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1 TAVISTOCK TIMES GAZETTE ESTABLISHED 1857 AN INDEPENDENT FAMILY-OWNED NEWSPAPER No: Brook Street, Tavistock, PL19 OHD Tel: THURSDAY, JANUARY 10, p Lucky to be alive Swift action by visiting friend saved elderly couple from carbon monoxide poisoning D V D Around 700 properties to choose from OVER 3,000 DVDS 28 A West Street, (01822) LATEST BLU-RAY / 3D D V D M & C White Motor Engineers 7 PIXON LANE, TAVISTOCK TAVISTOCK SERVICING, REPAIRS & MOT`s Butter wouldn t melt! 8 Paddons Row, Tavistock by John Hutchins THE quick thinking of a visiting friend and the courage of a paramedic saved the lives of an elderly Tavistock couple. Pensioners Percy O Donnell and his wife, Joyce, 91, were overcome by fumes last Thursday morning at their cottage at Wallabrook. Unbeknown to them falling stones had blocked the chimney and led to a build-up of poisonous carbon monoxide from their solid fuel fireplace and back boiler, fuelled by coal and anthracite. Percy, 85, a retired fishmonger from Tavistock Pannier Market, said: I didn t know anything had happened. I got up to get breakfast for my wife who was still in bed. I thought she was asleep. I let the dog out for a walk, came back sat in the chair and just dozed off the next thing I remembered someone had an oxygen mask on me. Their lives, and that of their dog, 14-yearold Jack Russell Terrier Patch, were saved when their friend Jill White came to pay her weekly, social visit. Jill comes around most Thursdays between 11am and 11.30am for a game of Scrabble and a cup of tea. Her husband dropped her off but had INSIDE YOUR TIMES THIS WEEK: Students are digging in at the college page 3 to go and move his car. She came in and tried to wake me up and then went upstairs and found my wife unconcious. Mrs White, 83, from Dousland, and who walks with a frame, immediately called 999 and the emergency services an act that undoubtedly saved the lives of Percy and Joyce. A paramedic from Tavistock was the first emergency responder on the scene and realised that carbon monoxide was the cause. Two fire engines from Tavistock were also sent to the property and crews confirmed a high reading of carbon monoxide and requested a further fire engine with a positive pressure fan, which came from Bere Alston, to help ventilate the property. Tavistock fire station watch commander Glenn Arundel said a blocked chimney could have forced the fumes back through the walls and into the room, which could have had deadly consequences for the O Donnells. Glenn said: The paramedic did an excellent job as he undoubtedly put his life at risk because the gases were highly flammable. The firefighters also put their lives at risk but at least they had the proper breathing Welcome rise in number of quitters page 10 apparatus, he didn t. When we went in we found very high levels of carbon monoxide, which rises so the higher you went in the building the higher the reading. With carbon monoxide you cannot see it and you cannot smell it. We have attended several such incidents with carbon monoxide and it can be lethal. I cannot stress how important with gas or smokeless fuel burners it is to have a carbon monoxide detector. People can purchase them locally and for 20 or 30 they could well save your life. He also praised Mrs White for her actions: If she had not acted so quickly and rung the emergency services immediately the couple could have died. She could even have been overcome herself. She did exactly the right thing. The couple were Wheelers take on elements in challenge page 37 taken to Derriford Hospital where they were given oxygen and hyperbaric treatment in a decompression chamber. They have now made a full recovery and returned home. They already had a smoke alarm, but firefighters have installed a carbon monoxide detector and the O Donnells are having the chimney professionally swept. Mr O Donnell is most grateful to his friend Jill as well as the paramedics and firefighters for saving their lives. He said: I thank them very much and also the neighbours for what they have done since it all happened. I didn t see the emergency services because I couldn t remember much but they did an excellent job. I can t thank them enough we are lucky to be alive. Town jujitsu duo enjoy an Italian job page 39 Shop locally Shop locally Shop locally Back home after their rescue Joyce and Percy O Donnell and pet Patch. Picture by James Bird Coming soon by request COMPUTER TRAINING CLASSES How to Computer Courses Basics for Beginners Advanced for Experts! Covering Routine Maintenance, Operating Systems and Popular Apps Repair and Maintenance Services for Laptops, Desktops and tablets Visit us at 23 Market Street, Tavistock info@gacuk.co.uk Tavistock s Home Entertainment Shop No need to lay a base Sheds stables etc Summerhouse Chalets TAVISTOCK WOODLAND SAWMILL Tanalised Timber BUILT IN YOUR GARDEN (Heavy duty - not panels) UNUSUAL SIZES Also Greenhouses and kit sheds CAN BUILD ON SLOPES Tel: Gulworthy, Tavistock >

2 2 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 PERSONAL, BIRTHS, MARRIAGES, DEATHS ETC., LINEAGE 62P PER WORD MIN (20 WORDS) INC VAT W J AVERY Funeral Directors Crediton Road Okehampton Oke Nights Golden Charter Prepaid Funeral Plan available Private Rest Chapel Free Legal Careline Personal and sympathetic Family Funeral Directors Morris Bros. Funeral Directors Established in 1870 Your local independent Funeral Director is owned & run by the Morris Family Elaine Morris & son, Simon Luke. Professional efficient & sensitive service to the people of Tavistock & surrounding areas. 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Backwell Funeral Services Funerals can be arranged in the comfort of your own home or at our local office. Brookdale Funeral Home 32a Brook Street, Tavistock At your service 24 hours every a day of the year For personal attention Tel: Pre-Paid Funeral Plans available because we care DEATHS Client Car Park in Brook Street BATTEN Jack Of Brinsabach Farm, Brentor, passed away January 6th aged 89 years. Beloved Father of William, Francis and Andrew. Memorial Service to be held at St Michael s Church, on the Tor on Friday, 25th January at 2pm. No flowers please. Donations if desired to Brentor PCC (in aid of St Michael s restoration) c/o Morris Bros., Lakeside, Tavistock PL19 0AZ. Thanks to Dr Johnson of Tavyside Surgery and the staff at Devonia Nursing Home. BLOWER Freda St Miriam (Bickey) 99 yrs Resident of Tawburn House, Sticklepath, Okehampton, Devon. Died peacefully on Monday, 31st December 2012 at The Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. There will be a service of thanksgiving for Bickey s life on Monday, 14th January 2013 at 12 midday. This will take place in St Paul s Chapel, Exeter and Devon Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Royal National Institute for Blind People or c/o KC Redstone, Moorlands, South Zeal, Okehampton EX20 2NZ. COOMBES Norman Aged 84 years. Passed away peacefully at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital on 6th January Funeral Service at St Paul s Chapel, Exeter Crematorium on Tuesday, 22nd January at Enquiries to Co-operative Funeralcare, 9 East Street, Okehampton EX23 1AS. Telephone CORNISH Marcella Kathleen Passed away peacefully on January 7th 2013 aged 94 years. Loving Wife of Ted. Dearly loved Mother of Michael and Helen and much loved Grandmother to Vicky, John and Greg. Great Grandmother to Sarah, Harriet, Dylan and Phoebe. Requiem Mass at St Boniface Church, Okehampton on Thursday, 24th January at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Devon Air Ambulance and CAFOD c/o Co-operative Funeral Service, 9 East Street, Okehampton EX23 1AS. DYKE Valerie Irene (Val) Died suddenly on New Year s Day. Beloved Wife of John, Mum to Steve, Jenny and Kathy, Nana to Sasha and Alicia. Funeral Service to be held at Exeter and Devon Crematorium on Friday, 18th January at 3.30pm. Family flowers only, but donations if desired to Christian Aid c/o Drew & Sons Funeral Directors, Longhayes, Venton, Drewsteignton, Exeter EX6 6PG. Tel GUY Ivy Christine Emily (Christine) Peacefully on 3rd January 2013 at Oak House, Exeter, aged 81 years. Beloved Wife of John (deceased), much loved Mum of Marcia and Bob, Kath and Nick, Linda (deceased) and Mark (deceased). Thanksgiving Service at Exbourne Methodist Church on Wednesday, 16th January at 2.00pm. Family flowers only, donations if wished for Oak House, may be given at the Service or sent to Colin Bater, Funeral Director, 20 Station Road, Okehampton EX20 1DZ. RYDER Ethel Norma Passed away peacefully at Tavistock Hospital on the 26th of December Beloved Wife of Jimmy (deceased). Much loved Mother of Michael and David. Grandmother of Jonathan, Samantha, Kerri, Julian and Anya. Great Grandmother of Charmaine, Harry, Finan, Esme, Charlotte and Ellie May. She will be very much missed by all. Funeral Service to be held at Weston Mill Crematorium on Monday, 14th January at 1.30pm. No flowers please, but donations if so desired payable to St Luke s Hospice may be sent to SJ Backwell Funeral Directors, 32a Brook Street, Tavistock, Devon PL19 0HE. Tel SUTTON George Peacefully on 2nd January 2013 at Venn House aged 89 years. Loving Husband of the late Elsie and much loved Brother and Uncle. Funeral Service to be held at Efford Crematorium on Tuesday, 15th January at 2pm. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired for Cancer Research UK by retiring collection or may be sent c/o Morris Bros., Lakeside, Tavistock PL19 0AZ. TUCKER Elizabeth Evelyn (Eve) Passed away peacefully at Derriford Hospital on Wednesday 26th December 2012 aged 94 years. Dear Wife of Fred (deceased). Loving Mum of Joan and Evelyn, Son-in-Law Arthur. Dear Grandma of Clare, Michael, Andrew and Phillip. Great Grandma of Mia, Daisy, Phoebe, India and Devon. Will be sadly missed by all the family. A service of Thanksgiving will be held at St John s The Baptist, Horrabridge on Monday 14th January 2013 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only or donations if so desired to The Children s Hospice SW and Cancer Research UK may be sent to SJ Backwell Funeral Directors, 32a Brook Street, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 0HE. Tel: (01822) WHIFFIN John Passed away at home on 5th January 2013, aged 81. John was a loving Husband, Dad, Stepdad, Grandfather; he will be forever in our thoughts and will be sadly missed. Funeral Service will be held at Efford Crematorium on Wednesday, 16th January 2013 at 11.30am. Family flowers only please. Donations to CLIC Sargent may be sent c/o Morris Bros Funeral Services, Lakeside, Tavistock PL19 0AZ. Find More Personal Messages on Page 32 CHAPMAN In loving memory of Joan, 9th January Also her Husband Oswald Roy, 4th August Sadly missed but always remembered. Roy, Marcia, Helen and Sarah IN MEMORIAM (MUST BE PREPAID PLEASE. THANKYOU) DAWN CUNDY Our Mum You were our best friend You were our one true confidant And now twenty years on You are still our one great love Love, us all DEATHS COLLOM Dorothy Sadly passed away 29/12/12 aged 93. Beloved Wife of Sam (deceased). Formerly of Bere Ferrers and Newquay. Memorial Service at St Andrew s Church, Bere Ferrers, 11am on Wednesday, 16th January. Many thanks to Vale Lodge Residential Home who cared for her so compassionately. PETER FRISE Died 23rd December 2012 Loving brother to Harold, Sylvia and Maureen, brother-in-law John. Will be sadly missed IN MEMORIAM DARK Gordon Treasured memories of my dearest Husband who passed away on January 14th Also remembering your birthday on the 19th. Loved forever, forgotten never. Joan GERALD JEFFERY Always in our thoughts. Loving wife Eileen and sons and daughters HULL Richard Claude (Dick) 11th January 2006 A devoted Husband to Beryl. Loving Father and cherished Grandfather to his three grandchildren. In our hearts forever Greatly loved and missed every day LACEY Irene Passed away on 10th January 2006 In loving memory of a dear Wife, Mum, Grandma and Great Grandma From Norman and family IN LOVING MEMORY OF DEREK LOWER Much loved and greatly missed by Gill, Lorraine and all the family. Those we love don t go away They walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard but always near Still loved, still missed and very dear BURIAL GROUNDS STANBURY Leah-Jane Aged 24 years, suddenly at home on 29th December Funeral Service to take place at Fairplace Church, Okehampton on Tuesday, 15th January 2013 at 10am. Family flowers only. Co-operative Funeralcare, 9 East Street, Okehampton EX23 1AS. Telephone IN MEMORIAM WILLIAM MARTIN (Bill) 9th January 2002 Loving Husband of Joan. Dearly missed Father of Barry and Susan. Beloved Grandfather of Stephen, Mark, Elizabeth, Jon and Christopher. When the one you love becomes a memory The memory becomes a treasure SYMONS Jean We do not need a special day to bring you to our mind. The days we do not think of you are very hard to find. 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3 Students dig in as school appeals for help by Jane Honey AN innovative horticultural project at Tavistock College is set to blossom this year and an appeal has been issued to local people for help in making it flourish. The college is hoping to build an allotment on some of its land it is the next step in a horticultural scheme started this term, which has seen the creation of a series of raised growing beds in the school courtyard. Spring cabbages and broad beans have already been planted in these beds. It is hoped with the creation of the allotments, to be built behind the school kitchens, the school can produce a much wider variety of vegetables. Teacher Helen Harris is pioneering the project, which was sparked by the success of the school s pets corner. This now has chickens, guinea pigs and a hamster, and there are regular visits to the college by her pony, and a succession of dogs owned by staff at the school. Helen said Year 10 students taking part in the college s BTEC in landbased studies have been most closely involved in the project, although students from other years are also connected, for example, egg collection is carried out by Year 7 students. Year 10 students built the new raised beds, and the school s new egloo for the chickens. Helen said: We are averaging three or four eggs a day from the five chickens, which are being used in the school kitchens. The students are gaining practical skills which are really developing. In terms of gaining confidence and self-esteem, it s been tremendous. Work begins on roof project WORK has begun on a 313,000 project to replace the roof on a Tavistock School. Scaffolding was erected around St Rumon s Infants School last week and temporary traffic lights have been in operation in the road outside the school. A spokesman for Devon County Council said: It s a Listed building so it s taken a while to get the permissions sorted out. We do regular condition checks on all our schools and it came up that this really needed to be done. The spokesman said the county was using Delabole slate on the new roof the work is expected to be finished by the end of March. Disruption to traffic caused by the work will be kept to a minimum as far as possible. Record collection YELVERTON Rotary Club is delighted with record collections over Christmas. The Father Christmas and Sleigh village collections for local charities, raised a record amount of more than 2,000.The club expressed thanks to all those people who generously contributed. The main focus this year for club activity is to increase promotion and funding for the Yelverton Memory Café. For more information call Ken Farnham on or UPVC Windows Doors Patio Doors Fascia Boards Replacement Sealed Units I Slimming World Join a warm and friendly group near you today... TAVISTOCK Thursday 10am, 12 noon, 5.30pm & 7.30pm United Reformed Church, Russell Street Tracy OKEHAMPTON Tuesday 5.30pm; Wednesday 10am Fairplace Church Vickie CRUSADER WINDOWS matthew@lammergeier.co.uk SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT * when you buy a 12-week Countdown course 1-26 January 2013 Some of the boys love having something really physical to do and they are proud of being able to do these tasks. The idea is for these children to learn to garden and to look after livestock. We live in a rural area and there will be jobs requiring these sorts of skills. We are also building links with Duchy College, in fact it was our Year 10 students who showed them around our new beds and the pets corner. Also connected with the horticultural project is the college s small orchard, which was planted with rare, heritage Tamar Valley apple trees. Now, as a result of a new partnership with the Eden Project, it is hoped to extend the orchard with quince trees, which are becoming increasingly scarce. Helen said the students involved in the horticulture and animal TONY Whitehead, owner of Mayflower Galleries, has been elected as the new chair on the board of Tavistock BID. Adam Fleet, BID manager, said with both old and new faces around the table, the first board meeting of 2013 captured the passion of the recent annual meeting, heralding a fantastic start to the new year. The four hour meeting on Thursday evening addressed many of the concerns raised at the annual meeting and looked at the key delivery areas for Car parking, an ever present issue for businesses in Tavistock, is to become a fixed TAVISTOCK residents have showed the true spirit of Christmas, by helping to make Tavistock United Reformed Church s Christmas Day lunch and party a success. care syllabi were not only gaining a qualification, they were learning practical skills with connections to more academic areas like literacy and numeracy. For example, daffodils will be planted, which in spring will be picked and sold by the students. And the animals have a big part to play too. The guinea pigs are used in social skills groups. For example, if we have a group of students who maybe haven t settled in well at school or have other problems, just to sit and talk quietly with the animals can be invaluable. Children will sometimes sit and talk to animals when they wouldn t to a teacher even just sitting stroking a small furry animal can be beneficial and they also have to learn to share with others, because we don t have that many. Helen said an New chairman looks ahead to an exciting year agenda item thus ensuring the views of the BID members are strongly represented. The hard voluntary work of the directors will continue through the working groups focused on marketing and promotion, events, signage, communication and business support, all components of the business plan. The first of the much called for quarterly forums is to be held at the Bedford Hotel on the March 7 at 6.30pm. This will be a great opportunity to connect with BID businesses to share news and views. Tony said: The year ahead will no doubt be as challenging as the last, Guests had their plates full to overflowing with turkey and all the trimmings and the entertainment was much enjoyed. The Rev Roger Cornish said: This was evaluation of the new horticulture project made just recently had been amazing, and she hoped the allotment scheme would be equally successful. College principal Helen Salmon said: We have been delighted with the way our animal care course has developed and branching out to use the school grounds for horticulture is a major Big thank you for festive spirit DEVON & CORNWALLC CARE SERVICES Providing excellent care for you, family and friends, to enable someone to live at home independently with our professional support. Packages of care now available at affordable prices. All staff are CRB checked and trained to a high standard. Please do contact us For Okehampton For Tavistock TT/ECT/PT TIMES, JANUARY 10, Teacher Helen Harris, John Collacott and students, filling the raised beds with compost progression of this work. allotment with raised beds, We are in the centre of plant an orchard and really a large rural community improve the environment and we think it is in our school grounds. important that our children The school has a wish develop the skills needed list and would be to obtain careers if they delighted if anyone can wish in rural industries. It help. is also vital that students It needs have an understanding of their environment. Topsoil Boards for raised We are seeking beds sponsorship and support from local businesses and Loan of a rotovator for a day individuals to develop the Spare gardening but the board looks forward to engaging with our BID partners through either the discussion area on our web site or at the the seventh year that people in Tavistock individuals and groups have shown the true spirit of Christmas by donating goods, money and time, to enable this event to take place. There are many people to thank, but groups donating this year have included the New Year Tavy Strollers, Tavistock Lions and Tavistock Twinning Association. Tavistock Area Support Services have once again provided mini-buses and drivers to pick up and take home our guests. Those who come very much appreciate the kindness shown by others at this family time of year. I am already looking forward to Christmas forthcoming quarterly forums in order to promote our joint interest in keeping Tavistock a vibrant and viable place for businesses to trade as well as a unique and interesting place for people to shop and visit. Adam Fleet said: tools, ie forks, spades and rakes Large plant pots Cloches A load-worth of rotted farmyard manure Fruit bushes or plants, eg raspberries, currants, strawberries. If you can help, call Helen Harris at the college on during school hours, or h.harris@tavistockcollege. devon.sch.uk Pictured left to right, new BID board member Mandy Ewings, representing the Original Barbershop, new BID chairman Tony Whitehead of Mayflower Galleries, and Adam Fleet, BID manager. The Horn of Plenty Country House Hotel & Restaurant Picture by James Bird 2012 was all about laying the foundation for a successful BID is about delivery!

