipment needs
01822 890 87007810 176 186
Princetown (Next to the Fire Station)
Lords CafeLicensed Restaurant, Tearooms & Gift Shop
Open 7 days a week
Large Car Park
Disabled Access
Baby ChangingFacilities
Coaches Welcome
All Major Credit Cards Accepted
Phone: 01822 890 565/416
Mbl: 07962 206 034E-mail: duchy7@
tiscali.co.uk
Lords CafeTavistock Road
PrincetownDevon
PL20 6QE
We welcome you to the New Lords Cafe with the exciting
release of our NEW MENU!!
Come and try our traditional Roast Dinners, or have a delicious Devon Cream Tea, served to you in our friendly atmosphere and
comfortable surroundings.
We have seating for over 150 so can easily accommodate
for large Functions and Coach Parties, Group Bookings,
Weddings, Evening Function and Special Events.
Young Spirit
High Hopes
Spirit of Adventure, your local activity providers, based
right in the heart of Dartmoor National Park
Activity & Adventure Specialists01822 [email protected]
Powder MillsBunkhouse
Young Spirit
Darmoor FamilyWeek
W W W . S P I R I T - O F - A D V E N T U R E . C O M
Young SpiritNational ParkNational Park
Young Spirit
Courses
Adventure
Water skills
DARTMOOR FOREST PARISH COUNCIL Update to 31 July 2011
Princetown Play Area The new play equipment is proving to be a great hit with the children and young people. Phase 2 of the project is to replace the swings and to provide a toddler area. We need £12,500 for this and, to date, we have acquired grants totalling £6,000. Funding is difficult in the present climate, so please let the Clerk know if you hear of any potential sources of grants.
The flat swing seats were well past their best, so the Council has purchased two new ones to tide us over until we have the money for phase 2
Parish Plan Parish Plans are produced by the community and for the community. They contain a description of the issues in the Parish and describe the outcomes that the community wants to see, as well as the priorities and the groups that will need to be involved to make the required changes happen. A Parish Plan provides a means by which we can influence local government and even national government. It also puts us in a much stronger position to attract funders for projects.
At the moment, we do not have a Parish Plan and we have already lost funding for the play area as a result, so it is very important that we put this right as soon as possible.
We need to identify the real issues that will form the main part of the Parish Plan. This will be done by consulting residents in the Parish and asking for their views on the issues that need to be addressed. We will shortly be holding a public meeting to ask for volunteers to form a working group of residents that will drive the consultation. Your Parish needs you, so please come to the meeting when it is advertised
Emergency Plan The Parish Council has been working for some time on a self-help plan to ensure the safety of its residents in the event of a repeat of the bad weather experienced during the last two winters. One of the features of the Emergency Plan is dealing with local problems due to heavy snowfall, especially when parts of the Parish are cut off. We are currently investigating our options for purchasing and storing salt, but we will also need volunteers to come out and help to clear snow. We have clarified with Devon County Council the health and safety situation if we do local snow clearing, and we are satisfied that we can manage this without liability problems. If you feel you would be able to help with snow clearance, please do watch out for the notices asking for volunteers
Parish Clerk: Mrs Ann Inman 01822 85 3513 [email protected]
Princetown Community Centre by Graham Chubb The community centre group has recently achieved charity status and will shortly begin the process of formally becoming responsible for the Community Centre. Now is the time for the community to support the retention of the centre as a community controlled asset by volunteering to any of the committee (names of key members are on the centre door). More volunteers are critical if the initiative to retain the centre is to be successful.
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regular and reliable service throughout the year. We also
take on one-off gutter, fascia and PVC cleaning jobs. Call
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En-Suite Double £70Single Occupancy £45
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Princetown Stores and Post OfficeThe Highest Post Office in England!