4 4 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 TT/ECT/PT Letters to the Editor John s deep love of Dartmoor MANY of us were deeply saddened to read of the sudden and tragic death of John Warne just before Christmas. He was well-known as an outstanding mayor of Tavistock and the chairman of the Crowndale Recreational Association that has given the town some fine football pitches and changing rooms for junior soccer. With huge energy and determination he led the team that secured the development of Crowndale for community use for ever. John was perhaps less well known for his deep love of Dartmoor and for his acute awareness of God all around us. He wrote a fine poem a while ago which shows us clearly this side of his character and I am sure would be of interest your readers: Pew Tor IT is almost a year since we moved from east Devon and now live on the edge of Dartmoor surrounded by the peace and tranquility of the country roads and the open countryside. It takes me back in time to my early years and home in Frenchay, S Glos, in the 1920/30/and40s where it was 20 minutes walk to the nearest small shop. My bicycle was my passport to Pew Tor has always been My Church. It is here... be it on a typically misty Dartmoor Day Or on a fine sunny summer s morning That I think of those I loved in my youth but are now gone Yet I still reach out to them. As I gaze out across the moor With my dog by my side and only the sound of a lone skylark Looking towards my beloved town That all existence seems to merge into one with my soul and memories. It is here... sitting on the granite rock, that, in itself, seems timeless I feel at one with God Dick Eberlie Vigo Mews, Tavistock Look and enjoy what you have here Kindness shown after my fall I AM writing to say a very big thank you to the gentleman and lady who helped me when I fell in West Street, Tavistock, on the morning of Friday, January 4. They kindly assisted me into the Sue Ryder shop, and the manageress, Mel, kindly allowed me to rest in their staff area and also gave me a welcome cup of tea, and organised a taxi for me. I am feeling a good deal better, and would like to once again say thank you to all concerned. I have already spoken to Mel and thanked her. Sandra Phillips Horrabridge Tel the world beyond now we have the friendly 118 to take us to Tavistock, Okehampton and beyond (their Christmas lights were wonderful). Life was simple but good, and still is look around and enjoy what you have here and enjoy every day. Margaret Norman The Old Lady of Brentor via A new idea for old Focus site WOULDN T it be just the ticket if the Plymouth Road Focus site were to become an ice skating rink with a refreshment area and a designated public spectators seating area? Perhaps the existing supermarkets would consider contributing to the project with an added public bowling alley. What a boost this would be to Tavistock as well as some welcome employment. Diana Mudd Down Park Drive Tavistock These people obviously have no shame WHAT will it take to make the minority of idle, irresponsible dog walkers to pick up after their pets? They are making a bad name for all dog owners. I took my children to Courtlands play park on Christmas afternoon. While we were there playing someone actually allowed their dog to foul the main path, just feet away from the dog bin and left it there for a child to step or fall in. We only saw two dogs there you know who you are and you should be ashamed of yourselves! On Christmas day in a children s park! Then on BoxingDay I walked my three children down Courtlands Road, onto Glanville Road and down Bannawell Street into town and came across six piles of fresh dogs mess, including one large lot all along Brook Street. I cannot believe that these lazy people used the holidays, with less people around, as a perfect time to leave their dogs mess all over the place. The council crackdown isn t working because these people obviously have no shame. Keri Pierce via THANK you for putting in my last letter regarding the unacceptable amount of dog mess in Parkwood Road, Tavistock. Unfortunately, it continues to be a problem and I have witnessed an elderly lady near Lawsons get her shoes covered in the dog mess on her way shopping for food at the Co-op! I personally continue to scrub the pavements off with disinfectant because it upsets me to see people get the dog muck all over their shoes. It is on the cards that a handful of residents will form a group to monitor the dog walkers and catch out the culprits! It looks like Tidy Tavi will be joined by another group, the DP Squad! A Lewis Tavistock GREAT OFFERS AT BODY ZONE FOR YOU Ladies and Gents we have a great special offer for you here at Body Zone. 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We wish all our Members past and present a very Happy New Year and look forward to helping you get Fit and Healthy for An ode to encourage binning your rubbish HEREWITH my ode to 2012, with apologies to the twelve days of Christmas, and sung to the same tune: On the first day of Christmas found discarded on the ground a bag of wrappers from Macdonalds and KFC, two dirty nappies, three broken beer glasses, four supermarket bills, five different envelopes, six plastic bottles, seven bags of dog waste, eight Costa coffee cartons, nine sweet papers, ten assorted beer cans, eleven paper ON behalf of Girlguiding in the Tavistock area I would like to thank local residents for their kind support of our Christmas Post service for Members of Girlguiding promise to do their best and we hope the public was happy with the service we provided. This was the 25th Christmas that guides have offered to deliver cards. In 1988, our stamps cost 5p and we delivered about 3,000 cards. This year, we held to our 20p price and deliveries numbered over 6,300. Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Senior Section members enjoy acting as postmen, though we regret we were unable to find homes for six cards without addresses (for example, one just to Wendy ). Thank you, too, to the shops and outlets in the town who kindly sell stamps for us and act as posting stations. We appreciate your support. Guiding offers lots of exciting opportunities for girls of all ages; anyone interested in getting involved is welcome to contact me on Tavistock , Janet Piper on or Rica Olver on Thank you. Kate Harding Tavy Division of Girlguiding THE Salvation Army would like to thank all who donated toys and money to their Christmas toy appeal, especially St Eustachius Church for holding a toy service and Kaleidoscope Toys for their assistance. Fifty-four children in the Tavistock area were provided with toys and sweets. Although it is sad that there are many families struggling in our area, I know they appreciated what was received thanks to the generosity of so many people. Major Dawn McGarvey handkies, twelve plastic bags. All the above items I have found and binned recently during the short walk from my home to fetch my daily paper from Spar. I wrote this ode to try to encourage people to put their rubbish or dog waste in the bins provided. Happy new year everybody, and let s keep Tavistock litter free. Cathy Trafford-Smith Tavistock Thank you to so many Weddings feature 24th January To advertise on this feature please call Lianne on or lianne.carr@ tindlenews.co.uk Pets and Horsebox is now within the Classified Section WE would like to thank all those who attended our recent fund raising event for Christian Aid. It is extremely gratifying that a record total of 585 was raised, particularly in these difficult times. Thank you very much for your support and your generosity. These funds have now been sent to Christian Aid to support their vital work in the developing world. Kate and John Harding Tavistock THE Rotary Club of Tavistock, and Father Christmas, would like to thank everyone who supported their Christmas appeal during the street collections and in Bedford Square during December 1,800 was raised which will be donated to local charities during the coming year. Trevor Williams President Rotary Club of Tavistock What s Happening at The New Inn Sampford Courtenay Thursday 14th February Valentines Dinner 4 Courses March 10th Mothering Sunday 2 Courses Courses March 20th The New Inn 8 Course Taster Menu pp (only 3.50 per Course) March 31st Easter Sunday Lunch 2 Courses Courses TO ADVERTISE ON THE Business, Legal & Finance feature in the 24th January issue please call Debbie on or debbie.montgomery@tindlenews.co.uk by Friday 18th January. 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5 Artist aims to help young Peruvian poor by Sam Hughes A WEST Devon artist will be fulfilling a lifelong ambition to use her talents and experiences to help disadvantaged children in Peru this year. Laure Bury, born in France and known for her Dartmoor landscapes and colourful compositions with butterflies, will be selling her paintings at half price from her studio in Mary Tavy to raise funds to enable her to volunteer working with children in the Oropesa village outside Cuzco. The focus of the project is to take the children off the streets, to provide them with a safe place outside government school hours and to support their education with English classes, reading, arts, sports and excursions. Laure said she had originally planned to go to Peru when she was in her twenties but did not make it: It is a lifelong ambition of mine. I went out to Mexico when I was 20 with the idea to travel down through Central America and make my way to Peru as I had specialised in Peruvian literature. But there were lots of wars going on in Peru at the time and and as a young female, I was a bit scared so I never made it. Then I fell in love in Mexico and had a child and my responsibilities changed. Julie s perfect end to the year THE only way was Slimming World for reality TV star Mark Wright, when he met Tavistock lady Julie Davies recently at the weight-loss organisation s annual awards ceremony to celebrate its most successful slimmers. Julie, who manages Slimming World groups in Tavistock, was thrilled to get the chance to pose for a photo with Mark from The Only Way is Essex at the event in Birmingham. Mark joined Slimming World s founder Margaret Miles-Bramwell to host the ceremony. He said: Presenting the Slimming World awards was a real honour. I was absolutely blown away by the people who joined us on stage. I couldn t believe how much weight they d lost and what a difference it had made to their lives they were like completely different people. In fact, throughout the day I met so many fantastic people, not only the slimmers collecting the awards but also amazing people like Julie, who run and manage the Slimming World groups and help them achieve so much. Julie said meeting Mark was the perfect ending to a great year for Slimming World. Slimming World district manager Julie Davies is pictured right, with Mark Wright. I m going to be turning 50 this year and thought it would be a good time to fulfil my dream. Laure will be volunteering through the organisation Globalteer, and will be supporting the teaching staff at a school in the village. Many of the children attending the school in Oropesa come from surrounding villages and walk up to four hours a day to attend. Some live away from their families to be closer to the school and many are required to work for their lodgings away from home. The children in the villages are very poor. I will be helping with their education I used to teach languages, and I Youngsters at Tavistock Community Primary School were all smiles when they received their trophies at the end of term prize-giving. Sheds, Studios, Workshops, Garages and Stables. Visit our display site at: de Bathe Farm, North Tawton. Tel: speak fluent Spanish, which will help me to communicate with the teaching staff. I have been developing art workshops here so have experience of that and I am also studying art therapy so I am hoping all those things will come together to help. Laure will be going to Peru for two weeks as a trial, but is hoping to go back again for a few months at a later stage. The date for the volunteering excursion has not been fixed until Laure knows she can raise the 2,000 needed to fund the trip. She will be selling her original paintings, ranging from 10cmx10cm to THE annual wassailing evening for the Tavy and Tamar Apple Group will take place in Bere Ferrers on Saturday (January 12) at the church hall and adjoining orchard. The apple wassail is a traditional form of wassailing practiced in the cider orchards of South West England during the winter. First mentioned at Fordwich, Kent, in 1585, groups of young men would go between orchards performing the rite for a reward. On Twelfth Night, men would go with their wassail bowl into the orchard and go about the trees. Slices of bread or 100cmx100cm, at half price. Laure can see Brentor from her back garden, and it has provided her with inspiration for many of her paintings. She also paints seascapes and compositions with butterflies, which she says are the symbol of human spirit. After her divorce she came up with the idea of giving hope, with the butterflies symbolising coming out of the darkness into the light. Anyone who would like to support Laure or is interested in buying a painting can make an appointment for viewing by contacting her on or ing laurebury@live.co.uk Wassailing in the orchard toast were laid at the roots and sometimes tied to branches. Cider was also poured over the tree roots. The ceremony is said to bless the trees to produce a good crop in the forthcoming season. After the poor crop of 2012, renewed efforts will be made at the Bere Ferrers wassailing to ensure that the ancient ceremonies are complied with to the letter! The evening will start with a short story about wassailing, followed by dancing and singing by the Border Morris and the Tavy Tars, who will then process from the hall to the adjacent orchard. Village park lottery PRIZE winners for the December draw of the Yelverton Village Park Lottery were Mrs J Walls who won 70, P Newnham, 50, M Pike, 30, Mr and Mrs Clarke, 25, Mrs L Brimacombe, 20, and Mrs R Gozzard, who won 10. New subscribers are always welcome, contact Sarah Watt on TT/ECT/PT TIMES, JANUARY 10, Laure Bury in her Mary Tavy studio Many of the children at the school walk up to four hours a day to attend There the Tars will exhort those present to sing various wassailing songs, with much shouting and banging of drums and cans to frighten away evil spirits. This will be followed by hanging of toast to attract the insect loving birds and the pouring of cider around the trees. The evening then continues in the hall with music and dancing with drinks and pasties. Entry is by ticket only from Margaret s Hairdressers on Any profits will be donated to Devon Air Ambulance. Roadmap to Apartheid TAVISTOCK United Reformed Church is hosting a film evening on January 22, showing the film Roadmap to Apartheid. The film is an award winning documentary which draws on the history of apartheid in South Africa and compares it with the situation in the Holy Land today. The film starts at 7.30pm at the church in Russell Street. Admission is free but a suggested donation of 4 will cover costs. At Homelife Carers we pride ourselves on offering a local, friendly service didicated to providing you with the quality, professional Personal Care service you truly deserve in the comfort of your own home. Our services are available 24 hours, 7 days a week to a wide range of people throughout the community. Whatever your care needs, call us today so we can help you or your loved ones continue to enjoy the comforts of that all important place, home. Tel: Stannary Court, Okehampton, Devon. EX20 1QF Regulated by the Care Quality Commission Time running out for applications THE next TaVi Network Open Forum will take place on Monday, January 14 at 7.30pm in the Rundle Room at Tavistock Town Hall. The TaVi Network board has received a number of requests from borough, town and parish councillors that the topic for the Open Forum should be a discussion of potential projects for application for funding from the West Devon Town and Parish (TAP) Fund. This fund is jointly funded by Devon County Council and West Devon Borough Council, is available up to March 31 and amounted initially to 28, Time to make applications to this fund is fast running out and to date only one bid has been approved the last chance of approval of project bids is likely to be on or very soon after February 28. Bids have to come from a combination of town and/or parish councils. TaVi Network invites people to get together to move some projects forward before it is too late. Representatives of the local authorities, the business community, community groups and individuals are warmly invited to attend. A spokesman for TaVi said: It is hoped the local community will grasp this opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas to put some projects together to take advantage of this unique funding opportunity. For information go to Baptism reminder TAVISTOCK Parish Church is beginning the new year with a special family service this coming Sunday, in which water will be sprinkled about. Arranged for the day on which the worldwide church remembers the baptism of Jesus, the service will be a celebration of parishioners own baptisms. Consisting of songs, readings and prayers, the service of about half an hour will finish round the font, when the priest-in-charge, the Rev Michael Brierley, will lightly splash those attending as a reminder of their baptism. Parishioners will then be welcome to stay for refreshments in the church. Mr Brierley said, This service is a wonderful opportunity to begin the year by realigning ourselves on the track we wish to be on. 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6 6 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 TT/ECT/PT Multimedia quiz in aid of ex-services charity THE team behind one of the biggest quiz nights ever staged in Tavistock are at it again, all to raise money for wounded servicemen this weekend. Hallam Riggs, Hannah Rowlands and Richard Wright organised a multimedia quiz of the year in the Ordulph Arms and Terrace Restaurant at the end of 2011 to raise money for teenager Alex Phipps, a sufferer of Emanuel Syndrome. Around 140 people attended the quiz, and their efforts raised around 1,000 towards the appeal to raise 14,000 to go to a new wheelchair for Alex. The trio are now organising a multimedia mega quiz on Sunday January 13, this time to raise money for BLESMA the British Limbless Ex-Service Men s Association. The charity has been chosen by the pub landlord Andy Coad, as the Ordulph and Terrace will again host the event. Organiser Hannah Rowlands said: After the success of last year s quiz, we were asked to organise this quiz to raise money for BLESMA. We had screens and a projector thanks to Richard s technical know-how, and things went very well. We are hoping to get as many people in as possible for this quiz, and raise as much as we can for such a worthwhile charity. Work commitments meant we had to move the quiz from December into January, but we hope people are still in the generous festive spirit and we can raise as much as possible. Landlord Andy Coad said: BLESMA is a very worthwhile charity, and all the servicemen and women are heroes. There should be more public Top prize for super family recognition for servicemen and exmilitary personnel. Hopefully, we can do our small bit for them on Sunday. Entry costs 2 per person with teams of up to six people. On the night there will be a raffle and hot food. Advanced booking is recommended, as space will be limited, although teams will be accepted on the night if possible. Organisers are looking for more raffle prizes. To book in advance, or if you have a raffle prize you can donate, ordulphquiz@hotmail.co. uk or call Whitchurch Ladies Open Group recently presented a cheque for 200 to Dick Spackman of Whitchurch Village Hall Committee. The money is being put towards a new kitchen at the hall. Pictured with Mr Spackman are chairlady Maxine Gibson, secretary Sheila Sleeman and treasurer Barbara Gledhill. The cheque was presented at the group s Christmas supper, held at the West Devon Club. Picture by James Bird Application withdrawn AN APPLICATION to build a watersports base at Weir Quay has been withdrawn, following difficulties over a A SOLDIER from Bere Alston has had a Christmas present ever. legal agreement. surprise Christmas present and great start He and Nikki and their three daughters, Weir Quay Community Watersports Hub Club s to 2013 by winning a new car courtesy Megan, May and Macy, who live in Bere project would have seen a boatpark and boatshed, engine of the Devon Freemasons. Alston, are now looking forward to store and associated works built on land adjacent to South Sergeant Jason Griffiths of 29 enjoying family trips out in their new car. Tamar Mine. 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7 TT/ECT/PT TIMES, JANUARY 10, Wedding venue plan at Grenofen site by Jane Honey AN application to create a wedding venue in a West Devon beauty spot has sparked concern from residents and visitors to the area. The owners of Lower Grenofen, situated by the river in the heart of the Walkham Valley, have applied for change of use of their garage and part of the property s curtilage to form a wedding ceremony and reception venue. People living nearby say the site is inappropriate for such a commercial venture. But the applicants say they have worked hard to overcome noise and highway concerns. Objector Ingrid Antliffe, who lives at Grenofen Manor, claimed the venture would damage and be detrimental to an area of outstanding natural beauty and the adjacent site of special scientific interest. She said: The site is 9^h_ijcWi X[ YWhZi YWd hec h[yoyb[z \ [ Z j^[ a[hxi_ Xen not sustainable and despite measures to limit additional traffic there will still be a significant increase in vehicles using the access lane which, being a steep narrow lane bounded by high Devon banks with limited passing places, is totally inadequate to support this. Despite mitigation measures to limit the noise from music it will still affect the wildlife in the immediate vicinity and there will be a wider noise nuisance from the large numbers of people in celebratory mode until the early hours of the morning. Grenofen residents Liz and Jamie Fulton were concerned about limited road access, and the associated significant accident risk posed to riders, walkers, animals and vehicles, the noise and light pollution, the disruption of a natural and idyllic woodland area widely used by local and visiting families. Edward Hopkins, of <RXU UHF\FOLQJ DQG ZDVWH FROOHFWLRQV RYHU &KULVWPDV 1HZ <HDU :HHN EHJLQQLQJ WK -DQ FROOHFWLRQV UXQ RQH GD\ ODWH 1RUPDO FROOHFWLRQV ZLOO UHVXPH 9 ^h_i 0RQGD\ j^_ya XhjcemWid jhyw[[hzi WdZ YWd X[ fbwy[z ek -DQ WK j m_j^ oe kh ]WhZ[d mw ij[ Yebb[Yj_edi 5HF\FOLQJ KHOSOLQH ZZZ ZHVWGHYRQ JRY XN Yelverton, said he was dismayed by the application: The noise created will destroy this peaceful area. The extra traffic generated on the tiny public road will cause chaos for other users with all the marquee lorries, catering vans etc. Many letters of objection have been sent to West Devon Borough Council s planning department, including one from Sustrans, which is concerned about additional traffic in the lane which provides a link to the Drake s Trail cycle route. The application was originally submitted to the council last summer but withdrawn due to noise and highways concerns. Nicola Evans said since then, she and her husband, Dr Stephen Nash, had worked hard to overcome these issues. They have agreed to pay for two extra passing places in the approach lane, and have formulated a green travel plan involving two local taxi companies, who will be employed to bring guests to and from the venue to reduce traffic movements. They have also employed an acoustic engineer to create a new sound system which directs sound downwards noise measurements taken during a field demonstration revealed that the system had solved any problem for neighbouring properties. Ms Evans said the wedding venue was barely visible in the summer, when the trees were in full leaf, and the couple had also created new screening by planting rhododendrons and a laurel hedge. She said the business would be using local traders and providing extra businesses for accommodation providers in the area. The consultation period for the application finishes at 5pm today (Thursday). Oak planted to mark the jubilee AN oak tree has been planted at Warren s Cross on Whitchurch Down to commemorate the Queen s Diamond Jubliee. The tree was planted by Plasterdown Grouped Parish Council last Saturday. Pictured are council chairman Ian Walton, Cllrs Michael Doidge, Elizabeth Cole, Malcolm Ashford, Trudi Lake and Sarah Fielder, Devon County Clly Debo Sellis, Tavistock Town Cllr John Sellis and parishioners. Picture by James Bird New base for city eye infirmary THE Royal Eye Infirmary in Plymouth will move to the new purpose-built facilities at Derriford Hospital this month, with the first operations scheduled for Monday, January 30. As part of plans to develop and enhance the ophthalmology services offered by Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust the Royal Eye Infirmary will be relocating from the current site at Mutley Plain to state-of-the-art, purpose built facilities on level three at Derriford Hospital. 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10 10 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 Welcome rise in number of quitters A MONTH-long national campaign has seen a sharp rise in the number of Devon smokers quitting, early figures have revealed. Indications for the second part of the year, which includes the Stoptober campaign run by NHS Devon and Devon County Council as part of a national quit smoking attempt, show a 15% increase in the number of people stopping smoking. And the increase has been across a wide age range 25% of the increase was for those in the age category Figures also show the increase is more marked in men than women. The campaign included a range of support including a preparation pack, 28-day Quit Calendar and Health and Wealth wheel. Smokers were also given encouragement through a daily messaging service, inspiration from celebrity mentors, and expert advice via social media. In Devon, it is estimated smokers spend nearly 200-million per year on tobacco and the cost to society is million. Cllr Andrea Davis, Devon County Council s lead member for health and wellbeing, and chairman of the Devon Health and Wellbeing Board, said: This is great news and shows that with the right support, people are keen to kick the habit and adopt a healthier lifestyle. As part of our new role in public health, we need to promote opportunities for people to live healthier, longer lives. Smoking is one of the biggest factors that causes ill health, but also has a huge financial impact, not only directly on smokers pockets, but also through the increasing bill to the NHS, and the taxpayer, currently standing at over 2-billion per year nationally. Dr Virginia Pearson, Devon s joint director of public health, said: These early figures show a significant rise in the number of people quitting, and evidence shows us that people who stop smoking for a month are more likely to stop for good. This increase shows that people are keen to change their lifestyle habits with the right incentives, and with the New Year here, now is the perfect time to make plans to quit. Help is at hand, and our stop smoking service offers plenty of support and advice. To find your nearest service in Devon and to get advice, call to speak to a local advisor or stopsmoking.devonpct@n hs.net Opportunity to wassail at the lake A TRADITIONAL evening of wassail and making merry by South West Lakes Trust staff, volunteer Jacky Pearce and the Stone Soup storytellers takes place at Roadford Outdoor + Active Centre on January 18. In the cider-producing counties of the South West and South East of England, wassailing refers to a traditional ceremony that involves singing and drinking the health of trees in the hope that they might better thrive. The purpose of wassailing is to awaken the cider apple trees and to scare away evil spirits to ensure a good harvest. Tickets are 5 per adult and 3 per child. The evening will start from 6.30pm with mulled cider or apple juice and apple cake with a short history of the wassail. This will be followed by singing, stories and a torchlight procession to the ceremony of the wassail with music, more singing and stories, as evil spirits are driven away and the apple trees are toasted. Jacky Pearce said: Wassail is such a fun event and a great excuse to join in with singing and noisemaking. The Stone Soup storytellers are joining us with stories and songs for children and adults alike. Waterproof footwear and warm clothing are advised. Bring torches and noise-making items, such as old pans and wooden spoons. For information or to book call or go to Dr Alice Barkell Alice is now a doctor DR ALICE Barkell BSc (Hons), PhD has successfully defended her structural biology/biochemistry thesis to become a Doctor of Philosophy just before Christmas. Alice attended Lydford Primary School then Okehampton College for both GCSEs and A- levels, the University of Exeter for her honours degree in biological and medicinal chemistry and the University of Leicester for her research comprising structural and functional studies of therapeutically attractive proteins. This was a CASE awarded studentship, which allowed her to gain experience within an industrial setting. During the course of her research, Alice had the chance to present her research at many meetings and conferences, which gave her an opportunity to get out of the lab every so often! As well as playing squash, running and hitting the gym, Alice is now a research associate at the University of Leicester and plans to continue her career in research science. Help is on hand for the victims of abuse THIS year has seen unprecedented media coverage about childhood sexual abuse and as a result, Devon Rape Crisis has seen a big increase in women contacting them for support. For many women who have never told anyone about what happened to them in childhood, the new year represents an opportunity for a new start. Women often hold on to what happened to them for years without telling anyone or seeking support and this can have a big effect on other areas of their lives. Trained volunteers at Rape Crisis are ready to listen and believe and to offer whatever support is needed to help women to cope and recover. Support is available on the phone, by or face to face in ten locations across Devon and Torbay. Devon Rape Crisis would encourage any woman affected by any kind of sexual violence, regardless of how long ago it took place, to contact them for confidential, independent, specialist support by , phone or in person. The helpline number is which is manned Monday, 3pm to 6pm, Wednesday, 10am to 1pm and Friday, 6pm to 9pm. support is available at support@devonrapecrisi s.org.uk Face to face support an be obtained by calling or e m a i l i n g info@devonrapecrisis.o rg.uk Children visit the elderly CHILDREN from Kelly College Preparatory School choir visited St John s Court and Parkwood Court Retirement homes recently to sing carols and popular Christmas songs to the residents. The residents also participated with the singing before sharing mince pies and a chat. These visits proved popular with both the old and young. LET S HAVE SUNDAY LUNCH Sunday Lunch is an Old English Tradition, which may be a cosy meal for two, or a family gathering to catch up with loved ones at the weekend. With a great choice of venues, there are a good selection of food choices to keep those taste-buds happy. Bon Appetit! 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13 1970s Canterbury rock band Caravan appears at The Wharf in Tavistock on Friday, January 18. The line-up includes 1968 founder member Pye Hastings, Geoffrey Richardson, Jan Schelhaas, Jim Leverton and Mark Walker. Special guest Garron Frith. For tickets call the box office on Amazing record attempts on stage EVER wanted to be a Guinness World Record record holder? Well, for the first time ever live on stage, Guinness World Records Totally Bonkers Science is coming to Plymouth Pavilions on Tuesday, February 5. This explosive spectacular will show you the best, the wackiest and the officially amazing attempts and records from around the world. From the producers of Brainiac Live! and Science Museum Live on tour, enter the world of the extraordinary, experience the unexplained and watch with amazement as Guinness World Records HQ fuses together the world of Science to take you on a journey of all the is; Guinness World Records. As well as inviting the audience to participate in genuine live record attempts, the cast of fully trained Guinness World Record adjudicators will be on hand to authenticate and award genuine records on the night should they be broken! Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult. To book tickets contact the box office on or visit Exhaustion and exhilaration on offer at performance workshops A LOCAL theatre company is inviting participants to join in a one-day workshop to hone their performing talents. The Plymouth Gilbert and Sullivan Fellowship is holding a performance skills workshop on Sunday, February 10 between 10am and 5pm at King s School, Hartley Road, Plymouth. Participants will be part of acting, dancing and singing sessions, each led by trained and experienced professional teachers. Dance will be led by Carole Wilson, co-principal of the Dae School of Dance in Plymouth. Helen Haviland, professional singer and teacher, will lead the singing sessions and Richard Arts & Entertainment Top quality jazz The Guinness World Record Totally Bonkers Science Show comes to Plymouth Pavilions next month. Clark, actor and director, formerly a lecturer at South Devon College and now a freelance drama practitioner, will lead the acting sessions. The Fellowship invite all-comers to enjoy an exhausting, exhilarating, eyeopening and min-expanding experience. The cost is 10 to members, 12 to non members. to book, phone or go to the website at and look under news. The next production by the Fellowship will be The Gondoliers, on April 9 to 13 at Devonport Playhouse. Box office or via the website. Vivacious new adaptation COMMISSIONED by the Almeida Festival, and following a very successful run at the Edinburgh Festival 2012, Shakespeare s greatest comedy A Midsummer Night s Dream is set to come alive at Hall for Cornwall. The story is magically retold by one of the most highly recognised, upand-coming, young theatre companies in the UK: Custom/Practice. Performed by a group of highly talented, exciting and culturally diverse actors, this adaptation is a thrilling LONDON-based Italian saxophonist Tommaso Starace continues to make a mark on the European jazz circuit. He has performed and collaborated with many great musicians. For this short South West tour, the quartet features: Tommaso Starace alto and sopra saxophones, Kristian Borring guitar, Will Colliers bass, and Chris Nickolls drums. The performance combines traditional and more contemporary harmony with a strong use of melody and groove and the additional use of odd time signatures. Complex, yet very accessible, this is the highest quality Jazz from a bright new European talent. See Tommaso Starace perform at Brentor Village Hall on February 2 at 8pm. For tickets, telephone This is a Villages in Action performance. The spring programme is now available at tourist information centres and libraries or go to A family classic WESTERN College Players next production, The Railway Children will be staged at the Drum Theatre, Theatre Royal, Plymouth, January 22 to 26. Directed by Gareth Roberts, this fresh new adaptation is based on the huge hit that was staged at Waterloo Station in London. This wonderful Edwardian family classic has never run out of steam and few who have seen the and slickly edited production in which the exceptional performers are transported from a modern, inner-city school detention room to the fantastical world of princes and lovers, forests and fairies making the absolute most of the bard s language. The result is a breathtaking and magical production of Shakespeare s play which underlines his relevance to modern audiences, and which is so incredibly accessible that it truly encourages new fans of classical classic film, based on E Nesbit s novel, will forget the words Daddy! My Daddy! or the emotion they provoke. This is a production with all the humour, tenderness and exhilarations of childhood. Performances at 7.15pm and a Saturday matinee will be at 2.15pm. Tickets are available from the Theatre Royal box office work. A Midsummer Night s Dream is at the Hall from Tuesday, January 15 to Saturday, January 19. Evening performances are 7.30pm and there are matinees at 2.30pm on Thursday and Saturday. Tickets are from 6 to 21, with group discounts available. A 1 theatre fund payment is added to each ticket sold. Call the box office on or book online at uk TIMES, JANUARY 10, COMFORTABLE COACH TOURS British and Continental Holidays This is our 18th season of providing affordable luxury holidays, all picking up in East Cornwall and Tavistock area. Top hotels, great food, good company and daily included excursions. Have a very gentle and comfortable experience with a smooth ride in our 49 seater executive coach. 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COPPER, LEAD, BRASS AND BATTERIES S/H Batteries For Sale Guaranteed until you turn the key Also S/H Tyres T el: Ask for Cliff Call Jo on to book your cars, bikes, vans, boats and caravans in 2013 An exceptional year! by Tom French 2012 WAS an exceptional year for Great Britain, with the Queen s Diamond Jubilee, and the London Olympic and Paralympic Games brightening up the British summer. For one deaf boy from Bridestowe, his own exceptional year has been capped off by the kind fundraising efforts of Okehampton Golf Club. Tom Pearce, 12, attends both the Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education and Okehampton College. He suffers from auditory neuropathy (AN), a form of hearing loss where sound information is not faithfully transmitted to the auditory nerve and brain properly. He was diagnosed as deaf aged two, and at aged seven, doctors fully realised the severity of his deafness, and he was fitted with a cochlear implant. One of Tom s neighbours is John Haley, the outgoing captain of Okehampton Golf Club for Each year, the club captain nominates a charity for the club to support throughout their 12 month stint in the hot seat. John approached Tom s parents Michael and Vanessa at the start of the year, and told them he wanted to support Tom and other deaf children living in the area. Together, they decided that the club could raise money for Plymouth and District Deaf Children s Society. Formed in 1964, PDDCS works to support hearing impaired children and their families by organising events and social activities, and providing a forum for families to talk about all aspects of hearing loss. The group recently took part in a basketball workshop for deaf children with the Plymouth Raiders team before getting to watch a live match. Tom s mother Vanessa said: We are thrilled that John ABOVE: Young Tom Pearce is pictured with his sister Amy, carrying the Olympic flame into Somerset County Cricket Club this summer. chose to support Plymouth and District Deaf Children s Society. He knows our daughters Amy and Holly, and Tom through working with the Phoenix Youth Theatre group, and it was a lovely gesture. The 1,000 raised by the golf club means so much to us. It enables us to do more with families and ensuring both the children and families have activities to do and help to prevent the isolation deafness can cause. The donation to PDDCS is just the latest bit of good news in a wonderful year for Tom. Earlier this year, he carried the Olympic torch through Taunton. He was the youngest deaf torchbearer in the country, and was lucky enough to carry the Olympic flame on stage at Somerset County Cricket Club. Tom was nominated by staff at the Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education for his caring attitude at school towards others at school, particularly helping younger and less able children participate in sporting activities. He was also nominated for his unwavering effort to work in both a mainstream school and a deaf school. He goes to Okehampton College three days a week, and in the upcoming term will try out going four days a week. Sports-mad Tom, who takes part in cross-country running, football, basketball, cycling and tennis among other sports, shared the Olympic experience with his older sister Amy. He was meant to be running with a sign-language interpreter, but they never arrived. Instead, Amy ran with Tom as he carried the torch from the gate of Somerset County Cricket Club around the ground, to the stage. He was also joined by family and friends from the PDDCS, who travelled to Taunton on a minibus to join in the experience. Tom said: I was nervous and excited carrying the torch. It was quite scary when I found out, I couldn t believe it. It was a great day, and I loved it. I really liked the Olympics and the Paralympics. The sailing at the Olympics was good, and the wheelchair rugby was so exciting. Vanessa added: We were so thrilled and honoured when we found out Tom had been nominated by the academy. It was all so very exciting, and an absolutely amazing day. We were all so excited and proud of him. He ended up on the national news, he was interviewed by Remark! Television, a sign language programme, they saw singer Will.i.am on the coach and got his autograph. It was a once in a lifetime thing. We watched Sports Personality of the Year on television when it was on, and there was all the Olympics coverage. We can say forever that Tom was a part of the London Olympics. ABOVE: Pictured with the giant cheque at Okehampton Golf Club during the club s annual dinner is Tom Pearce and his mum, Vanessa Pearce, with outgoing club captain John Haley. The club raised 1,000 for Plymouth Deaf Children s Society. Picture by James Bird Dance event will be bigger and better THE Red Cross is seeking groups of young dancers from Devon to participate in this year s Dance: Make Your Move competition. Primary schools, secondary schools and special schools, colleges, dance groups and youth groups are all invited to get involved and choreograph a dance routine that reflects any aspect of the Red Cross life-saving work in the UK or abroad. Participants must be under 18: junior groups are aged 4 to11 and the senior category is for 12 to 18-year-olds. Regional heats will be held in June, and the national final will be held for the second year running at the IndigO2, part of the O2 centre in London s Docklands. The dance event is set to be bigger and better this year than ever before, with more than 30 performances due to take place at theatres and performing arts centres across the UK between April and July. Dance routines should be between three and eight minutes long, and can use movement, music or costume to reflect the work of the Red Cross in some way. Red Cross fundraiser Kate Bailey said: By taking part in Dance: Make Your Move you could join the 25,000 young performers from across the country who have already come together to do something amazing for charity and celebrate the work of the Red Cross through dance. Since 2006 we have raised 360,000, and this year we hope to raise even more money for vulnerable people in crisis in the UK and overseas. Dance: Make Your Move is dedicated to bringing young people from local communities together and introducing pupils to dance as a medium to overcome cultural, social and physical barriers. The event is open to everyone regardless of their ability. Young performers can enjoy dancing while raising money for the world s largest humanitarian network. Pupils also get the chance to work in their local communities on exciting fundraising activities, while gaining essential life skills through a choice of humanitarian action teaching resources. To find out more information or to register for Dance: Make Your Move, visit nce or call

15 TIMES, JANUARY 10, The Area s Best Property Guide HOMEBUYER Incorporating Residential Property Management and Lettings Station property just the ticket E This Okehampton four-bed bungalow is on the market for 350,000. BIG BUNGALOW A RARE opportunity to buy a spacious detached dormer bungalow in Okehampton is being offered by property agents Mansbridge and Balment. The property was built in the early 1970s by a well respected local builder and occupied by himself for some years after. It is of traditional construction and sits centrally in a large level enclosed plot measuring 100ft x 100ft (30.48m x 30.48m). The extremely spacious accommodation briefly comprises entrance hall; sitting room with bay window; dining room with large feature window giving views over rear garden and towards Dartmoor; a well equipped kitchen/breakfast room with larder; side porch; two ground floor bedrooms and a bathroom. To the first floor are two large bedrooms; a large landing and generous eaves storage. Attached to the property is a double garage with utility area to the rear and cloakroom. On the outside are extensive level enclosed front, side and rear gardens which have been carefully landscaped. A gravelled driveway provides offroad parking for numerous vehicles. Within the grounds is a useful store/workshop and greenhouse. A particular feature are the views towards Dartmoor which can be enjoyed from several rooms and the gardens. The property benefits from full double glazing, electric heating and PVCu fascias, soffits and gutterings. The property is priced at 350,000. For more information call Mansbridge and Balment s Okehampton office on or by ing them on okehampton@mansbridgebalment.co.uk S TAT E a g e n t s Gibbs Kirby are o ff e r i n g an unusual property s t e e p e d i n r a i lwa y history. The original porters' office of the Tav i s t o c k r a i lwa y Station has now been lovingly restored into a two bedroom cottage. I t f e a t u r e s m a ny original features including va u l t e d ceiling to lounge, o r i g i n a l fi r e p l a c e i n downstairs bedroom, gas central heating, enclosed covered rear courtyard and allocated parking. Kitchen/breakfast room: Country style fitted kitchen, granite wo r k s u r fa c e s and upstands, built in oven, g a s h o b, ex t r a c t o r hood, d i s h wa s h e r, w a s h i n g machine/tumble dryer, fridge/freezer, natural stone floor, windows to front and rear elevation. R e c e p t i o n ro o m : Va u l t e d ceiling, windows to front and rear elevation, staircase to first floor. B e d ro o m t wo : Originally the ladies waiting room. Original fireplace, window to f r o n t e l eva t i o n. E n s u i t e b a t h ro o m / w e t room: Cast iron slipper bath, separate shower, wc, wash hand basin, w i n d ow s to rear elevation. First floor gallery landing: Dormer window with stunning views. B e d ro o m one: S ky l i g h t w i n d ow. Ensuite shower room: S h ow e r, wa s h h a n d basin, wc. Outside: Enclosed covered rear courtyard forming part of the original platform. To the front there is a small garden and allocated parking. Communal grounds: Double wo o d e n electric gates and pedestrian side gate giving access to the old r a i lwa y station. Communal d r ive, gardens to the front With many original features is this Tavistock property priced at 310,000 and visitors parking all will form part of the management company which this property will be a shareholder. Vi e w i n g : B y appointment with Gibbs Kirby on Looking for somewhere a little larger? Your No1 property website Working in partnership with your local paper At the heart of your community Needing up-dating this Tavistock property is priced at ESTATE AGENTS Bradleys...Page 26 Fulfords...Pages 24, 25 Gibbs Kirby...Pages 18 Godfrey Short...Page 23 Lettings (General)...Page 26 Mansbridge Lettings...Page 23 Mansbridge & Balment...Pages 19, 20, 21 Buying or renting get your search underway with latest homes Two bed semi in town O FFERED for sale with vacant possession and no onward chain is this cottage in Old Exeter Road, Tavistock. The end of terrace two bedroom cottage with later extensions, has been constructed of rendered elevations under a pitch tiled roof. The property occupies an elevated position enjoying some attractive rooftop views across Tavistock, has the benefit of double glazing and a gas fired central heating system. The property would now benefit from a degree of modernisation and updating, including the installation of a kitchen. Outside, the cottage is accessed from the roadside and enjoys use of a private parking space which leads to a single garage and round to the mature front gardens. Available through estate agents Mansbridge and Balment of Tavistock the price is 145,000 with no onward chain. Subscribe to your favourite local paper ON LINE Just a click away For more details call Mansbridge and Balment s Tavistock office on or by ing them on tavistock@mansbridgebalment.co.uk Miller & Son Tavistock...Pages 16 Miller & Son Okehampton...Pages 17 Property to Let Stags...Page 22 SEE PAGES 23 &

16 16 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 RESIDENTIAL SALES NEW NEW BERE ALSTON 195,000 A pleasantly situated three bedroom detached bungalow located within the village of Bere Alston. Additional accommodation comprises L shaped lounge/dining room. kitchen, bathroom, cloakroom. Double glazing and gas fired heating. Outside are easy maintainence gardens and a garage with off road parking. TAVISTOCK 115,000 This attractive and well presented two bedroom maisonette is set centrally within the town and close to all facilities. The accommodation is set on two floors and comprises; kitchen area, living/dining, two double bedrooms, shower room and a loft room. Gas heating and some double glazing. NEW TAVISTOCK 205,000 A well presented four bedroom family home located on the fringes of Tavistock. The property lies within easy reach of the moors. Additional accommodation comprises lounge, kitchen/diner, utility area, family bathroom and ensuite, garden, garage and driveway. TAVISTOCK 139,950 An attractive character cottage situated in the village of Whitchurch with local post office store and convenient access to moorland. The property is well presented offering plenty of character and benefitting modern comforts and comprises two bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen and shower room and courtyard garden. CALLINGTON 265,000 Set within delightful level gardens this well maintained three bedroom detached bungalow is situated within a small cul-de-sac. Offering good sized accommodation comprising three double bedrooms (master en-suite), bathroom,, kitchen/dining room, utility room, lounge,conservatory, gardens attached garage and driveway parking, POSTBRIDGE 265,000 A delightful cottage with a wealth of history, held on a Duchy of Cornwall lease, with many character features and set within grounds of 2.14 acres on the outskirts of the village Comprising three bedrooms, shower room, dining room, sitting room, kitchen, bathroom, Well stocked gardens, vegetable plots, fruit garden, orchard, barn, sheds and green houses, paddock, spectacular moorland views GULWORTHY 159,950 A charming cottage having been fully refurbished internally providing very well presented accommodation throughout. NO ONWARD CHAIN The property has double glazing to most windows and is warmed by oil fired heating to radiators. Outside are gardens to both front and rear and views across the Tamar Valley.. NEW BERE ALSTON 229,950 A very well presented detached bungalow set in well tended gardens with views from the rear over fields and the Tamar Valley. NO FORWARD CHAIN. The generous accommodation comprises a living/dining room, fitted kitchen. utility room, three bedrooms, one with fitted furniture and study off and shower room. Double glazing, gas fired heating, garage and driveway TAVISTOCK 155,000 Set within the heart of this pretty moorland village a modern 3 bedroom house with an open look out over fields at the front. Living/dining room with wood burner, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. Economy 7 heating and double glazing to the majority of windows. Garage, communal gardens. No onward chain. Tavistock Office

17 NEW PRICE NEW PRICE RESIDENTIAL SALES HATHERLEIGH 120,000 Ideally suited as a first home or rental investment property, this well presented two bedroom mid terraced house was completed in This small cul-de-sac development lies in the centre of this historic market town. Accommodation: Hallway, cloakroom, kitchen, sitting/dining room, two bedrooms and bathroom. Benefits include a garden and an allocated parking space. EPC Rating - D OKEHAMPTON 210,000 A well presented older style town house offering a wealth of accommodation and ideally located within easy walking of the town centre. Entrance vestibule, hallway, two receptions, storage room, open plan kitchen/dining room, utility, three bedrooms and bathroom. Accessed from the dining room is a balcony with a river backdrop. Off road parking. EPC Rating - E ST GILES ON THE HEATH Guide Price 695,000 A substantial country house in a delightful rural setting with panoramic views, providing luxury B&B and small Caravan site. Boasting numerous character features and much improved by the current owners, this attractive home has four reception rooms, five bedrooms and an annexe. The grounds of about 2.24 acres include a large agricultural building. EPC Rating - F OKEHAMPTON 112,000 Located within a short walk of the town is this two bedroom, terraced Victorian home offered for sale with NO ONWARD CHAIN. The well presented accommodation comprises: Entrance hall, open plan dual aspect living/dining room, kitchen, two double bedrooms, attic room, re-fitted bathroom and west facing rear courtyard. EPC Rating - D NEW PRICE NEW DOLTON 375,000 A spacious individually designed four bedroom home, situated at the end of the village but still within walking distance of the amenities. Entrance porch, cloakroom, hallway, two receptions, kitchen, utility room, bathroom, four double bedrooms, master bedroom with en-suite shower and dressing room. Integral garage, ample parking and mature grounds. EPC Rating - D BLACK TORRINGTON 219,950 This lovely detached bungalow has been much improved over recent years and is located in a select development within the village. Beautifully presented comprising: Entrance hall with open plan living accommodation including sitting and dining areas with kitchen off, conservatory, three bedrooms, and bathroom. Parking, garage/utility, gardens and rural views. EPC Rating - D OKEHAMPTON 179,950 A period home set on the outskirts of town, offering fantastic far reaching views towards Exmoor and has direct access onto Dartmoor. Entrance hallway, open plan living/dining room, kitchen, utility room and cloakroom. Two double bedrooms and bathroom on the first floor with a second staircase leading up to an attic room/bedroom three. South facing gardens and parking for two cars. EPC Rating - E HATHERLEIGH 166,950 This spacious three bedroom home offers well presented accommodation throughout. Set within easy access to the local facilities. The property boasts living room, kitchen/diner, cloakroom, three bedrooms and bathroom. Pleasant gardens to the front and rear, attached garage and off road parking. NO ONWARD CHAIN. EPC Rating - D NEW NEW PRICE HATHERLEIGH 330,000 Located on the edge of this historic market town is this delightful three/four bedroom cottage, which has been improved and renovated. This adaptable family home with an integral selfcontained annexe has provided income as a holiday let and could be incorporated back into the main house. Parking and garden with distant Dartmoor views. EPC Rating - F HIGHAMPTON 215,000 A two/three bedroom cottage, situated within this popular village with ample parking, secluded gardens, timber workshops and summerhouse. Kitchen/breakfast room, utility, two reception rooms, master bedroom with en-suite bathroom (accessed via a through bedroom, which could easily be partitioned off), a further double bedroom and family bathroom. EPC Rating - E HALWILL 169,950 Situated in the unspoilt village of Halwill accessed via a quiet country lane and surrounded by many footpaths and bridleways. A semi detached home with flexible accommodation: Hall, sitting room, dining room, conservatory with views, kitchen, wc, store room, 2 double bedrooms, further single bedroom and bathroom. Gardens to all 3 sides and parking. EPC Rating - E CHILSWORTHY, NR HOLSWORTHY 499,950 A smallholding with about 8.4 acres and a five bedroom period house with annexe potential, outbuildings and small caravan site. Set in a small hamlet just 1 mile from the market town of Holsworthy, this adaptable home is ideally situated for those with smallholding, equestrian or horticultural interests, set in a pleasant rural location but within easy reach of local facilities. EPC Rating - D NEW PRICE TIMES, JANUARY 10, OKEHAMPTON 164,950 A rare opportunity to purchase a three bedroom end of terrace house in a tucked away location just a short distance from the town centre. The property benefits from 2 reception rooms both with woodburners and has 3 bedrooms with a family bathroom. Outside is an enclosed rear garden laid mainly to mature shrubs with a decked area and fantastic views across the town. EPC Rating - E SAMPFORD COURTENAY 150,000 A Victorian cottage in the grounds of a farm, situated in a very peaceful location with rural views. NO ONWARD CHAIN. Entrance porch, entrance hall, sitting room with wood-burning stove, kitchen/dining room, two bedrooms and bathroom. Outside there are gardens to the front and side and off road parking for several cars. EPC Rating - D OKEHAMPTON 154,950 A well presented modern attached home, situated in a popular development, within close proximity of the town centre. Entrance hall, cloakroom, kitchen, living/dining room, two double bedrooms, single bedroom and family bathroom. The property also benefits from off road parking, garage and enclosed south facing rear garden. EPC Rating - B Okehampton Office HATHERLEIGH 249,950 An extensive and historic attached five bedroom house in the heart of this small market town, which is Grade II Listed. The property s characterful interior retains many features including exposed beamed ceilings, period wood panelling, wide exposed floorboards, open fireplaces and carved bressumer beams. To the rear is a delightful private courtyard garden. EPC Rating - G

18 18 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 Gibbs Kirby Limited Market Road, Tavistock Devon PL19 OBW NEW TAVISTOCK 249,950 Immaculately presented modern town house finished to an impeccable standard situated in an enviable central location in Tavistock. Living/Dining Room, Fitted Kitchen, Two Double Bedrooms (Both En-Suite), Garage, Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating, Two Balconies, No Onward Chain. CULVERHILL, TAVISTOCK 320,000 Period semi detached cottage in a rural setting. Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Four Double Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, Downstairs Cloakroom, PVCu Double Glazing, Oil Fired Central Heating, Double Garage with Studio Room, Gardens. NEW NEW 195,000 Charming detached bungalow in cul-de-sac in the village. Lounge, Kitchen/Diner, Two Double Bedrooms, Shower Room, Garage, Front & Rear Gardens, PVCu Double Glazing and Gas Central Heating. 295,000 Extended, spacious detached house. Dining Room, Lounge, Kitchen, Bathroom, Four Bedrooms, Study, Shower Room, Garage, Parking, Gardens, Countryside Views, Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing. 225,000 Semi detached house within level walking distance of the town centre. Cloaks, Kitchen, Lounge/Dining Room, Three Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing, Garden, Parking. 179,950 First floor apartment in the centre of Tavistock. Living Room, Kitchen, Two Double Bedrooms, Bathroom, Balcony, Video Entry Phone, Lift, Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing, No Onward Chain. TAVISTOCK 172,500 Second floor retirement apartment. Living Room, Kitchen, Two Bedrooms, Bathroom, Double Glazing, Economy 7 Heating, Residents Facilities, Video Entry Phone, Lift, Communal Gardens, Parking. TAVISTOCK 155,000 Duke of Bedford Grade II listed cottage overlooking the canal. Lounge/Dining Room, Kitchen, Bathroom, Two Double Bedrooms, Courtyard and Gardens, Wood Burning Stove, Gas Central Heating. BERE ALSTON 157,500 Extended semi detached home situated within the village. Two Reception Rooms, Kitchen, Utility, Three Bedrooms, Bathroom, Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating, Garage, Garden. ALBASTON, GUNNISLAKE 164,950 Character cottage offering flexible living accommodation. Kitchen/Dining Room, Sitting Room, Hall/Study, Two Bedrooms, Bathroom, Landing/Snug, Lawned Garden, Mostly PVCu Double Glazing.