Open 7 days a week7am - 6pm Monday-Saturday
7.30am - 5pm Sunday
• Newspaper Deliveries• Fresh Fruit and vegetables
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Gardening with the Woodman: The Lawn. By Nick Thurlow
Having a passion for gardens can and will last you a lifetime, mine started at an early age. I was encouraged by my father to take an interest and by my tender teenage years of 13 I had already repaired the Devon hedge in my parent’s garden to an acceptable standard. At this time I even learnt how a stone looked right in a wall, and the biggest tip of all: don’t pick up a stone twice! So that’s me - really passionate about gardens and a great champion of the British look much admired around the world, and an ardent follower of the old school techniques, particularly Victorian. I do not profess to have a great garden, but my garden reflects how I am and what you can do with your imagination and the use of salvaged materials and architectural junk that I come across in my line of work. In this issue and forthcoming issues I will give tips on how to start enjoying your gardens, making the process easy and turning a burden into an asset - hopefully, after all I am not Monty, or Mr Titchmarsh. So, as it is Autumn, let me give you a few tips on how that old enemy and most neglected plant in the garden, the Lawn, can survive the Princetown eco. system! Your lawn is a centre point in your garden, you might have excellent borders full of colour and interest, but a poorly maintained lawn will always take your eye away and stare back at you with all its faults! I don’t have a first rate lawn myself. In fact, it borders on a third rate lawn sometimes and it frustrates me immensely, especially when I have done what I can and put in a lot of hard graft. Sometimes it looks ok though and I love the feel of this natural carpet! Princetown basically has poor soil, trying to improve soil quality helps and importation of good quality topsoil would improve your chances if you were starting from scratch. However, the majority are stuck with what we have got so here is the programme. September: Increase your mowing interval (assuming you were cutting once a week!), raise your cut heights. Worms leave a lot of casts around now so brush these away and start applying an autumn lawn fertilizer if your lawn’s gone a bit pale and thin as mine has. Any repairs can be carried out to bumps, hollows bare patches etc. Scarifying is a must now, and spiking to aerate and deal with compacted areas. Deal with disease (but that’s a whole new chapter!). Pests, especially good old Mr and Mrs Mole can be moved on this month! (I need to write a book really on this one). You can be busy in September, as it’s also the best time to seed a new lawn.
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PRINCETOWN LIBRARY
Visit your library in the Community Centre for a wide
selection of adult, teenage and children's books. We also offer a selection of DVDs, including new
releases and free internet and WIFI access.
October: Raise your mowing cut heights for you last couple of cuts as the mowing routine finishes now. Trim up your edges for the winter; apply a bit more autumn lawn feed. Finish off your lawn repairs, last chance for spiking and scarifying, it’s also ideal to lay turf this month. Keep lawn free of leaves and other debris (disease magnet). Now is the time to dig out big tufts and couch grass, repair or re-turf. You can get a grip on moss now, not Kate, but that other stuff that blights a Princetown lawn! Use a moss killer with dichloropen and not a lawn sand, I know because I tried lawn sand once and it was a disaster! Keep an eye on worms; too many casts which can be brushed away now can be controlled in spring with a lawn sand application. November: When there’s no frost or snow and it’s not wet, (‘Ha! This is Princetown!’ I hear you say!), you can mow once with the cutters up high. That’s it for November. But whilst we contemplate a forthcoming year, now is the time to plan for spring. Maintain your equipment (give Carl a call!), oil it all up for winter and store dry in your shed. Keep an eye on your lawn and brush up any further leaf fall and casts. December: Do not walk on your lawn in a heavy frost or if it’s sodden as this causes immense damage. You can lay turf on a fine day’s forecast. Other than that, put your feet up or build a snowman! If there are any questions about my jottings or a general query about your garden send them to the editor, I am happy to try and answer them in the next issue. Until then, enjoy your garden!
Logs for SaleDumpy bag of off-cuts £40
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Pick-up load approx 1m cubed £65
Small charge for stacking.
Tel: 07528418471
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PRINCETOWN RETIREMENT FELLOWSHIP
The CSRF Group on the steps of their
hotel in Killarney, May 2011.
We meet at 12.30pm on the first Thursday of each month in the Restaurant of the Prince of Wales, Tavistock Road, Princetown. If you are retired, do come along. You will be assured of a warm welcome.
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