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20 20 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 WEIR QUAY^ 595,000 A detached 3 bedroom family home nestled in grounds of approx 2 acres with elevated views across the tidal reaches of the River Tamar and the riverside hamlet of Weir Quay approached by a woodland drive with several useful outbuildings including a garage/workshop, further single garage, garden stores and wood stores. The accommodation offered is light and airy with many of the rooms taking advantage of the stunning view and south facing gardens. EPC Rating 53 Band E. _Bere Peninsula SAMPFORD COURTENAY 245,000 YELVERTON^ Guide 359,950 MILTON ABBOT 359,500 OKEHAMPTON 279,000 Charming Period Cottage Grade II Listed Character Features Large Garden & Parking EPC Rating 45 Band E _Okehampton Spacious Family Home Prime Location Three Bedrooms Garage & Car Port EPC Rating 64 Band D _Yelverton Spacious 1930s Bungalow 3 Bedrooms - 1 Ensuite Conservatory Delightful Plot with Views EPC Rating 48 Band E _Tavistock Det. Executive Property 4 Double Bedrooms Bathroom and En Suite Integral Garage & Driveway EPC Rating 69 Band C _Okehampton TAVISTOCK 375,000 ST. ANN S CHAPEL 325,000 OKEHAMPTON 249,950 DOUSLAND 350,000 Detached Residence Versatile Accommodation 4 Bedrooms Approx 0.3 Acre Grounds EPC Rating 63 Band D _Tavistock Detached Family Home 3 Reception Rooms 5 Bedrooms Gardens & Garage EPC Rating 67 Band D _Tavistock Well Maintained Bungalow 3 Bedrooms Quiet Cul de Sac Location Enclosed Garden EPC Rating 65 Band D _Okehampton Detached Family Home 3 Bedrooms 2 Attic Rooms Gardens & Views EPC Rating 62 Band D _Yelverton Devon, Cornwall & London

21 TIMES, JANUARY 10, mansbridge & balment Residential Sales & Lettings CALSTOCK 335,000 Characterful detached barn conversion occupying an attractive level plot in an elevated position on the fringes of this popular Cornish village, enjoying some superb views across open countryside into Devon and Dartmoor beyond and providing comfortable and well presented accommodation. This three/four bedroom property with triple aspect sitting room has been modernised and improved in recent years and combines attractive features including oak doors, ceiling timbers and wooden floorboards together with many modern comforts, whilst outside there is a 26ft detached double garage as well as pleasant gardens with arbour and patio areas. EPC Rating 58 Band D. _Tavistock TAVISTOCK 215,000 EXBOURNE 265,000 LOVATON^ 650,000 TAVISTOCK 167,500 Spacious Family Home No Onward Chain 3 Bedrooms - 1 Ensuite EPC Rating 77 Band C Garage & Enclosed Garden _Tavistock Character Property Period Features 2 Double Bedrooms Enclosed Garden EPC Rating 60 Band D _Okehampton Extended Barn Conversion 4 Bedrooms Extensive Views Approx. 2.5 Acres EPC Rating 74 Band C _Yelverton Duplex Apartment No Onward Chain 2 Bedrooms EPC - to be confirmed Courtyard Garden & Parking _Tavistock WHITCHURCH 279,950 CRAPSTONE 335,000 TAVISTOCK 325,000 BRATTON CLOVELLY 465,000 Modern Family Home 2 Garages & Parking 4 Bedrooms & 2 Receptions EPC Rating 72 Band C Landscaped Gardens _Tavistock Modern Family Home Three Reception Rooms Garage & Parking Gardens EPC Rating 65 Band D _Yelverton Detached Period Home 3 Bedrooms & 2 Receptions Large Garden & Parking Enviable Position with Views EPC Rating 66 Band D _Tavistock Fine Detached Residence Well Tended Gardens Self Contained Annexe EPC Rating 55 Band D Ideal for Dual Occupancy _Okehampton mansbridgebalment.co.uk

22 22 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 stags.co.uk The West Country is Stags Country Beaworthy 27.7 Acres Excellent home-and-income opportunity with character Grade II listed farmhouse, 7 coarse fishing lakes. 2 semi-detached holiday bungalows, 10 caravan pitches with hook-ups, 10 camping pitches, PP for 4 lodges. Pasture and mature woodland in a beautiful setting with views to Dartmoor. Web Find: Web Find: Guide Price 895,000 Holiday Complex Spreyton 1.8 Acres A substantial house (2,800 sq ft) with superb swimming pool/leisure building (2,200sq ft ) set in 1.75 acres. 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 e/s), 3 reception rooms, study, kitchen/breakfast room and utility. Garaging, outbuildings and gardens. Further land available up to 22 acres. Web Find: Web Find: Guide Price 750,000 Exeter Office Hatherleigh 7.5 Acres Detached thatched 4 bedroom period farmhouse in stunning rural setting. Superb location with no near neighbours, delightful rural aspect. Paddocks and woodland. Quarter mile of single and double bank fishing on River Lew. Large barn with potential. Web Find: Guide Price 595,000 Okehampton Office Yeoford An appealing 4 bedroom detached residence located above a quiet rural valley. The house is set within its own grounds of just under 6 acres with extensive outbuildings, orchard and formal gardens. The land is divided into 4 paddocks with the lower field sloping down to a wooded area with an attractive river frontage. Web Find: Guide Price 595,000 Okehampton Office North Tawton Spacious thatched former farmhouse with self contained cottage, good sized gardens and detached barn. Character former farmhouse, versatile 4/5 bed accommodation, attached self contained cottage. Good sized gardens. Parking. Detached stone and cob barn. Rural views. Web Find: Guide Price 575,000 Okehampton Office Zeal Monachorum 1.8 Acres Exceptionally spacious detached residence in village edge location with fine rural views. Three reception rooms, kitchen, 5 bedrooms (4 en-suite), utility room, double garage. Large gardens & delightful meadow. Web Find: Guide Price 495,000 Okehampton Office Jacobstowe Delightful extended semi detached cottage with gardens and paddock approximately 5 acres. Kitchen, 3 reception rooms, 3 first floor bedrooms. Large gardens, level pasture paddock, carport and parking. Fine views towards Dartmoor, double glazing, oil fired central heating. Web Find: Guide Price 399,950 Okehampton Office South Zeal A substantial four bedroom detached family home situated within the popular Dartmoor village of South Zeal. Sitting room, kitchen, dining area, utility room, wc, 4 bedrooms (1 en suite) family bathroom. Garage, ample parking, mature gardens. Web Find: Guide Price 369,950 Okehampton Office Broadwoodwidger Substantial family house in a favoured location with wonderful rural views. 4 bedrooms (2 en-suite), sitting room, kitchen/diner, utility room. Integral garage and additional car port. Low maintenance garden. Web Find: Guide Price 369,950 Launceston Office Throwleigh Detached bungalow with delightful gardens and moorland views on the fringes of this popular Dartmoor village. Living room, dining room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, wetroom & cloakroom. Delightful garden, garage. Propane gas central heating, full UPVC double glazing. Web Find: Guide Price 350,000 Okehampton Office Broadwoodwidger Beautifully presented country residence with stunning rural views. 3 Bedrooms, bathroom, cloakroom, lounge, 16ft kitchen/breakfast room. Landscaped gardens with pond and detached garage. Web Find: Guide Price 210,000 Launceston Office Hatherleigh Three superb new detached houses. Excellent modern specifications with rainwater harvesting, underfloor heating and ecological air source heat pump. Plot 1: 5 Bedrooms Detached House 259,950 Plot 2: 3 Bedroom Detached House 179,950. Plot 3: 4 Bedrooms Detached House 235,000. Web Find: Prices from 179,950 Okehampton Office Cornwall Devon Somerset Dorset London

23 TIMES, JANUARY 10, JUST LISTED OKEHAMPTON NEW PRICE NEW PRICE A detached bungalow with far reaching views to the rear. Entrance hall, living room with dining area, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and bathroom. Garage, off road parking for 3 cars. Rear garden. NO FORWARD CHAIN. OKEHAMPTON 199,500 A rare (8 years since last sale in this cul de sac) opportunity to acquire a detached bungalow in a quiet cul de sac of similar properties. Entrance porch and hall, 2 reception rooms, conservatory, kitchen & utility, 3 bedrooms (master en suite) and bathroom. Garage and parking, private rear garden. 249,950 A well presented, spacious, light and airy modern detached four bedroom house in a quiet residential cul de sac with garage, off road parking, front & rear gardens. Internally the accommodation briefly comprises; entrance hall, cloakroom, lounge, family kitchen/dining room, conservatory, utility, master bedroom with en-suite shower room, two further double bedrooms, single bedroom & family bathroom. The whole benefits from double glazing and gas central heating. OKEHAMPTON 259,950 NORTHLEW NORTHLEW OKEHAMPTON Motivated seller, price reduced by 20,000 for swift sale. Call us now to view on This detached village home offers flexible living and potential to extend further to suit additional needs. The accommodation comprises of entrance porch and entrance hall with storage and cloakroom, living room with woodburner, dining room and kitchen/ breakfast room, additionally on the ground floor there is a further room which can be used as bedroom 3, study or hobby room. There are two double bedrooms (with the master offering potential for en suite) and a family bathroom. To the front of the property there is a detached double garage and off road parking for a number of vehicles. The gardens are a real asset to the property and have been landscaped to offer a variety of areas. There are lawned areas, pond and wild pond, vegetable and soft fruit area, mature flower and shrubbery beds and patio area to the rear of the property. Sampford Courtenay 267,950 A Well Presented & Quality Detached Character Cottage in Quiet Village Location & with Scope for Dual Occupancy. Entrance Porch, living Room, dining room, kitchen, 4 bedrooms, family bathroom & en suite to master bedroom, 2 cloakrooms, boot room/utility room, gardens, garage/workshop. 299,950 This semi detached chalet style bungalow is set within a cul de sac of similar properties. There is an entrance porch and hall, lounge, refurbished kitchen, wet room, 2 bedrooms & a dining room. There is a generous master bedroom with en suite bathroom & walk in wardrobe/storage. There is a car port offering under cover parking, workshop with power & light fitted & an enclosed & private courtyard to the rear. 174,950 An End Terrace Period House Within Walking Distance Of Town Centre With Courtyard Garden/Off Road Parking & Covered Store. Conservatory, Living Room, Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms. Gas Central Heating & Part Double Glazed. 130,000 HORRABRIDGE 4 Bedroom House Comprising Sitting Room With Woodburner, Dining Room, Kitchen, Utility Room, Bathroom, 3rd Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom, 4th Bedroom, Games Room, Master Bedroom With En-Suite, GCH, PVCu DG, Garage, Parking & Gardens. The Property Also Benefits From A 1 Bedroom Annexe With Kitchen, Sitting Room, Master Bedroom & Bathroom. CT Band D. Av. 11/01/13 For 6 Mths & Ongoing. No Smokers/HB. Pets AD. M&B Residential Lettings PCM SHAUGH PRIOR 4 Bedroom Barn Conversion Comprising Conservatory/Dining Room, Study/Snug Area, Kitchen/Diner With Range Cooker, Lounge With Woodburner, Bedroom 4, Bathroom, Utility Room, Double Bedroom, Master Bedroom With Juliette Balcony, Bedroom 2 With En-Suite. The Property Also Benefits From OFCH, Garden & Driveway With Plenty Of Parking. CT Band E. Av. 05/01/13 For 6 Mths & Ongoing. No Smokers/HB. Pets AD. M&B Residential Lettings PCM TAVISTOCK 4 Bedroom Town House Comprising Downstairs W.C, Kitchen With Appliances, Utility Room With Washing Machine, Lounge With Electric Fire & Balcony, Master Bedroom & En- Suite Shower Room, 2nd Double Bedroom, Family Bathroom, 3rd Double Bedroom & 4th Double Bedroom. The Property Also Benefits From GCH, PVCu DG, Front & Rear Gardens & A Garage. CT Band D. Av. 21/01/13 For 6 Mths & Ongoing. No Pets/Smokers/HB. M&B Residential Lettings PCM BUCKLAND MONACHORUM 925 PCM 3 Bedroom House Comprising Entrance Hallway, Dining Room With Electric Fire, Lounge With Open Fire, Kitchen With Gas Hob, Family Bathroom With Bath & Shower Attachment, 3rd Double Bedroom, 2nd Double Bedroom, Master Bedroom With Feature Fireplace, GCH & A Rear Court Yard. The Property Also Benefits From Front & Rear Gardens, Secret Garden & Parking. CT Band C. Av. Now For 6 Mths & Ongoing. No Pets/Smokers/HB M&B Residential Lettings WHITCHURCH,TAVISTOCK 3 Bedroom Dormer Bungalow In A Prestigious Area Of Tavistock Comprising 2nd Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom, Family Bathroom With Shower, Kitchen/Diner With Appliances, Lounge With Feature Fireplace, Master Attic Bedroom, Electric Storage Heating & PVCu DG.The Property Also Benefits From Private Drive, Parking For 2 Cars & Front & Rear Gardens. CT Band D. Av. Now For 6 Mths & Ongoing. No Pets/Smokers/HB M&B Residential Lettings PCM TAVISTOCK 3 Bedroom Family Home Comprising Downstairs W.C, Kitchen With Built In Appliances, Lounge/Diner, 2nd Double Bedroom With Built In Wardrobes, Family Bathroom With Shower, 3rd Bedroom/Study, Master Bedroom & En-Suite Shower Room, GCH & PVCu DG. The Property Also Benefits From A Rear Enclosed Garden & Garage With Driveway. CT Band C. Av. 01/02/13 For 6 Mths & Ongoing. No Pets/Smokers/HB M&B Residential Lettings pcm TAVISTOCK 2 Bedroom Cottage Comprising Entrance Hallway, Lounge With Feature Fireplace, Kitchen/Diner With Integrated Appliances, Family Bathroom With Separate Shower Cubicle, Master Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom With Built-in Wardrobes & GCH. The Property Also Benefits From Rear Gardens With Views Across Tavistock. CT Band B. Av. 01/01/13 For 6 Mths & Ongoing. No Smokers/HB/Pets A.D. M&B Residential Lettings BERE ALSTON DERRIFORD KINGSBRIDGE LAUNCESTON OKEHAMPTON PLYMOUTH CITY ROBOROUGH TAVISTOCK TORPOINT YELVERTON PCM BERE ALSTON 575 PCM 2 Bedroom Bungalow Comprising Entrance Porch, Entrance Hallway, Master Bedroom With Fitted Wardrobes, Lounge With Gas Fire, 2nd Double Bedroom, Shower Room, Kitchen/Diner With Electric Cooker & Fridge/Freezer, Conservatory With Washing Machine. The Property Also Benefits From GCH, PVCu Double Glazing, Driveway, Garage & Gardens. Av. Now For 6 Mths & Ongoing. CT Band B. No Pets/Smokers/HB. M&B Residential Lettings

24 24 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 Callington Callington Bere Alston Horrabridge Delaware 599, , , , ,000 Three to Five Bedrooms Breakfast Room/Dining Hall Conservatory/Parking/Paddocks Tavistock Branch: Four Double Bedrooms Open Plan Reception/Lounge Study/Kitchen/Utility Tavistock Branch: Four Bedrooms Living/Kitchen/breakfast River Frontage and Jetty Tavistock Branch: Four Bedrooms Reception/Dining/Kitchen Double Garage and Gardens Tavistock Branch: Four Bedroom Detached House Kitchen/Dining/Lounge/Play Room Integral Garage/Garden/Log Cabin Tavistock Branch: Gunnislake Calstock Tavistock Yelverton Tavistock 330, , , , ,000 Three/Four Bedrooms Potential Annex Stable Yard/Garden Tavistock Branch: Three Bedrooms Lounge/Kitchen/Utility Garage and Workshop Tavistock Branch: Four Bedrooms Kitchen/Breakfast/Utility Room Gardens/Drive/Garage Tavistock Branch: Three Bedrooms Lounge/Dining/Kitchen Views/Gardens/Garage Tavistock Branch: Four Bedrooms Dining/Kitchen/Utility Conservatory/Utility/Gardens Tavistock Branch: Horrabridge Gunnislake Tavistock Bere Alston Tavistock 250, , , , ,000 Two/Three Bedrooms Living/Kitchen/Workshop Garden/Summer House/Parking Tavistock Branch: Four/Five Bedrooms Lounge/Dining/Breakfast Room Garden and Parking Tavistock Branch: Three Bedrooms Lounge/Kitchen/Diner Garden Room/Parking/Garden Tavistock Branch: Three Bedroom Kitchen/Breakfast/Dining/Lounge Parking and Gardens Tavistock Branch: Two Bedrooms Kitchen/Lounge/Utility Garden/Sun Deck/Parking Tavistock Branch: Bere Alston Tavistock Gunnislake Abbey Rise Callington 175, , , ,000 66,500 Three Bedrooms Lounge/Kitchen/Dining Garage and Gardens Tavistock Branch: Two Bedrooms Lounge/Dining/Kitchen/Utility Porch/Courtyead/Garden Tavistock Branch: Three/ Four Bedrooms Play Room/Study/Utility Parking and Garden Tavistock Branch: Double Bedroom Warden/ Communal Lounge Guest Suite/Laundry/Parking Tavistock Branch: Two Bedrooms Kitchen/Lounge/Dining Gardens and Parking Tavistock Branch: fulfords.co.uk

25 TIMES, JANUARY 10, Okehampton Okehampton Chagford Northlew Northlew 225, , , , ,000 Peacefull Cul-de-sac Location Gardens to Front and Rear Driveway/Off Road Parking Oakhampton Branch: Three Bedroom House Bathroom and En-suite Dining/Living Room Oakhampton Branch: Character Three Bedroom Cottage Remaining Origional Features Sought After Village Location Oakhampton Branch: Two Bedrooms Conservatory Rear Garden Oakhampton Branch: Three Bedrooms Kitchen/Utility Room Gardens and Garage Oakhampton Branch: Sampford Courtenay Winkleigh Chagford Winkleigh Okehampton 325, , , , ,500 Four Bedrooms Breakfast Room/Living Room Garden and Garage Oakhampton Branch: Four Bedrooms Studio/Study Gardens and Parking Oakhampton Branch: Two Bedrooms Period Property En-suite Shower Room Desirable National Park Location Oakhampton Branch: Countryside Views Three/Four Bedroom House Set Within Its Own Grounds Oakhampton Branch: Three Bedrooms Living Room/Conservatory Gardens and Garage Oakhampton Branch: Hatherleigh North Tawton Winkleigh Hatherleigh Cheriton Bishop 295, , , , ,000 Four Bedrooms Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Area Sun Lounge and Gardens Oakhampton Branch: Two Bedrooms Kitchen/Breakfast Room Private Rear Garden Oakhampton Branch: Two Bedrooms Lounge/Dining Area Gardens andsun Room Oakhampton Branch: Two Bedrooms Kitchen/Dining Room Rear Garden/ Garage Oakhampton Branch: Three Bedrooms Breakfast Room/Kitchen/Dining Conservatory/Rear Garden Oakhampton Branch: Bow Beaworthy Okehampton Beaworthy Broadwoodwidger 260, , , , ,000 Residential Cul-de-sac Location Kitchen/Dining/Conservatory Integral Garage and Garden Oakhampton Branch: Open Plan Living/Dining Room Kitchen/Breakfast Room Garage and Garden Oakhampton Branch: Four Bedrooms Kitchen/Breakfast Room/Kitchen Double Garage/ Utility Oakhampton Branch: Four Bedrooms Kitchen/Dining/Utility/Lounge Front and Rear Gardens Oakhampton Branch: Three Bedrooms Lounge/Kitchen/Diner Conservatory/Yard/Garden/Barn Oakhampton Branch: fulfords.co.uk

26 TIMES 26 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 PROPERTY TO LET For Advertising and Editorial Tel Lyn on LETTINGS FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION TAVISTOCK Attractively presented is this first floor 2 bedroom flat offering gas centrally heated and double glazed accomm briefly comprising; Kitchen with electric oven & hob, lounge/diner, 2 beds and bathroom with shower. Close to the Whitchurch Inn and benefit of off road parking for 1 car. No children/pets/smokers/sharers. Available now. 490 PCM At The Bedford Hotel, Tavistock on Friday, 1st February 2013 at 3.00 pm (unless sold prior) 77 Upland Drive, Derriford, Plymouth PL6 6BE Tel: See our advert on page 23 MILTON COMBE A charming period cottage set in the heart of the village with a wealth of character and charm. Entrance Lobby/Kitchen; Living/Dining room; Bathroom; Bedroom; Sleeping Platform; Gardens; Oil fired Central Heating. Cats considered. 500 OKEHAMPTON An end of terrace 3 bedroom home in a quiet cul de sac location. The property is nicely presented throughout, with accommodation comprising: Entrance hall, open plan living/dining room, kitchen, cloakroom, 2 double bedrooms and a large single bedroom, bathroom, brick built storage, gardens to front and rear. Available mid December One cat considered. ROCK PARK, TAVISTOCK. Large dilapidated town house standing in a good size, elevated plot with much potential for renovation or conversion for other use, subject to the necessary consents. GUIDE: 75,000 Ref: LAND AT MILE STRAIGHT, TAVISTOCK. A single enclosure of 10.8 acres of productive pasture land in convenient rural location suitable for grazing or equestrian purposes. Mains water and good road access. POA Ref: STATION ROAD, BERE ALSTON. Two character cottages in need of refurbishment, offering much potential with large garden and views. GUIDE: 135,000 LAND AT HARTSHOLE, TAVISTOCK. Block of good productive pasture land in convenient location suitable for grazing or equestrian purposes. In all about acres (8.47 hectares). POA Ref: Ref: LAND AT COLLYTOWN, BERE ALSTON. Good pasture land available as a whole or 3 lots. Suitable for Agriculture & Equestrian purposes totalling 22.5 acres. POA Ref: GB 525 OKEHAMPTON This deceptive 3 bedroom mid terraced home enjoys South facing uninterrupted Dartmoor views from the rear comprising Entrance hallway, cloakroom, sitting/dining room, kitchen, two double bedrooms, single bedroom and family bathroom. The property has the benefit of easy maintainable front and rear gardens with the rear offering a sunny aspect, pedestrian rear access to garden. D/g and mains gas c/h. 575 Property Management and Lettings OKEHAMPTON A three bedroom detached character bungalow situated in an established road close to Okehampton's town centre comprising kitchen/breakfast room, lounge, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. The property has a garden and gas central heating. Available now for 6 months ongoing. Pets/Housing Benefit considered. 600 PCM Your unique local Residential Property Management & Letting Specialist Please visit our website or contact us for a full professional service for both Landlords and Tenants LAMERTON Attached period cottage in village setting with mature, established garden. Two Reception Rooms; Kitchen, Family Room/Bedroom 3 on the ground floor; Master Bedroom suite with dressing Room and ensuite bathroom and wet room; Further Double Bedroom and family bathroom, Garage with Storage over; c/htg 925 PCM Let us help you to let! Tavistock (01822) Yelverton (01822) Tel (01822) Please contact the Team on for more information. The West Country s Largest Independent Estate Agent Okehampton: THORNDON CROSS 295,000 SHEBBEAR 240,000 NORTHLEW 159,950 OKEHAMPTON 265,000 EW N This spacious 4 bedroom detached family home is located in a quiet rural hamlet on the outskirts of Okehampton. The property benefits from a large garden and extensive land amounting to hectares, together with a variety of outbuildings and double integral garage. This Grade II listed semi detached cottage is full of character and situated in the popular village of Shebbear. In addition to the two bedrooms the property comprises of a 21 lounge, modern fitted bathroom suite, gallery, fitted kitchen and enclosed garden. A character cottage believed to have once been a tailors shop. The property is offered in good internal order with double glazing and some exposed woodwork and offers three bedroom accommodation arranged over two floors. It has no outside space but has commonly parked to the front. NO CHAIN Spacious, 4 bedroom, 2 reception room, detached property, located on a residential cul-de-sac development towards the east side of town, yet within a quarter mile of the town centre. The property offers well laid out accommodation arranged over two floors with rear garden and integral garage. Okehampton Okehampton Okehampton Okehampton OKEHAMPTON 325,000 OKEHAMPTON Guide Price 209,995 CHAGFORD 469,995 Home and business combination. This substantial 4 bed, 3 reception detached property located close to town. Off road parking,workshop/store, Office, Viewing highly recommended. Character four bedroom house situated only a few hundred yards from the town centre. The property offers scope to work from home or to convert the lower ground floor area into an annexe or flat subject to building control. Internally it has been improved to offer comfortable character accommodation. A detached 3 bedroom property presented to a very high standard with electronic entrance gates and entry phone, 18 acres of communal gardens with streams and a waterfall. Further private garden, family bathroom with further en suite facility and beautiful balcony views over farmland to Dartmoor. Okehampton Okehampton Okehampton

27 TIMES, JANUARY 10, HOLIDA YS 2013 GATWICK B&B AND AIRPORT PARKING AT REASONABLE RATES Tel: Breda or Tony on ABOVE: Natalie Pidgeon from Tavistock, who is studying gamekeeping. Lots to think about at information day FLYING FROM GATWICK Oakhurst B&B ABOVE: Samantha Sleep from Tavistock is pictured on the farm at Stoke Climsland. 3 mins Gatwick. Parking and Transfer. Full English Breakfast Double or Twin En-suite 70 per room Tel: DUCHY College Stoke Climsland will be holding the first information morning of the year on Saturday, January 12, between 10am and noon at its campus. The event will give potential students of all ages the opportunity to take a tour of the facilities, meet staff and current students and find out more about the college s specialist courses. Duchy College offers full and part-time courses in agriculture, animal management, business, countryside, gamekeeping, horticulture, land-based engineering and construction plant, early year and playwork, forest school, equine, food manufacturing, outdoor pursuits, public services, sport and skills for life. Natalie Pidgeon from Tavistock studied gamekeeping. Natalie said: My dad s a gamekeeper and the gamekeeping and wildlife management diploma involved everything he was doing so I can help him whilst learning. At college we rear all kinds of game and take part in activities like welding and tractor driving. Everyone gets involved, you share your experiences and I ve learnt a lot. Samantha Sleep from Tavistock studied the agriculture extended diploma at Stoke Climsland. She added: I d heard loads of good things about Duchy College and that the course was really good. I want to have my own farm so I want to learn as much as I can. As well as learning in the classroom we work on the tractors, or with the calves and sheep; we do all sorts. Duchy College head Andrew Counsell said: The new year is a perfect time to think about returning to education or future career options. At Duchy College we pride ourselves on providing an excellent range of specialist courses that give our learners the best footing to pursue further study, get on the career ladder or improve their employment prospects. For more about the information mornings, which are held throughout the year, or to find out more about the courses available at Duchy College, call or go to Book for 3 or more weeks and receive a 10% discount Call Jo oke.advertising@ tindlenews.co.uk HOLIDAY COTTAGES Sennen Cove Lands End Tel Would you benefit from being seen in this feature on a regular basis but cannot afford it? Be seen throughout the year from as little as 5.29 per week! For more details contact Jo on Tel No or oke.advertising@tindlenews.co.uk CHERISH THE MOMENT! ABOVE and RIGHT: Pupils from Kelly College Prep School are pictured in costume for their end of term Christmas review matinee. Pictures by James Bird To preserve that special moment, photographs taken by Times photographer James Bird can be purchased from our offices at: Tavistock Times Gazette, Tindle House, 14 Brook Street, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 OHE - tel Okehampton Times, 8 East Street, Okehampton - tel Costs from 2nd April 2012: 8 x6 now 6; 10 x8 now 12

28 28 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 TT/ECT/PT THOSE WERE THE DAYS... The Times is grateful to Godfrey Perkins for supplying this photograph, taken in the mid 1970s and showing Bank Square and Market Street in Tavistock. Award will recognise farm diversification AN annual award scheme, which has promoted the teaching of traditional trades and skills in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, has been revamped for The Duke of Cornwall s Award will now be for farm business diversification and will be presented at the Royal Cornwall Show in June. The award will be made to the farm business that is judged to have most successfully diversified its enterprise. The organisers are now seeking nominations. There have been seven recipients of the award in its previous form from a thatcher to a shipwright and from Cornish hedging to baking. Now farmers running businesses from the land or buildings on their farm are in the spotlight. Young people and their employment are still very much part of the award, but it was felt the criteria should be widened to reflect the need for innovation and diversification in the rural economy. The judging panel will be looking at a wide variety of issues, including commercial viability and sustainability, creativity, contribution to the local economy, employment opportunities in particular for young people and community benefit. Bed and breakfasts and holiday cottage enterprises are not eligible for this award. Entries are invited from all sizes of business. An application form is available from info@royalcornwall.co. uk or call DARTMOOR FIRING Date OKEHAMPTON WILLSWORTHY MERRIVALE Sat 12 Jan 13 NIL NIL NIL Sun 13 Jan 13 NIL NIL NIL Mon 14 Jan 13 NIL DAY NIL Tue 15 Jan 13 NIL NIL DAY & NIGHT Wed 16 Jan 13 NIL NIL DAY & NIGHT Thu 17 Jan 13 NIL NIL DAY & NIGHT Fri 18 Jan 13 NIL NIL DAY Sat 19 Jan 13 NIL NIL NIL Sun 20 Jan 13 NIL NIL NIL Warning signals, red flags by day and red lamps by night, indicate that live firing is taking place within the range boundaries, which are marked by red and white poles. When warning signals are displayed do not cross the range boundary. If the warning signals are not hoisted by 0900 (Apr - Sep) or 1000 (Oct Mar) no live firing will take place that day and any bangs you hear will be blank cartridges or fireworks. DAY firing is between sunrise and sunset. NIGHT firing is between sunset and sunrise. Flags are lowered as soon as live firing ceases. Further information on the Armed Forces' interests in Dartmoor is available from: Commandant Dartmoor Training Area, Okehampton Camp, Okehampton EX20 1QP, or ainingarea DO NOT TOUCH ANY MILITARY DEBRIS - IT MAY BE DANGEROUS NOTE LOCATION INFORM COMMANDANT OR POLICE Anyone can make a nomination, not for themselves, as long as the nominee is aware of it. The award carries with it a perpetual trophy to be held for the year, and a signed certificate, plus a cash prize of 1,000 from the Duke of Cornwall. Closing date for applications is March 1. Christopher Riddle, secretary of the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association which administers the award, said: There is no doubt that the award in its previous form has been Club report Tavistock Recorded Music Society A GRATIFYING number of members packed the Bedford Hotel s Portrait Room for the society s Christmas festive evening. The entertainment started with a video showing of this year s Funeral report Mr R J Thomas A MEMORIAL service to celebrate the life of Ronald James Thomas, 72, of Harrowbarrow, was held at the village hall, St Dominick. Ron, as he was always known, died peacefully due to cancer at his home. The elder of identical twins, he was born in Streatham, London, to Lilian Maud and Ronald Frank Thomas. He went to Sir Walter St John s Grammar School in Battersea. Motorcycles were one of Ron s passions and led to his meeting Lucy Pook while on a motorcycling holiday in Cornwall. The couple married on Valentine s Day, widely welcomed by all its recipients and that it has helped to raise widespread awareness of the importance of traditional skills and trades to today s economy. This is still recognised in the revamped award, which His Royal Highness feels is now more suitable matched to the needs of those farmbased enterprises which are investing in local people and produce and which are finding markets both close to home and further afield. summer concert from the gardens of the Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Gustavo Dudamel. The music, which was enhanced by the spectacular surroundings and by dancers from the Vienna Ballet, started with Tchaikovsky s popular Polonaise from Eugene Onegin, He left school at 16 to join the Post Office, going on to join Rediffusion Television, London Weekend Television then Thames Television where he started as a sound assistant before being promoted to sound recordist. He worked on many famous television programmes of the 60s, 70s and 80s, including as Magpie, This Is Your Life, Wish You Were Here? and current affairs and news programmes which led him to travel all over the world, including Europe, the USA, Africa and the Middle East. He met many of the famous people of the time, both in and out of television, notably spending a year filming Queen Elizabeth during Tidy group collects 50 bags of litter THE new year started off well for Tidy Tavi s January litterpick 32 volunteers, including Womble the dog, collected 50 bags of litter and a discarded two-man tent. The weather was dry for what was the 15th consecutive litter pick. Jane s team who went from Pixon Lane, Whitchurch Road and back to the skate park, had a surprise when they found hundreds of tetra-pac drink cartons dumped in a field in Down Road. They also found a hoard of glass bottles stuffed into the hedge in Deer Park Lane followed by Moussorgsky s Dance of the Persian Slaves from Kovantschina. Most atmospheric was Debussy s La Mer, with elegant dancing and exotic lighting effects, and The Dance of the Seven Veils from Richard Strauss s Salome continued the drama. The tension lightened with Ponchielli s Dance her 60th birthday celebrations. His career in television was distinguished by two Television Society awards as sound recordist to the News Feature of the Year in both 1974 and Ron and Lucy spent their early life in London before moving to the country to live at Aston C l i n t o n, Buckinghamshire. They returned to Aston Clinton before Ron s retirement in 1993 when they moved to East Cornwall Farm. Ron had many pastimes, always maintaining his interest in history and current affairs, he also enjoyed jazz and classical music, digital photography, gardening, cooking, bird watching and walking. In 2003 Ron and Lucy near to Whitchurch Road. Other teams did the usual routes, including Plymouth Road, BMX Park, bus station, town centre and Market Road. The next litter pick of the Hours and the performance continued to a traditional end with Johann Strauss s Weiner Blut, much appreciated by the vast numbers of Viennese present on the occasion. The conductor then added the equally traditional encore, choosing a Zarzuela in the form of the Intermezzo from La Boda del Luis Alonzo by Jeronimo Jimenez. were amongst the founding members of Callington University of the Third Age (U3A) and Ron led and participated in many activities, including a digital imaging group. He was vice-chairman for several years and instrumental in getting lottery funding to provide Callington U3A with a computer, projection and sound equipment. Ron and Lucy had three children, Royston, Julian and Alun. Ron is survived by Lucy, Roy and Julian, his sons; Christopher, Megan and Charlotte, his grandchildren; and George his twin brother. His son, Alun. as did his parents, predeceased him. The service was led by Roy and Julian, sons; George, brother; June is on Saturday, February 2 from 9.50am to noon (or as long as you like). Meet at the Wharf, litterpickers and tabards provided. Please bring stout gloves. The screening was followed by the appearance of mincepies, courtesy of the Bedford Hotel. After a break, proceedings continued with the raffle, with enough prizes for all-comers, and then an Either/Or Composers quiz set by secretary Chris Hillman, to whom members were also indebted for the loan of the projection Jasper, Siobhan, Benita, nieces; and Jo King, Judy Foweraker, friends as speakers. A celebration of Ron s life followed at Callington Town Hall, led by the Roger Marks Jazz Band. Family mourners: Lucy Thomas, widow; Royston Thomas, son; Phyllis Thomas, daughter-in-law; Julian Thomas, son; Jayne Thomas, daughter-inlaw; Christopher Thomas, grandson; Megan Thomas, Charlotte Thomas, granddaughters; George Thomas, brother; Pat Thomas, sister-in-law; June Jasper, Clive Jasper, Steven Thomas, Francis Thomas, nieces and nephews. Among the general public attending were: Messrs and Mesdames M equipment for the video. The quiz was won by Jean Gribble with 16 points out of a possible eighteen. The evening ended with Pass the Parcel, organised by chairman Paul Lindsay, with those lucky enough to be in a position to unravel the several layers of wrapping paper each rewarded with a CD to keep. White, S Poole, D King, P Rowland, M Farr, P Barnett, M Worden, S Benito, L Pooke, P Foweraker, J Tunnicliffe, D Seward, D Trekner, R Burridge, P Phelps, J Schofield, B Geatches, F Pook, J Jackson, T Walter, Messrs M Thomas, I Piper (rep Mrs J Piper), B Morton, N Piper, A Pook, J Pook, A Pook, B Pook, D Landry, D Jackson, T Woolcock, Mesdames M Thomas, M Elliott, L Metherell, E Piper, L Pook, S Dennis, K Bevan, S Abel, K Greenstock (D Greenstock, and Callington Heritage Centre), Misses A Thomas, O Jasper, G Jasper, H Benson, S Trouton, L Davis. A collection in excess of 500 was raised for MacMillan Support. Cancer

29 TIMES, JANUARY 10, Classified pages your copy for Tavistock and Okehampton to: By Phone 9.00am pm By Visiting - By Post 14 Brook Street, Tavistock 8 East Street, CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DEADLINE 11.00AM TUESDAY Okehampton By Fax: 24 Hour service on PLEASE NOTE :- All non trade advertising under 50 must be prepaid. MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED OKEHAMPTON TOWN CENTRE Room available in shared house from 50 p.w. inc. all bills. Tel Fully Furnished Winter Lets 1 and 2 bedrooms, near Okehampton, flexible terms from 2 weeks to 6 months. Beautiful quiet location NEAR OKEHAMPTON 2 bed cosy thatched cottage, open plan living, recent refurbishment, suit working couple or single. No pets/smoking Please call for details AUCTIONS Tavistock Livestock Centre TUESDAY 5th FEBRUARY 2013 FEBRUARY FAIR SALE OF CATTLE AND SHEEP Sale of Breeding and Store Cattle and Breeding and Store Sheep Anticipated entry of 200 Cattle and 200 Sheep Entries to date include: 21 South Devon x Limo Strs/Hfrs 18-20mo, 20 Char x Strs/Hfrs 6-9mo and 40 Suffolk x Store Lambs Entries now being taken Sale commences at 10am ACCOMMODATION TO LET Milton Abbot, Devon A 3 bedroom end terrace cottage on a traditional rural estate providing extensive views over the Tamar Valley together with comfortable living accommodation and large garden. 660pcm Taunton office t taunton@smithsgore.co.uk smithsgore.co.uk BUNGALOW WITH OPTIONAL HOME CARE AND HOUSING SUPPORT - BERE ALSTON 500 pcm Features: Ground floor level access with off-road parking Suitable for couple or single person New fully equipped kitchen New wet room suitable for disabled access Electric heating and hot water Front and rear gardens Please call (West View Care Home) to make an appointment to view MARY TAVY 2 bedroom, quiet character, detached cottage with good sized garden. GCH. Parking. 640 pcm. Available February pagynn@aol.com TAVISTOCK Well presented spacious, 1 bed ground floor flat. GCH, own entrance. 475 pcm. Deposit & references required TAVISTOCK TOWN CENTRE 1 double bedroom apartment, recently renovated. Balcony and double glazing. Lift and intercom entry TAVISTOCK SINGLE PERSON SELF CONTAINED FLAT Very secluded, central Tavistock. Available now. Rent 75pw. Tel: After 6pm NEWLY REFURBISHED DOUBLE ROOM In large family house. En-suite shower. Quiet private location. Off-street parking. 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30 Animal Welfare Act TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 Classified pages your copy for Tavistock and Okehampton to: By Phone 9.00am pm By Visiting - By Post 14 Brook Street, Tavistock 8 East Street, CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DEADLINE 11.00AM TUESDAY FORTHCOMING EVENTS 11th JANUARY Nicholls Hall, Lydford s 60th Diamond Twelfth Night Ball. In aid of Cancer research UK. 9pm to 1am. Tickets 8 before or 10 on door including finger food, from , Carpet Centre, Fox & Hounds, Castle Inn. Dancing to Crazy Mama, lots of bling, tiaras, etc. 12th JANUARY Gunnislake Village Market in Public Hall, Local produce. Refreshments. Contact: th JANUARY Lewdown Victory Hall, Whist Drive, 8pm 12th JANUARY YWMF Bingo, Meavy Lane. Meat and poultry prizes. All welcome. Eyes down at 7.30pm. Sunday, 13th January TAMAR DOWSERS PRESENT: A Talk by DAVID LOCKWOOD Dowsing and Healing for Optimum Health at North Hill Village Hall (Just off the B3254, about 3 miles north of Upton Cross in East Cornwall) Starting at 2.15pm Entrance 4 to nonmembers including refreshments Tavistock Area Support Services will re-open their books, music and coffee shop on Tuesday 15th January at 9.30am at The Anchorage Centre (next to Tavistock Bus Station) 17th JANUARY Okehampton Ockment Centre, Devonshire Association Talk by Paul Rendell Water from The Moor taking water from Dartmoor Reservoirs, Leats & Rivers, 3.30pm. Free admission. Donations welcome. Details TAVISTOCK UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Russell Street, PL19 8BD presents the film ROADMAP TO APARTHEID Tuesday, 22nd January at 7.30pm Admission free Suggested donation 4 Profits to Medical Aid for Palestine 15th MARCH 4 day luxury spring coach holiday to the Atlantic Coast in Ilfracombe. Dinner, bed & breakfast, daily excursions, entertainment etc. A fabulous start to our 2012 touring season, 179pp. For details of this and many other interesting vacations please call Tony at Comfortable Coach Tours on anytime. MEN FOR ALL SEASONS Ground Maintenance Reliability is our Motto We also provide:- Lawns mowed Weed spraying Soft landscaping Strimming Public Liability Insurance Certified Waste Carriers KINGSLEY BAKER Tel: Mob: HORSE BOX GOOD HAYLAGE AND SMALL BALE HAY DIY LIVERY 6 acres good grazing 2 separate fields 10 mins walk from Tavistock Town Centre LOGS Firewood Cut and split to your requirements. R. 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MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED D&L GARDEN SERVICES Hedges cut, lawns mowed, power washing, drystone walling, fencing, beds cleared, garden clearance, general gardening OAP/WINTER DISCOUNTS Phone Daniel on (01822) Mobile: Fully Insured OAK VALLEY TREE SERVICES Tree felling, hedgelaying, crown reduction, climbing, de-limbing, pruning plus clearing. Wood chipping service. Emergency call out available. NPTC Qualified and Insured. Craig Banbury or Pre-Removal Packing Service Packing of household items prior to your removal Free Quotes All packing materials provided Call Emma on LOCAL BARGAINS UNDER 50 All adverts must be submitted on this coupon We are sorry s/hand-written copy are no longer accepted Maximum of THREE bargains per customer per issue. Free Local Bargains are placed when and as space becomes available, this may not be the week you submit the copy to us. Use the coupon below, write one word in each space provided for one item you re selling for under 50. 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Complete and post coupon to: Tindle House, Tavistock Times Gazette, 14 Brook Street, Tavistock PL19 0HD PETS Animal Magic Grooming Dogs & Cats Ample Parking City & Guilds Qualified Caring service All breeds/sizes welcome Equipped for large/elderly dogs Hydrobath LAMERTON (Tavistock 3 miles) (500m before Carrs Garage) Please call Tom on: / Pier s Sheds and Animal Housing Manufacturers of high quality mobile field shelters, stables, poultry housing and much more Please phone Piers on or Market Street, Hatherleigh, EX20 3JN Qualified Saddle Fitter & Master Saddler / Neue Schule bits, Albion, Jeffries, Nuumed, Dever bridlework In house saddlery & rug wash service Call in at the shop or just give us a ring. Check web site for opening hours Dapper Dogs Professional Grooming Westmoor Veterinary Centre (rear entrance) City & Guilds Qualified BDGA Member Accredited Pet Care Professional Contact Hannah on Hooper s Equestrian. To advertise in Pets Corner Call Kay on PET RANGER PROFESSIONAL ANIMAL CARE (Fully Insured) If you are out for the day, long day at work, away for a while or convalescing, then let Pet Ranger take care of your pets Dog Walking Dog Grooming Pet Sitting We are now an Accredited Petcare Professional This Business is For Sale Contact Denise Horner OKEHAMPTON & DISTRICT CATS PROTECTION CATS LONGING FOR NEW HOMES Lost, abandoned and simply unwanted. We have long hairs, short hairs, in between hairs. Young, middle aged and delightfully elderly. Friendly, shy and the odd grumpy one, they all deserve a home. See some of our cats on or phone us on All cats neutered, vaccinated and chipped before rehoming. CLASSY K9 s Professional friendly dog grooming service Nr Yelverton One to one personal care for every dog. All breeds/cross breeds welcome. Call Paula

31 TIMES, JANUARY 10, Classified pages your copy for Tavistock and Okehampton to: By Phone 9.00am pm By Visiting - By Post 14 Brook Street, Tavistock 8 East Street, CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DEADLINE 11.00AM TUESDAY SKILLED SERVICES SCRAP CARS SCRAP CARS WANTED I COLLECT YOUR CAR PAY YOU CASH ISSUE A CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION. COPPER, LEAD, BRASS AND BATTERIES S/H Batteries For Sale Guaranteed Until You Turn The Key also S/H Tyres Tel: Ask for Cliff PLUMBERS DIRECT BOILERS SERVICED inc. Prompt Call-Out for Boiler Repairs Bursts & Leaks Bathrooms & Kitchens Installed 10 yr Guarantee C9133 Tel Mob plumbersdirect@yahoo.com SKILLED SERVICES FUELSAVE BOILER MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Oil & Gas appliances installed and serviced. Rayburn & AGA conversions. OFTEC REG C3763 Reg: 4176 MARY TAVY (01822) Anthony Pridham Plumbing Fully Insured General Plumber From a Leaking Tap to a Full Bathroom Installation A Friendly and Reliable Service Emergency Call out Available Call Anthony or ELECTRICIAN Domestic, Industrial, Agricultural All electrical installations, repairs and maintenance - Part P Approved For a prompt and professional service call ADS Southwest Ltd Drainage and Groundworks All drainage; water leaks and renewals, foundations & blockwork. 5t and below mini diggers for hire. Septic tanks and soakaways installed. Fully Insured CPCS full certified workforce Tel Mob ROSE ROOFING All types of roofing, specialising in repairs, flat roofs, tiling and slating. Leadwork, pointing, guttering, fascias and soffits. Also moss removal Tel or A1 Electrical City & Guilds Qualified Electrician PAT Testing Re-wires from 1000 No job too small All work guaranteed Tel: ELECTRICIAN Reliable, friendly and helpful service for all your electrical needs Call Peter Part P Approved Solar PV Accredited BOILER MAINTENANCE Sam Allum OFTEC Registered Technician For Servicing, Breakdown and Commissioning of Oil Boilers Call: Mobile: LAMERTON TAVISTOCK GARAGE DOORS (Covering West Devon and East Cornwall) REPAIRS AND SERVICING NEW INSTALLATIONS REMOTE ELECTRIC OPERATORS FOR NEW OR EXISTING DOORS FOR A FREE ESTIMATE FROM A LOCAL FAMILY BUSINESS CALL Dawe Plant Hire Ltd NIGEL DAWE Groundworks Drainage Septic Tanks Wheel Digger and Mini Digger for hire with driver FULLY INSURED For free estimate call Nigel on TAVISTOCK GUTTERING & FASCIA COLIN CLARKE & SON CARPENTER Custom built furniture, wardrobes, doors, locks, sash window repairs, fencing, flooring, etc. Tel Okehampton By Fax: 24 Hour service on JORDAN ROOFING Established over 30 years Slating/tiling/flat roofing and building maintenance Written Quotations FSB Members For a prompt response phone now! Tavistock: WESTCOUNTRY STOVES AND CHIMNEYS Chimneys repaired, relined and re-built. Open fireplaces and surrounds installed. Stoves installed, supply and fit or labour only. Fully experienced and qualified. Call Tim or for free quotation POLYSEAL GRP glassfibre flat roofing Fish Pond Linings - Roof Gardens - Flat Roofs - Roof Valleys - Swimming Pool Linings Wet Rooms - Dormers - Balconies Garages - Rainwater Tanks - Mobile Home Roofing Home Mobile You can now SUBSCRIBE to your favourite local newspaper on-line GARAGE DOOR REPAIRS AND REPLACEMENTS in Okehampton NICOLA MOULE CARPETS All types of carpets and vinyl supplied and fitted the complete home carpet selection service Tel: nicolamoule@cs.com HANDYMAN Multi-Skilled From replacing taps or electric fittings to unblocking sinks or hanging a door. Painting/Decorating CALL DOUG ON City & Guilds Qualified & Insured FLOODING PROBLEMS? Contact LANDDRAINS PLEASE NOTE :- All non trade advertising under 50 must be prepaid. MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED WINDOW CLEANING PAINTER & DECORATOR Interior/Exterior Reasonable Rates Professional Service CALL LEE THE LADY DECORATOR Painting, Papering Minor repairs Reasonable hourly rate Call Lisa TILER Dave Carter Walls & Floors Kitchens & Bathrooms No Job Too Small Tel: sanddcarter@btinternet.com WALKER SERVICES Traditional Carpentry and Joinery Call Malc S & P WINDOW CLEANERS Regular Service to your area Cleaning the traditional way Tavistock GLOWING PANES Window Cleaners Commercial and Domestic A complete low cost window cleaning service. Call Glowing Panes nr Okehampton LOCAL BARGAINS UNDER 50 MEN S MOUNTAIN BIKE Under 100 miles use, kept in garage from new, never used in rain, 50 ono. Tel LADIES RALEIGH TOWN BIKE with mudguards and rear pannier rack, soft saddle and 15 speed gears, 50 ono. Tel SWING GARDEN HAMMOCK Thick comfortable cushions, 40 ono. Large beige carpet piece, approx 12 x12, 10. Tel TWO CHESTS OF DRAWERS 8 each. D20, H34, W36. Tel MEMORY FOAM MATTRESS Almost new, Cumfiflex, 3 x 6 approx. Zipped cover, 50. Tel DUMPY BAG SAND 20. Sealy single bed, 30. Tel TWO CAT CARRIERS 15 each. Two chests of drawers, 10 each. Tel CORDLESS PHONE 4. Stainless tea set, 3. Tel SWING GARDEN HAMMOCK Tel SKI BOOTS Size 61/2. Snowboard boots, size 6, 25 each, v.g.c. Tel MAHOGANY COLOUR WALL UNIT with drinks dept., 6 x 5 11 H, 30 ono., good cond. Tel BEAUTY/THERAPY COUCH Black leather affect, used once, all cased in zipped cover, exc. cond., 50 no offers. Tel LARGE BAG OF CDs All good cond. Various artist s and clubland albums, 20 the lot. No messers. Tel THERAPY COUCH COVER new, white flannelette, standard size, comes with new roll of couch paper, 20 ono. Tel STANDARD LAMP with plain cream shade, excellent condition, 30. Tel / RAISED TOILET SEAT and grab bars, never used, 40. Tel s WORTH OF CARD MAKING KITS, 40. Tel WHEELCHAIR folds for storage, 50 shower mac and bag included. Tel FAN 3FT TALL (electric) with plug, good working order, 12. Tel BIRD CAGE for sale, viewing welcome, 10. Tel LEFT HANDED GOLF CLUBS, 25. Tel STORAGE HEATERS 2.5k and 3.4k. Dimplex cream modern sizes VGC, 25 and 35 buyer collects from Woolwell. Tel TWO ELECTRIC HEATERS Dimplex oil filled model DXLWP400 white VGC 60x52cms floor or wall mounted, 25 each. Tel TALL ADJUSTABLE HALOGEN LIGHT for crafts or reading, 70 new asking 40. Tel TWO-TIER WICKER CAT BED mostly unused (has been sniffed at but never slept in!), 30. Tel DAYLIGHT/CRAFTLIGH T blue GLS 100w bulbs, bayonet or screw, 10 for or 20 for 38. Tel WHEELCHAIR cosy wrap, 10. Tel PORTABLE DVD brand new, 25. Tel TABLE TOP ZANUSSI dishwasher five place setting, 50. Tel FRIDGE/FREEZER Daewoo, frostfree, 300l, in excellent working order, Tel CHEST FREEZER PROLINE 3.7 cubic feet, 30. Tel FRIDGE/FREEZER BEKO, A class, frostfree, 197l, in excellent working order, Tel LADIES DRESS SIZE 10 Coast, Dark Red with sash prom/bridesmaid/special occasion dress, very good condition, 10 ono. Tel BEAUTY COUCH BLACK LEATHER effect used once excellent condition, comes with zipped carry case, 50. No messers please. tel KERNEWEK CHINA various items, teapot, salt pot chicken, milk jug, vase, water can etc daisy print, good condition, 30. Tel LOCAL BARGAINS UNDER 50 Local bargains are FREE to place for items under and will appear subject to space.

32 32 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 West Devon Borough Council ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT SECTION 14 THE COUNTY OF DEVON (TEMPORARY RESTRICTION) (B3260, OKEHAMPTON) ORDER 2013 TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF WEIGHT RESTRICTION NOTICE is hereby given that Devon County Council intends to make the above titled order. From 11 FEBRUARY 2013 for a maximum of 18 months. Anticipated Finish 28 MARCH 2013.Between the hours of 20:00 & 06:00 (overnight). All weight restrictions on the affected roads will be suspended. Roads affected: B3260 (EAST STREET, FORE STREET, WEST STREET, NEW ROAD), OKEHAMPTON. This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable: SUSPENSION OF WEIGHT LIMIT ON DIVERSION ROUTE FOR A30 CLOSURE. For additional information contact: ENTERPRISEMOUCHEL. Telephone: Dated: 3 JANUARY 2013 Lester Willmington, Head of Highways & Traffic Management, Devon Highways, Devon County Council, PO BOX 494, NEWTON ABBOT, TQ12 9GL Ref: TTRO ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT SECTION 14 THE COUNTY OF DEVON (TEMPORARY RESTRICTION) (CHICHACOTT ROAD, OKEHAMPTON) ORDER 2013 TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC & PARKING NOTICE is hereby given that Devon County Council intends to make the above titled order. From 20 FEBRUARY 2013 for a maximum of 18 months. Anticipated Finish 22 FEBRUARY No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed or wait on the sections of Affected Roads except for access to land or premises on or adjacent to those length of roads. Roads affected: CHICHACOTT ROAD, OKEHAMPTON The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - VIA ROAD FROM CREDITON ROAD TO CHICHACOTT CROSS, CREDITON ROAD. This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable: P E R M A N E N T DISCONNECTION OF SUPPLY. For additional information contact: MAY GURNEY LIMITED. Telephone: Dated: 4 JANUARY 2013 Lester Willmington, Head of Highways & Traffic Management, Devon Highways, Devon County Council, PO BOX 494, NEWTON ABBOT, TQ12 9GL Ref: TTRO ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT SECTION 14 THE COUNTY OF DEVON (TEMPORARY RESTRICTION) (CHAPEL STREET, TAVISTOCK) ORDER 2013 TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC & PARKING NOTICE is hereby given that Devon County Council intends to make the above titled order. From 25 FEBRUARY 2013 for a maximum of 18 months. Anticipated Finish 15 MARCH No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed or wait on the sections of Affected Roads except for access to land or premises on or adjacent to those length of roads. Roads affected: CHAPEL STREET, TAVISTOCK The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - VIA FORD STREET, WEST STREET, BEDFORD SQUARE & PLYMOUTH ROAD. This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable: UTILITY WORKS. For additional information contact: WALES & WEST UTILITIES. Telephone: Dated: 4 JANUARY 2013 Lester Willmington, Head of Highways & Traffic Management, Devon Highways, Devon County Council, PO BOX 494, NEWTON ABBOT, TQ12 9GL Ref: TTRO NOTICES COUNCIL TAX DISCOUNT CHANGES The Local Government Finance Act 2012 has given Councils the power to determine further discounts for Council Tax in respect of certain dwellings to be applied from 1st April At the Full Council meeting on 11th December 2012 the Council agreed to make the following changes to Council Tax discounts. These will take effect from 1 April 2013: Properties that are unoccupied but furnished, commonly referred to as second homes (Class A and B of the Council Tax (Prescribed Classes of Dwellings) (England) Regulations 2003), the 10% discount will be set to nil. Properties that are unoccupied and substantially unfurnished (Class C of the Council Tax (Prescribed Classes of Dwellings) (England) Regulations 2003), the discount will be set at 100% for one month only. Properties that are unoccupied and substantially unfurnished which require or are undergoing or has undergone major repair work to render it habitable (Class D of the Council Tax (Prescribed Classes of Dwellings) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2012) will receive a 50% discount for up to a maximum period of 12 months. Properties that are unoccupied and substantially unfurnished that have been continuously empty for more than 2 years will be subject to a premium of 50%. Certain exclusions apply. These are contained with the Council Tax (Prescribed Classes of Dwellings) (England)(Amendment) Regulations For more information visit or telephone Customer Services on ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT SECTION 14 THE COUNTY OF DEVON (TEMPORARY RESTRICTION) (NORTHLEW BRIDGE, NORTHLEW) ORDER 2013 TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC & PARKING NOTICE is hereby given that Devon County Council intends to make the above titled order. On: 28 JANUARY 2013 for a maximum of 18 months. Anticipated Finish 28 JANUARY No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed or wait on the sections of Affected Roads except for access to land or premises on or adjacent to those length of roads. Roads affected: NORTHLEW BRIDGE, NORTHLEW, THE BRIDGE The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - NORTH ROUTE - HOMING DOWN - GRIBBLEFORD BRIDGE - HATHERLEIGH - A HIGHAMPTON - SOUTH CROWDEN - NORTHLEW SOUTH ROUTE - WAYTOWN - HILLTOWN CROSS - A386 - A3079 TO CASTLE CROSS - BOGTOWN - NORTHLEW. This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable: BRIDGE INVESTIGATION WORK. For additional information contact: SOUTH WEST HIGHWAYS (ROCKBEARE). Telephone: Dated: 8 JANUARY 2013 Lester Willmington, Head of Highways & Traffic Management, Devon Highways, Devon County Council, PO BOX 494, NEWTON ABBOT, TQ12 9GL Ref: TTRO ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT SECTION 14 THE COUNTY OF DEVON (TEMPORARY RESTRICTION) (ROAD FROM TRICITY HOUSE TO GRIBBLEFORD BRIDGE, HATHERLEIGH) ORDER 2013 TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC NOTICE is hereby given that Devon County Council has made the above titled order. From 14 JANUARY 2013 for a maximum of 18 months. Anticipated Finish 18 JANUARY No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads except for access to land or premises on or adjacent to those length of roads. Roads affected: ROAD FROM TRICITY HOUSE TO GRIBBLEFORD BRIDGE, HATHERLEIGH The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - HIGHAMPTON - GREENDOWN CROSS - NORTHLEW - GRIBBLEFORD BRIDGE.. This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable: DCC WORKS - PATCHING. For additional information contact: SOUTH WEST HIGHWAYS (TORRINGTON). Telephone: Dated: 7 JANUARY 2013 Lester Willmington, Head of Highways & Traffic Management, Devon Highways, Devon County Council, PO BOX 494, NEWTON ABBOT, TQ12 9GL Ref: TTRO ISABEL PAMELA MAUD DURBIN BARWOOD (Deceased) Pursuant to the Trustee Act 1925 any persons having a claim against or an interest in the Estate of the aforementioned deceased, late of 39 Mill Road Okehampton Devon EX20 1PS, who died on 17/07/2012, are required to send particulars thereof in writing to the undersigned on or before 22/03/2013, after which date the Estate will be distributed having regard only to claims and interests of which they have had notice. THE CO-OPERATIVE LEGAL SERVICES LIMITED Aztec 650 Aztec West Almondsbury Bristol BS32 4SD (Ref: JFA/ P/Barwood)T Subscribe to your favourite local paper on-line Buy us as usual or read us on-line. or WEST DEVON BOROUGH COUNCIL TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2010, ARTICLE 13 and/or Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Regulations 1990 OKEHAMPTON 00001/2013 Punch Taverns Demolition of existing single storey extension and erection of new single storey extension and enclosure of undercroft with glazing Fountain Hotel, Fore Street, Okehampton, EX20 1AP Affecting Conservation Area 03357/2012 Mr R Bettiss Householder Application for Replacement garage and studio outbuilding Ashbury Mill, Ashbury, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 3PE The proposed development affects a right of way to which Part III of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 applies TAVISTOCK 03361/2012 Mr & Mrs R Atkinson Householder application for demolition of existing store and extension and construction of single storey rear extension. 48 Bannawell Street, Tavistock, PL19 0DW Affecting setting of Listed Building and Conservation Area This is a householder application, in the event of an appeal against a refusal of planning permission, it will be dealt with on the basis of representations in writing, any representations made about this application will be sent to the Secretary of State, and there will be no further opportunity to comment at appeal stage. OKEHAMPTON - applications can be viewed at Customer Services, 10 St James Street, Okehampton, EX20 2DH and also at Kilworthy Park, Tavistock, PL19 0BZ TAVISTOCK - applications can be viewed at Kilworthy Park, Tavistock, PL19 0BZ A Duty Planning Officer will be available at our Tavistock Office 9 am - 12 noon Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and Wednesday 1 pm - 4 pm and at our Okehampton Customer Services 9 am - 12 noon Mondays, and 1 pm - 4 pm on Wednesdays. If you comment on a householder application, in the event of an appeal against a refusal of planning permission, which is to be dealt with on the basis of written representations, any representations make about this application will be sent to the Secretary of State. There will be no further opportunity to comment at appeal stage. Anyone who wishes to make representations about these applications should write to the council at the address below by 31-January-2013 quoting the relevant reference number(s). Please note that representations cannot be treated as confidential and will be made available for public inspection on the Council s website. Head of Planning, Economy and Community - On behalf of West Devon Borough Council, Kilworthy Park, Tavistock, PL19 0BZ PERSONAL THANKS MARY AND BRYAN FRIEND would like to thank all friends, neighbours and relatives for the help, messages and cards received during Mary s hip operation and convalescence. I am now on the way to recovery. THANKS JOHN WARNE Cathy, Mark & Pat would like to give thanks for all the cards and condolences. A private funeral service and burial was held for John on 20th December at Whitchurch. A Book of Remembrance is at St Eustachius until 31st January for anyone who wishes to record their memories and thoughts. Friends from further afield can content to johnsbook@warnefamily.com Donations in memory of John can be sent to The Mustard Tree Cancer Unit at Derriford c/o Morris Brothers Funeral Directors, Tavistock. BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE BEV Never Forgotten MUM For your Personal Messages ring Tav or Oke Times Jobs Advice is available for job seekers at the Work Club held at Tavistock Library - Tuesdays 2pm - 4pm REGISTERED DENTAL NURSE required. Busy NHS/private practice, trainees will be considered. Full time. Applications to the Practice Manager, Okehampton Dental Care, 6 Station Road, Okehampton, Devon EX20 1DZ or telephone SUPPORTED LIVING MANAGER Tavistock. Full time, experience essential, needs NVQ2 or more ideally NVQ3. You must be able to manage a team and have excellent communication and leadership skills. You will oversee and manage the care of six elderly people who need 24 hour care and support. You need to be able to work alternate weekends. Also required Community Care Workers in Tavistock, good rates of pay. Please e m a i l isla.moorcaredevon@yahoo. co.uk or call PART TIME DOMESTIC REQUIRED 20 hours p/w. Please apply Devonia House PART TIME HOUSEKEEPER REQUIRED at Harewood House Residential Home. We have 2 vacancies working a 3 week rota including weekends. Please ring or visit for more information and an application form. Closing date for application form is 23rd Jan Harewood House, 66 Plymouth Road, Tavistock PL19 8BU. Tel ESTABLISHED FLORISTRY BUSINESS seeks new experienced florist to join our team. Must be reliable, flexible and trustworthy. Please your CV to: angela@bakerprojects.co.uk or post to: Flower Pot Florists, 30 Fore Street, Okehampton EX20 1HT. ENGAGEMENTS LEE CENNIFF AND CHARLOTTE HARRISON Congratulations on your engagement. With love for your future together. From all the family BIRTHS BUCKWELL On 3rd January in Brittany to Ann (nee Stewart) and Dean, a son DYLAN DEAN MALCOLM Brother for Frank and Tom Love and congratulations from Mum & Dad, Mary, Chris, Martha and Lily Congratulations To JESSICA CATLOW & DAVID KNIGHT on the early arrival of ETHAN MICHAEL KNIGHT A beautiful little Brother for Lewis, Morgan & Ann-Marie Love from both families CARE CO-ORDINATOR HomeLife Carers are looking for a full time Care Co- Ordinator to join the Okehampton office, assisting in the co-ordination of carer and client visits, on-call duties and general office based tasks. The role is office based, salaried and requires good IT skills. For further details, please call us today. CARE WORKERS HomeLife Carers are also expanding our dedicated team. If you are someone who cares about people and would like to make a difference, then please call us today. Excellent rates of pay guaranteed. Full training provided. Use of own car necessary. Tel: COOK / CHEF Experienced cook required to join our team at the Lakeside complex. Catering for the cafe, functions, weddings and seminars and covering the chef s days off. 13,300-15,000 per annum pro rata 21 hours per week with overtime possibilities. Including some weekends, Bank Holidays and evenings. Closing Date: Monday 21 January 2013 PERSONAL NOTICES (Continued from Page 2) LAKESIDE ROADFORD LAKE, NR OKEHAMPTON Please call Ernie Shepherd on for an application form or visit NEAL Caroline & Danny Congratulations on the birth of your daughter GRACE born on 29th December 2012 Love Dad, Mary and family MARION GREENING HAPPY BIRTHS BIRTHDAYS 50 th on 11th January With love from all the family Happy 50th Birthday 11th January 2013 MARION GREENING Lots of love Alan, Emma and Matthew TAVISTOCK TIMES GAZETTE OKEHAMPTON TIMES EAST CORNWALL TIMES PRINCETOWN TIMES Reach an audience of more than 34,000 readers every Thursday when you advertise your recruitment vacancies in all four papers for one cost Call the recruitment team on BIRTHDAY BIRTHDAYS SHEILA LIDDICOTT TO A SPECIAL MUM ON HER 80th Birthday 15th January Love Denise, Pete, Clive, Tina, Rob, Sandra, Andrew & Michelle. All your Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren xx Happy 40th Birthday JUSTIN WHYATT on the 8th January 2013 From all your family Sister Victoria, Scott & Charlotte, Brother Paul & Nikki. All our love as always from Mum & Dad xxx Find this week s Local Bargains under 50 on Page 31

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All usual extras, long MOT & Tax...POA 03 (53) LANDROVER DISCOVERY 2.5 TD5 Diesel GS clean example. All usual extras MOT & Tax. High miles... 4, (56) PEUGEOT PARTNER 1.6 HDi Combi Escapade E/W, PAS, RCL, FSH, etc. Very clean example MOT & Tax... 3, (53) FIAT ALAMBARA 1.9TDi Auto. 7 seats. All usual extras. MOT & Tax. Phone for further details.... 2,895 CUSTOMERS CARS 08 (08) FORD FOCUS ST2 3dr in blue, low miles. Excellent example. All usual extras. Phone for further details... 9, (P) MAZDA BONGO 2.5 TD AUTO 4x4 CAMPER. 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34 34 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2013 MOTORING TIMES T.R. ROWE Treburley Garage Launceston Cornwall Established Under the same management Tel Piper Camshafts & Tuning Equipment Peco Performance Exhaust Systems Crypton & Rolling Road Tuning Computerised Diagnostics All Mechanical Repairs Classic Restorations Retail Motor Industry Federation Classic Engine Rebuilds MOT Testing NEWPORT MOT Vehicle Testing Station Est MOTOR COMPANY LTD Newport Ind. Est., LAUNCESTON PL15 8EX Established in Launceston 1997 We are a small local business. All vehicles (excluding trade centre) have a full service including cambelt, full workshop inspection and full MOT. We guarantee every vehicle ourselves (from a light bulb to an engine) for 3 months. Terms & Conditions Apply On site workshop for complete Customer Care Credit/Debit cards accepted ESTATES 04 (04) PEUGEOT HDi SW S only 60k, FSH, PAS, EW, CL, AC, radio/cd, 56mpg 120pa road tax... 3, (05) PEUGEOT HDi SW 111k, FSH, PAS, EW, CL...SOLD 03 (53) PEUGEOT SW ENTICE 2 owners, 58k, FSH, PAS, EW, CL, A/C, radio/cd... 2,795 MPV s 03 (03) CITROEN BERLINGO 2.0 HDi MULTISPACE...SOLD 03 (03) PEUGEOT PARTNER 2.0 HDi COMBI 2 owners, only 75k, FSH, PAS, E/W, C/L, 50 mpg, 170 pa roadtax... 3, (53) VAUXHALL ZAFIRA 2.0 DTi ELEGANCE SH, EW, CL, AC , (53) CITROEN PICASSO 2.0 HDI SX 87k, FSH, PAS, EW, CL, AC, radio/cd 51.4 mpg 135 pa raod tax... 2, (03) PEUGEOT PARTNER 2.0 HDi Combi 2 owners, 96k, FSH, PAS, E/W, C/L... 2, (Y) FORD GALAXY 1.9 TDi ZETEC only 92k, PAS, EW...SOLD 03 (53) VAUXHALL ZAFFIRA v Club 74k, FSH, PAS...SOLD HATCHBACKS 05 (55) MINI ONE 1.4 diesel 110k, FSH, PAS, EW, CL, AC, radio/cd, 6 speed, 60mpg, 90pa road tax... 4, (07) PEUGEOT URBAN 59k, SH, PAS, EW, CL, 20 road tax, 5dr, 62mpg... 4, (54) PEUGEOT HDi SE 49k, 1 owner, full Peugeot SH, PAS, EW, CL... 3, (07) PEUGEOT URBAN 5dr, 67k, FSH, PAS, EW, CL, 20pa road tax, 62mpg... 3, (06) VAUXHALL ASTRA 1.8 CLUB Automatic 5dr, 68k. Full Vauxhall history. PAS, E/W, C/L, A/C. Radio CD. Alloys... 3, (55) PEUGEOT HDi DOLCE 102k, FSH, PAS, EW, CL, A/C, Radio/CD, Twin SLD s, 30 pa road tax, 64mpg... 3, (53) VAUXHALL CORSA 1.0 ACTIVE 3 owners, 66k, FSH...SOLD 05 (05) PEUGEOT 307 HDi SPORT 105k, 2 owners, FSH, PAS, EW, CL , (03) FORD FOCUS 1.8 TDCi LX 5dr, 90k, FSH, PAS, CL, AC, radio CD, 52.3mpg, 135 pa road tax...was 2,995 NOW 2, (53) PEUGEOT HDi STYLE 3dr, 2 owners, 110k, FSH, PAS, E/W, C/L, 30 pa roadtax, 66mpg... 2, (53) SKODA FABIA 1.2 BLUELINE 67k, 2 owners, PAS, EW, CL, Radio/CD... 2, (03) VAUXHALL CORSA V ELEGANCE 66k, FSH, top of the range, A/C, EW, CL... 2,695 4 WD 03 (03) NISSAN X-Trial 2.2 Di 114k FSH, Due in... 3,995 VAN 06 (06) VAUXHALL COMBO 1.3 CDTi Crewcab 2 owners...sold 04 (04) FORD TRANSIT CONNECT 1.8 TDi 99k, FSH, PAS, Sliding Door, (NO VAT)... 3,195 TRADE CENTRE FULL WORKSHOP INSPECTION LONG/FULL MOT, WARRANTY. DRIVE AWAY TODAY 00 (X) CITROEN SAXO 1.1 Desire only 10k... 2, (03) PEUGEOT LX 69k... 2, (03) PEUGEOT LX 3dr 72k, FSH... 2, (R) BMW Z3 88k...WAS 2,495 NOW 2, (52) FORD FOCUS 1.8 TDDI...WAS 2,395 NOW 2, (51) CITROEN PICASSO 2.0 HDi SX 68k... 2, (04) CITROEN C2 1.4 HDi... 2, (51) PEUGEOT QUICKSILVER 72k... 2, (51) SEAT TOLEDO 1.9 TDi SE 88k...WAS 2,295 NOW 2, (04) RENAULT CLIO 1.2 Extreme 95k... 1, (53) PEUGEOT SW 116k...SOLD 01 (Y) ROVER 75 CDT Auto 1 owner, 95k..WAS 2,195 NOW 1, (02) PEUGEOT LX 95k... 1, (51) PEUGEOT 206 D.Turbo 85k...SOLD 01 (Y) CITROEN XSARA 2.0 HDi Est 93k.WAS 1,995 NOW 1, (02) MERCEDES A140 99k...WAS 1,995 NOW 1, (Y) PEUGEOT DIESEL 5dr...SOLD 00 (V) VW PASSAT TD Estate... 1, (Y) NISSAN MICRA k...SOLD 01 (Y) CITROEN SAXO 1.4 SX Auto 75k...WAS 1,695 NOW 1,295 OPEN MON-SAT 9am-5pm SUN 12-5pm TELEPHONE or USED RENAULTS 12 (62) Megane Dynamique DCi 110 Met Blue, Save 3,300 on new... 16, (61) Grand Modus Dynamique 1.6 Auto Silver, 2,000 miles... 8, (60) Grand Scenic Privilege Tom Tom DC1 Extreme Blue, 18,000 miles... 11, (60) Clio Dynamique 1.2 TCE 5dr Extreme blue, 14,000 miles... 8, (10) Megane Coupe Dynamique 1.6 red, 13,000 miles... 9, (10) Scenic Dynamique Tom Tom 1.6 Met Red, 13,000 miles... 9, (10) Clio imusic DCi 5dr Met Red, 2,000 miles... 8, (59) Scenic Expression DCi met blue, 3,500 miles... 9, (59) Megane World Series 1.6 5dr Silver, one owner, 30,000 miles... 7, (58) Clio Dynamique DCi Estate extreme blue, 14,000 miles... 8, (08) Clio Dynamique DCi 5dr Extreme blue, 39,000 miles... 7, (57) Clio Privilege DCi 86 Quartz 47,000 miles... 6, (07) Megane Renault Sport 230 F1 3dr Silver, 38,000 miles... 8, (06) Scenic Privilege 1.6 antique green, 27,000 miles... 4, (55) Scenic Dynamique 1.6 met blue, 76,000 miles... 3, (05) Scenic Privilege 1.6 met blue, 48,000 miles... 3, (05) Megane Privilege DCi 1.9 Estate met green, 85,000 miles... 3, (02) Megane Coupe Fidji 1.6 met red, 51,000 miles... 1,995 OTHER MAKES 10 (10) BMW 320D MSport Auto met blue, 18,000 miles... 18, (09) Toyota Rav 4 SR ,000 miles... 13,995 ARRIVING 02 (52) Megane Fidji 1.4 LIFTON BRIDGE CAR SALES LTD TINHAY, NEW ROAD, DEVON PL16 0AN BRAND NEW - GREAT WALL STEED DOUBLE CAB PICK-UP S TD 150 BHP - 6 SPEED GEAR BOX - FANTASTIC FUEL CONSUMPTION S SPEC - 13,998 + VAT SE SPEC - 15,998 + VAT BRAND NEW SSANGYONG KORANDO S 2.0 TD 6 SPEED MANUAL OR 6 SPEED AUTO CHOICE OF 4 SPEC S 2WD OR 4WD PRICES START FROM 16,995 ON THE ROAD BRAND NEW SSANGYONG RODIUS 2.0 TD 6 SPEED MANUAL OR 6 SPEED AUTO 7 SEATER MPV WITH LUGGAGE SPACE CHOICE OF 3 SPEC S 2WD OR 4WD IDEAL PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE PRICES START FROM 15,995 ON THE ROAD BRAND NEW KORANDO SPORT PICK-UP 2.0 TD 6 SPEED MANUAL OR 6 SPEED AUTO CHOICE OF 3 SPEC S 4WD PRICES START FROM 18,295 INCLUDING VAT ON THE ROAD WHATS STOPPING YOU VW GOLF 1.9 TDI 5DR MET BLACK 67K FSH... 7, CITROEN C DR RED ONLY 20K FSH... 5, FORD FOCUS ESTATE 1.8 CDTI MET BLUE 92K FSH... 5, MINI COOPER S 1.6 CONV MET BLUE 101K SH... 5, BMW 320D 2.0 4DR AUTO MET BLUE 97K SH... 4, TOYOTA YARIS 1.3 5DR AUTO MET BLACK 88K FSH... 4, VAUXHALL ASTRA 1.6 5DR MET GREY 75K SH... 4, MG TF 1.8 CONV MET GREY 53K... 3, PEUGEOT HDI 5DR MET BLACK 90K FSH... 3, HYUNDAI AMICA 1.1 5DR RED ONLY 36K FSH... 3, RENAULT CLIO 182 SPORT 2.0 3DR MET SILVER 63K FSH... 3, Y VOLVO C70 CONV 2.0 T MET BLUE 56K FSH... 3, HONDA CIVIC 1.7 TDI 5DR MET BLUE 95K SH... 3, T MERCEDES CLK CONV MET BLUE 108K FSH... 2, RENAULT CLIO 1.2 3DR MET SILVER 65K FSH... 2, PEUGEOT HDI 3DR MET GREY 108K FSH... 2, PEUGEOT SW EST MET RED 79K SH... 2, FORD FOCUS 1.8 5DR MET GREEN 59K FSH... 2, VAUXHALL CORSA 1.8 SRI 3DR RED 104K FSH... 2, VAUXHALL ZAFIRA 2.0 DTI 5DR MET RED 126K SH... 2, VAUXHALL VECTRA 2.2 4DR MET BLUE 120K... 1, R TOYOTO PICNIC MPV 2.0 AUTO 5DR MET GREEN... 1, Y SUZUKI SWIFT 1.0 3DR MET BLUE 64K SH Y CHRYSLER NEON 2.0 AUTO 4DR MET BRONZE 100K X TOYOTO HILUX PICK UP 3.0 D4D 4DR MET SILVER 52K FSH ,999 + VAT MAZDA BT50 PICKUP 3.0 AUTO 4DR MET GREY 21K FSH ,999 + VAT 06 SUBARU LEGACY 3.0 AUTO EST MET GREEN ONLY 35K FSH... 7, SUBARU FORESTER 2.0 AUTO 5DR MET BLACK 80K FSH... 5, TOYOTA RAV DR MET GREY 89K FSH... 6, SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 1.6 SOFT TOP MET SILVER 97K SH... 3,799 PART-EXCHANGE WELCOME - ALL MAJOR DEBIT AND CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED TEL : liftonbridge@btconnect.com Vehicle Sourcing Specialist New & used cars for sale Full Service & repair centre Seat Ibiza 1.9 TDI SE 5DR. Fuel efficient, good condition diesel, 63,000 was 3,995, now 3,795 TIMES MOTORS TIMES MOTORS TIMES MOTORS IN THE MOTOR TRADE? Want to Increase business? Do you realise the potential this Motoring page offers? Ring Lyn on (01822) Ford St, Tavistock (On the roundabout next to Drake Statue) MERCEDES-BENZ CL600 2DR AUTO BI-TURBO Ultra low mileage, 26,000, great condition was 11,995 now 11,495!! JANUARY SALE!! BMW 3 SERIES 330 CI 2DR WITH HARDTOP. Low mileage, 65,000, mint condition with leather interior...was 6,495, now 5, Citroen Berlingo 1.6 HDI 90 VTR 5DR. Great condition, drives really well. 1 owner from new...was 6,995, now 5, W Daewoo Lanos 1.4 S. 3 DR. Good condition 84,000 miles, has been very well looked after...was 995, now Fiat LOUNGE 3DR. Adorable hatchback, in white. Very inexpensive to run, 58,000...was 7,995, now 6, Ford Fiesta 1.4 Zetec 3DR. Quality good looking car in metallic blue with 88,000...was 2,995, now 2, Ford Focus 1.8 TDCI 100 ZETEC 5DR. Pristine condition diesel, 83,000...was 3,295, now 2, Mercedes-Benz C Class C200 CDI Advantage SE 5DR Auto. Superb Estate in Blue with full Mercedes service history...was 10,495, now 9, Mercedes-Benz CL600 2DR AUTO BI-TURBO. Ultra low mileage, 26,000, great condition....was 11,995 now 11, Peugeot Zest2 5DR. A popular vehicle in red, inexpensive to insure, 75,000...was 2,195, now 1, Peugeot Verve 3DR. Fitted with a toad alarm system, in ocean blue...was 3,695, now 3, Renault Megane Scenic V EXPRESSION 5DR. Great condition estate car, with low miles, 66,000...was 2,995, now 2, Rover Beautiful, low mileage, in red, 33,000...was 2,495, now 1, Seat Alhambra 1.9 TDI PD STYLANCE 7 SEAT 5DR AUTO. Lovely to drive, awesome condition, great for the family, 98,000...was 4,995, now 4, Seat Ibiza 1.4 TDI ECOMOTIVE 3DR. A beautiful 1 owner car, free to tax, low insurance prices & it does up to 90 miles to the gallon!!...was 8,995, now 8, Subaru Legacy 2.0D RE 5DR. A beautiful diesel estate, 42,000...was 15,995, now 13, Toyota Yaris 1.0 VVT-I T3 3DR. Well designed, inexpensive to run in silver, low mileage 46,000...was 3,495, now 2, Vauxhall Astra 1.4I 16V SXI 5DR. Super slick in turquoise, was 4,695, now 4, Vauxhall Astra 2.0 DTI 16V LS 5DR [AC]. Good condition with low mileage, 55,000...was 2495, now 1995 CAMPER VAN Fiat Ducato 15 JTD MWB MOTORCARAVAN. Absolutely immaculate inside & out, high specifications, like new inside, 22,000...was 24,995, now 22,995 Times Sport Aidan Bostock, John Kent and Ella Percival earn success in BJA Plymouth Open. Picture by James Bird OJC s Ella, Aiden and John hit above weight in judo ELLA Percival from Okehampton Judo Club won gold at the BJA Plymouth Open, fighting at under 57kg in the under 16 years-olds age group which was merged with the under 60kg and over 60kg. Ella, aged 14, although the smallest in the group won all her fights by ippon, showing real strength in her groundwork after throwing with lower score throws and finishing them on the ground. Fellow club member Aidan Bostock, aged 17, won bronze in the men s under 73kg group, losing only to the gold medallist by a hold down after dominating him with attacks and a fast left handed throw in the earlier part of the fight. He won the rest of his fights by a variety of throws for Ippon one of which was a truly spectacular switching hip throw. John Kent, aged 48, won bronze in the mens over 100kg group, giving away 60kg (more than eight stone) in one contest and showed he could still mix it with the younger fighters even the big ones with a good mixture of standing and groundwork techniques and true warrior mentality. Aidan and Ella train regularly at high performance Tamar Judo Centre in Saltash. Anyone interested in learning more about Judo or having a go either competitively, for self defence or just for fun contact Darren Bostock on or visit Climber Alex very much on the up HORRABRIDGE climber Alex Waterhouse rounded off a successful year with two podium places at recent National Climbing Competitions. At the Open youth event, held in Liverpool, he finished second, which, together with his European results saw him reselected for the GB junior climbing team. The next day he was in action again at the first round of the 2013 Junior British Bouldering Championships. There he gained another second place against strong opposition. This result also saw him selected for the GB junior bouldering team for next year. These results round off a good year of International competition for the Devonport High School pupil, whose best finish came at the European Championships, where he came seventh look like a busy year for the youngster, with up to 10 international events on the cards, including the World Youth Championships, being held in Canada in August. Alex, who finished the year with a World ranking of 13th, said: I m very pleased with the way last year went, but this year I m looking to be more consistent, as small mistakes cost me! Alex is now training in earnest for the upcoming season. Alex trains at the Barn Climbing Centre in Milton Abbot and the High Sports Wall in the Plymouth Life Centre. He is supported by The Barn and TinyClimb Chalkbags.

35 Lamerton darts RESULTS, January 4: Division one: Duke of York B 9 Calstock Social Club A 3;Blue Lion 5 Callington Cricket Club 7; Cornish Inn 9 Gunnislake SC A 3; Stoke Club 4 Callington SC A 8; Queen's Head A 5 Bere Alston Victoria Social Club A 7; Harveys 6 Duke of York A 6. Division one P W D L F A Bere Alston VSC A Duke of York A Callington SC A Queen's Head A Harveys Duke of York B Callington CC Blue Lion Calstock SC A Stoke Club Gunnislake SC A Cornish Inn RESULTS: Division two: Cross House U 7 Queen's Head B 5; Gunnislake SC B 4 White Hart 8; Calstock SC B 3 Bere Ferrers SC 9; Bere Alston VSC B 9 Cross House A 3. Division two P W D L F A Queen's Head B Bere Ferrers SC Bere Alston VSC B Cross House U Buccaneer Inn Callington SC C Callington SC B Gunnislake SC B White Hart Calstock SC B Cross House A s: Andy Pethick, Aaron Pethick, Queen's Head A; Ian Downing, Bere Alston VSC A; Wayne Downham, Duke of York B; Rob Newland, Queen's Head A, 130 shot out. Handicap League Division one P Pts H/cap Total Cornish Inn Gunnislake SC A Stoke Club Calstock SC A Blue Lion Callington CC Duke of York B Harveys Queen's Head A Callington SC A Duke of York A Bere Alston VSC A Tinhay Building Suppliesʼ darts RESULTS, January 4, week 12: Leaping Salmon A 10 Walkhampton Inn 1; Tavy Club 5 Leaping Salmon B 6; Burrator Inn 11 Prince of Wales 0; Mary Tavy Inn 11 Plume of Feathers 0. Highest shot out: A Greenaway 147, Leaping Salmon A. P W L F A Pts Leaping Salmon A Mary Tavy Inn Burrator Inn Tavy Club Leaping Salmon B Plume of Feathers Prince of Wales Walkhampton Inn Lydford darts RESULTS of re-arranged games from week 7, November 23: White Hart 8 Bratton B 2; Tossers 3 Village Inn 7. P W L D Pts Bratton A Arundell Arms Village Inn White Hart Mary Tavy Lewdown Cricket Club Bratton B Tossers Fox A Okehampton snooker RESULTS: King s Arms 3 Sheepwash C 2; Conservative A 3 King's Arms B 2; Sheepwash A 3 South Zeal B 2; South Zeal A 4 Royal British Legion D 1; Winkleigh 2 Sheepwash B. Breaks: Dave Howell 23, 24, 25. HIghest break: Dave Howell, 59. P W L F A Pts South Zeal A Kingʼs Arms Sheepwash C Kingʼs Arms B Sheepwash B South Zeal B Winkleigth Conservative A Royal British Legion D Sheepwash A Michael Heard on Faasel winning the men's open at Wadebridge Michael rides high in point MELDON rider Michael Heard rode a winning treble on Sunday at Wadebridge point to point. The 19-year-old won the mens open race riding Faasel, trained by John Heard of Okehampton. Googoobarabajagal Okehampton and district table tennis IN division one of the Okehampton Table Tennis League, Tavistock against Bridestowe took a 2-0 lead before Mark Tancock beat Dan Howell 11-8 in the fifth leg. Mark went on to complete a fine maximum. Tavistock lead 6-3 after the singles. Fred Phillips and Roger Bowkett winning the doubles against Mark and Phil Down for a 7-3 win for Tavistock. Bridestowe then played Okehampton. John Down put Okehampton 1-0 ahead against Phil Down, and John Squire beat Francis Griffiths 11-9 in the fifth leg to put Okehampton 2-0 ahead. Mark Tancock won the next against Sarah Jackson and won his second against John Squire to level the score 3-3. Mark went on to complete another fine maximum to put Bridestowe 5-4 ahead after the singles. Mark and Phil won a against John Down and John Squire winning 11-5 in the fifth leg for a 6-4 win for Bridestowe. Academy then took on the mixtures, an won singles with a 9-0 lead, but Tom Pearce and Tom Pengelly fought hard in the doubles beating Ivor Copley and Martin Rose 3-2. in the last division one match, Okehampton A took on Tavistock. Fred Phillips put Tavistock 1-0 ahead just beating Nick Jackson. John Down beat Roger Bowkett in the fifth leg to leave at 1-1. Dan Howell beat Sarah Jackson in the next and went on to complete his maximum. John Down won his second against Fred to level at 2-2 then Tavistock won the next five singles, and won the match 7-3. In division two, Dan Bashford won the first leg for Horrabridge against Mark Ralf of Okehampton to lead 1-0. Maureen Venton then levelled for Okehampton. Horrabridge went on to win the next four singles to lead 5-1. Dick Randell won the next against Till Northey. Chloe Greenaway completed her maximum against Mark to lead 6-2. Horrabridge won 7-3. The next match Anchorage B were at home against Milton Abbot B. harry Barnaby beat Dave Wilson 11-5 in the fifth leg to put Milton Abbot ahead 1-0. Rob Evans lost to Dave Vanstone in the next to level 1-1. Roger Gilbert beat Michael Blatchford for a 2-1 lead to Anchorage. Harry won the next against Michael but Rob Evans won a hard fought five leg game against Roger to level at 3-3. Anchorage won the next three singles. Anchorage won the last singles and doubles for a also trained by John Heard won the confined race. The horse is owned by a syndicate of local people. Michael won the restricted race on The Wealerdealer, which is trained by Mr Cummings. Michael, from Hughslade Farm, Meldon, who was the Devon and Cornwall novice champion rider in 2011, now works full time for trainer David Pipe at Pond House, Nicholashayne and rode his first National Hunt winner for him last week at Taunton racecourse on Home Run. 7-3 win. The next match Moretonhampstead played Anchorage. Dave WIlson won the first against Paul Brodey then Ken Underhill levelled at 1-1 against Dave Vanstone. The Anchorage won the next seven singles and the doubles for a 9-1 win. In the next match Okehampton B played a strong Milton Abbot A who raced away and won all nine singles andf doubles for a 10-0 win. Michael Blatchford, Tim Westcott and Ian Osborne, all scoring maximums. The next Horrabridge took on Okehampton C, and took a 3-0 lead. Dan Bashford beat Richard Rose, Jill Northey beat Ben Bolton and Chloe Greenaway beat Frank Cockburn. Okehampton won the next four to lead 4-3. Chloe beat Richard Rose in the fifth leg 3-2. Frank beat Dan in the last singles and joined Richard to win the doubles against Dan and Chloe for a 6-4 win for Okehampton C. Then Walkhampton were at home to a strong Anchorage B who won the match Ben Edmonds did well against Dave Wilson just losing 3-2. The last singles Heath Marker also took Dave to a five leg decider. Milton Abbot A played Horrabridge in a hard fought match, which saw Milton Abbot wiin 8-2. Okehampton C played Milton Abbot B. Harry Barnaby did well to win all his singles, supported by Ben Evans with two singles and Ben and Harry won the doubles for a 7-3 win for Milton Abbot. Then Walkhampton played at home to Moretonhampstead in a hard fought and exciting match. Chris Jackson did well to beat Brian Skilton in five legs and Paul Brodey in three. Callam Sherrell and Joe Egan won a single each. ken Underhill and Brian Skilton won the doubles against Callam and Chris for a 6-4 win for Moretonhampstead. Division one P W D L Pts Tavistock Academy Bridestowe Okehampton A Anchorage A The Mixtures Division two P W D L Pts Milton Abbot A Anchorage B Milton Abbot B Moretonhampstead Okehampton C Horrabridge Walkhampton Okehampton B TIMES, JANUARY 10, Times Sport Bourne tucks away winner for Oke A Duchy A Okehampton A OKEHAMPTON S top scorer Luxton was Inavailable due to a training run incident so Lawson and Bourne started brightly upfront. Although there was a lot of initial pressure from the home team, great tackling from Zac Middleton and John Jarvis saw their attacks come to nothing. At the other end great movement off the ball from all the players saw Okehampton have sustained periods of pressure but were unable to convert any chances. John Hobbs and Jake Lloyd the centre midfield pairing were pinging balls wide, into the D and even the occasional mazey run but still a lack of penetration. Rob Yells created lots of space but Friendly Tor Valley ladies Okehampton ladies....2 OKEHAMPTON ladies travelled to Barnstaple for a friendly game which was played at a fast pace in a good spirit of fair play. Oke had Kim Davey and Alex Collins leading the attack and scored first. A short corner taken by Kim Bland shot the ball to Kim Davey who passed it straight back to Kim Bland neatly tap it in at the post. Both teams worked hard to get the advantage and it was was frustrated when Bourne skillfully rounded the keeper but wasted the shot instead of laying the ball off to the better placed Yells. Jarvis Junior made some great runs down the right hand side and also did his defensive duties well by preventing Duchy clearing their lines. Bingham on the left made it difficult for Duchy to escape their half and made some sublime passes into Yells and Lawson. In the second half Okehampton maintained their pressure with good play from Adam Cockayne slotting into central midfield. Tim Morgan had lots of space in the holding role and was able to play some great balls. Lawson saw a glaring opportunity go wide with a snapped reverse stick attempt. near the end of the first half before Tor equalised; their constant running and dodging finally gave them a player free in the circle to choose their shot. After the break Tor made the most of their push back. Oke player of the match Sophie Woodley, Carol Taylor, Rachel Hammett and Jane Jones kept getting blocking their attacks but the North Devon ladies just kept coming back. Shannon Osman in goal for Oke, pulled out all the stops and made several saves but the Man of the match Hayden Bond made a superb debut performance at centre back, helping to protect keeper George Morgan who successfully kept a clean sheet. Eventually the pressure and possession did result in a breakthrough when Lloyd unleashed a wicked shot which was saved by the impressive Duchy keeper, only for Bourne, to deftly flick the ball into the back of the net. Duchy responded the better following the goal and a well organised defence with Bingham, Bond and Middleton prevented any meaningful shots on goal. Oke did turn the screw in the last 10 minutes with Lawson seeing two well struck shots saved. This week Okehampton A play host to Bridgewater B. Good workout for teams OKEHAMPTON Hockey Club are appealing to the ladies to come along get fit and have some fun! They are offering Monday evening sessions starting from this Monday, between 8pm and 9pm for 2 a session, at their Okehampton all weather pitch in Simmons Park. All the equipment will be provided except shin pads. Jane Jones from the club said: Come and enjoy fun, friendship and fitness in sociable and informal sessions for women. Its a a great way to get in shape, there is no need to commit to membership and we offer regular training or competitions All ages and abilities welcome. It doesn t matter how long it s been since you last played hockey, or maybe you ve never played before and you d like to have a go! Organised by Okehampton Ladies Hockey Club. For details contact Jane Jones , Junior hockey sessions restart in Okehampton on Saturday and will go through now until March. Organised by Okehampton Hockey pace and organisation of the attack left her on more than one occasion on her own and soon the score rose to 1-4. Kim Davey was everywhere, ably supported by Alex Collins, Kim Bland and Louise Weller. Kim Davey found a new burst of energy and blasted through the centre to score Okehampton s second goal with an excellent strike. Okehampton ladies play Plym Valley in the league at home on Saturday. Free scoring seconds Okehampton ladies seconds Dart ladies thirds THIS was a superb start to the new year for Okehampton ladies seconds. The match started slowly with Okehampton struggling to make an impression. However, a quickly taken penalty corner found Rochelle Hillier, who passed to Winnie Rademaker, whose reverse stick pass found Viv Weatherington in front of the goal to neatly put the ball away. This high standard of teamwork from the Oke ladies continued for the remainder of the match as did the goals, which came thick and fast. It was Oke's Molly Petherbridge, working hard all over the pitch, who scored a superb second goal after a deflection from the goal keeper. After a spell of injury at the end of the first half, the second half started with even more enthusiasm to take ownership of this match. Midfielders Eisla Gibb and Lotte Rademaker for the home side applied more pressure to the Dart side - supplying the passes into the Dart D to create more goals for Okehampton. Defensively, Nicola Stoneman, Sandy Douglas and Leslie Bingham were untried during this match for Oke, closing down all opportunities for Dart quickly and organised impeccably by Jennie Humphry in goal. Player of the match award went to Molly Petherbridge for her outstanding performance and team spirit. Okehampton ladies seconds are away on Saturday to Ashmoor, starting at 1pm. FUN AND GAMES AT OKE Club the first session from 9.30am to am is for school years 5, 6 and 7. The second session from 10.30am to 11.30am is for years 8, 9 and 10. All the sessions are be run by level two hockey coaches, and each session involves skills practice and game related play. There is lots to look forward to again with matches and tournaments for the U12 and U14 teams. New players are welcome to come along and try hockey, and equipment can be provided. For more information call Jane and Richard Jones on

36 36 TIMES, JANUARY 10, Fell s Week Heather Fell, Olympic modern pentathlete silver medalist, writes about her life on and off the track. T has been a while, but I don t think it Iis just me who has been a little out of routine because of the festive period. I know a few people who long for the structure of the normal working week - I am not one of them but that could be because I am yet to experience that phenomenon. Every Christmas holiday when I have eaten too much, the weather is depressing and it seemingly never gets light outside, I announce that next year I will most definitely either be ski-ing or sunning myself in some foreign country. I have been lucky enough to do this a couple of times but for various reasons it hasn t happened recently. There are the obvious limiting factors such as training commitments and the bank balance that affect my choices but I have realised there must be a stronger underlying reason. After being back for over two weeks and not even leaving Devon (sorry I fib, I did nip over the Tamar just once) I have realised that nothing beats home. Whether it is home cooked food, your own bed, being welcomed by the dogs in the morning, or sitting by the fire in the evening, these are all the wonderful things that we just take for granted. Not surprisingly most of my friends must feel the same pull and as a result all flock back to Devon from various parts of the country and world. As much as I long for some vitamin D and the sight of blue sky this time of year is all about seeing friends and family, the weather just gives us something else to talk about. Times readers can be updated on what Heather is up to via her social networking site twitter:heatherfell news Runners of all ages in festive handicap Year ends well for TAC THE final two races of the year for members of Tavistock Athletic Club took place just two days before Christmas. Torrington AAC's multi-terrain race, the Christmas Caper, predictably provided wet and muddy running this year but this did not deter U17s Harrison Baker who completed the 9.5 mile course in an excellent time of 1hour, 2minutes 21seconds. Harrison, who averaged six and a half minute miles, was first junior to the finish, in eighth place overall a superb result from this very promising young athlete. Next home was Graham De Val, in Adrian and Claire Pitcher chose to run together, finishing in and 06 respectively, Claire coming 10th in her age category. On the same day, Peter Bazley was the only TAC to compete in the mile Wellington TAVISTOCK athletes rounded off a successful year with their Christmas Handicap race held on the penultimate day of This annual event attracted senior and junior club members of the club along with a number of their family and friends. The 4.1 mile course on Whitchurch Down was the same as in previous years and conditions were good for the event with dry moderate weather. The runners of all ages got underway over a 17 and a half minute phased start based on their individual handicaps. The first runner home winning the ladies' trophy was Lucy Steven, the youngest runner in the event, in an excellent run time of 38 minutes 6 secs. This reflected an impressive improvement of more than four minutes on her 2011 Monument Race on an undulating, hilly but scenic course. Peter rounded off an exceptional racing year by finishing a second under 46 minutes in 58th place overall and fourth in his age category. Tavistock AC has six adult groups running out each Tuesday and Thursday evening. If you would like to join them call for more details. time. The second runner home was veteran runner Tony Shearer, winning the men s trophy in his first appearance in this event. He recorded a strong run time of 33mins 13secs. The third runner to finish was Alice Rogers in an excellent time of 27mins 18secs - the fastest ladies time in the race. It also reflects the strength of the running of this up-andcoming international modern pentathlete. Caroline Steven was the next runner home followed by Rebecca Windemer in fifth. U17s runner Harrison Baker finished in overall sixth place in an outstanding time of 24mins 2secs. This reflected an improvement of over a minute on Harrison s previous year s time and was recorded as the overall fastest time of the day. LIMBER UP WITH LADIES THE popular track sessions at Tavistock College re-start this weekend with sessions planned throughout The Saturday Ladies only sessions start this weekend at the new time of 10.15am. The sessions run during term time and are open to all abilities and beginners can join at any time. The sessions cost 2 (unless you are a member of a running Pictures by Richard Gee PLEASE MAKE SURE ANY PICTURES ED TO TIMES SPORT ARE OF HIGH RESOLUTION. THANK YOU. DEADLINE FOR ALL SPORTS EDITORIAL IS ON MONDAY AT NOON. THANK YOU. club and the cost is 1 per session) and all proceeds go towards the cost of track hire. All abilities are catered for. The Monday evening sessions restart on the 14th and is now a mixed senior session, meeting at the college at 8pm. These sessions are also open to all abilities and beginners can join at any time. These sessions cost 3 for non Times Sport club members and 2 for club members and all proceeds go towards the cost of track hire and flood light use. The track sessions are for all abilities and ages over 17. You will be made welcome by session coach Dotty King and grouped in your ability. For more information about the sessions visit btck.co.uk/tracksessions Make that resolution and get those running shoes on! SO what have you decided to do this year? Perhaps you want to lose some weight, get fit or raise money for charity? Or maybe you have decided to run that half marathon you have always promised yourself you would one day? Well, great news! This year you can do all of these things with a little help from Tavistock Athletic Club. The Tavy 13 Tavistock s very own half marathon will be run around West Devon's beautiful countryside on Sunday, March 24. Take a look at the website at tavy13.com and fill in the online entry before yet another new year s resolution goes for a burton! There is still plenty of time to get fit enough and the friendly, qualified coaches at Tavistock Athletic Club will help you to get all the training you need. Why not go along to its training sessions on Tuesday or Thursday at 6.15pm, meeting in the Sports Centre at Tavistock College People don t have to be an athlete just in good health and willing to put in a bit of enjoyable effort to achieve their goal. The club will be be running special Sunday runs to build up stamina for the 13.1 mile half marathon - starting with a seven mile run on Sunday. This will start at 9am from Bedford Square where there is free parking. Runners of all abilities will be welcome. The programme of further Sunday runs will gradually build up to 12.5 miles. For details go to om and or contact Keith Bowles on , Jeff Lea on or Sheila Houghton on for more information. Active in Mary Tavy FOR those residents of Mary Tavy who would like to work off the excesses of Christmas eating and drinking come along to the free taster sessions in badminton and pilates. The Active Villages Project starts with badminton on January 21 at 7pm and pilates on Thursdays, today and January 17 between 9.30am-10.30am. All sessions will be at The Coronation Hall and free of charge. For details contact Mhairi McCall on mhairimccall@hotmail.co m or telephone

37 WHEELERS TAKE ON ELEMENTS AND THE BRENTOR CHALLENGE ELEVEN riders turned up to complete a 30-mile ride in high winds and showers at the Tavistock Wheelers Brentor Challenge. There were great performances from all the riders with Robin Brew riding solo and leading the way because no-one could keep up with him! Two teenage riders, Will Johnson and Matt Adams made riding look easier than it was but everyone was proud to have covered the distance and made room for more Christmas pudding. Tavistock Wheelers were pleased to see a fellow rider from Okehampton Cycle Club Chris Knott taking part. Chris Knott and Lee Adams, the best pairing, with Ian Dudley (centre) from Okehampton Cycle Club. Cricket Colts open to young players WHITCHURCH Wayfarers Cricket Club are pleased to announce the starting date for Colts U13/U15 training for the season The club is aiming to consolidate its already strong Colts section, from where several of the younger players have established themselves in the senior teams. Whitchurch combines excellent facilities, fully qualified coaches, and one of the most picturesque grounds in the county. If you are looking for a place to play colts cricket, or you are new to the game and just want to give it a try. There is a warm welcome for all. Training starts on Sunday, January 20 at 2pm. The session takes place at the Tavistock College Sports Hall. For more information contact Steve Hodge, Whitchurch Wayfarers Colts secretary, on or Riders shivering before the start of the Brentor Challenge and eager to get going. Plenty of energy from young riders Will Johnson and Matt Adams Division one winners Paul Ayris and Kerry Skinner in the four ball Stableford. Paul and Kerry tops in four-ball competition at Okehampton GC ON Saturday at Okehampton Golf Club a full field competed in a four ball better ball Stableford competition, all to count on the par threes. The winners of division one with 49 Division two winners Ron Copeland and Graham Harding with 47 points. points were Paul Ayris and Kerry Skinner, in second place were David Chammings and Peter Kiss with 47pts just ahead on the back nine from Rod Milsom-Smith and Colin Beardwell in third place. Division two winners were Ron Copeland and Graham Harding with 47 points, in second place were Rod Jones and Mike Charlesworth with 44 pts, in third place were Barry Ratcliffe and Will Kinkead with 43 points. WEST DEVON JUNIOR RUGBY ROUND-UP Okehampton U16s..21 Sidmouth U16s OKEHAMPTON started brightly playing down the slope and put the visiting team under pressure. Eventually this told when their blindside flanker broke his binding early to help quell another attack and Lewis Taylor knocked over the resultant penalty. Oke were soon on the attack again through strong running and good tactical kicking; they went further ahead following powerful forward play down the right; The ball came out to fly-half Palmer who ghosted through a gap to dot down under the posts; Taylor converted. Sidmouth then showed glimpses of attacking flair but the Oke defence was sound as their tackling and intensity as well as Sidmouth s lack of discipline kept them at bay. Okehampton then pressed towards the end of the first half and completed it going further ahead when the visiting scrum-half was caught offside at a scrum and Taylor duly obliged with the penalty to make it 13-0 at the break. The second period became a war of attrition with the majority of play between the two 10- metre lines. There were times when both sides were able to attack but it was invariable due to errors from the opposition. The home task was made easier as the visiting fly-half and playmaker was binned following a tip-tackle. Sidmouth s indiscipline gave away a penalty in midfield only to be marched back twice for backchat to put the kick within range, which Taylor accepted with aplomb. Sidmouth showed some fine attacking play, mainly down the left and were unlucky not to the cross the whitewash. Okehampton completed the scoring five minutes from time when winger Taylor timed his leap to perfection to claim an astute cross field kick from Ollie Francis on the 10-metre line. He broke through two tackles and handed off a would be third before outstripping the cover to score. Unfortunately his own conversion drifted wide. This week Okehampton U16s are away to Newton Abbot, kick-off 11am. Tavistock U15s Devonport Services U15s TAVISTOCK had a good turn out for the first game of the new year. Although the scoreline in this cup match was one sided the visitors played well throughout the first half with the half-time score being only 10-5 to the home side with a brace of tries from wing Jack Base. Devonport responded with an excellent try from their inside centre Toby Knowles. Due to injuries both teams agreed to reduce to 14 for the remainder of the game. The second half saw Charlie Fethany score after five minutes. Tavistock s Will Paul then scored with a superb unaided run from deep within his own half scoring under Services posts with Harry Dunlop converting to make it Following a Services attack, Charlie took the dead ball option and from the 22 and set up Jack Base for his second score. Further tries followed in quick succession from Joe Sellars and Seb Cox. Angus Hogg took the ball on his own 10m line and handing off several Services s players scored with a conversion by Joe Holbrook. Services s Toby Knowles scored a second time to make it Angus Hogg scored his second try after a good offload from Charlie before placing the ball over the line allowing a stylish conversion by Alec Hampden-Smith. Honiton U15s Tavistock U15s TAVISTOCK arrived in Honiton prepared for a hard fought game and what followed did not disappoint. The visitors displayed good attacking play from the start with Tom Zappala kicking back through and Charlie Fethney picking up and scoring the first try next to the posts with Matt Johnson converting. Good forward play from Honiton resulted in a try which they converted. From a Tavistock penalty Alex Lewandowski took the ball and passed to Alec Hampdon-Smith to set up a dynamic ruck and the ball came out to Harvey Curtin, on to Tom and finally to Charlie who sold a dummy and scored another great try, which were unconverted. Strong supporting team play resulted in the third try with Harvey passing the ball to Charlie, who ran nearly the length of the pitch at pace to score. A re-invigorated Tavistock started the second half with wing Jack Base putting in a crunching tackle and good hands from Finn Jenkins and Matt allowing Tom to make an incredible run for the visitors' fourth try, which he converted himself. Time and again Honiton gained and lost possession of the ball through consistent attacking team play by Tavistock including Nick Savage launching himself on the ball. TIMES, JANUARY 10, Times Sport Honiton kept on coming and some good ball handling resulted in their second and final try. Full back Ollie Wood s move to forward play was rewarded with a superb off load which Charlie F gathered and charged in under the posts for the fifth, unconverted, try. Honiton showed some good defensive play but the Charlie/Tom combo won through with Alex passing back to Tom for the sixth try. It was Tom who rounded off a fine performance from the team for the visitors' final try and a place in the quarter-finals. The team would like to thank all last Saturday s Morrison s shoppers who generously contributed to their Easter 2013 tour fund. South Molton U13s..14 Okehampton U13s...29 FIELDING a full 15 players for the first time this season, Okehampton made a great start as a good passage of play was finished off in typical bullish style by number eight Greg Daniel. It was the forceful back rower who also plundered the second try for the visitors, with a pick up and drive from a close range scrum. Both tries were unconverted. Okehampton carried on where they left off at the start of the second half with all the early pressure. The next try came when powerful prop Ethan Hoggins crashed over from a short range tap penalty move; centre Leon Horn converting to make it Molton were battling gamely though, and soon reduced the arrears with a try from their left winger under the posts to leave things poised at It was Greg Daniel again that put the result beyond doubt though, as he bagged his hat-trick with another pick up from a yard scrum. The best moment of the match arrived as Oke scored their fifth try. Greg Daniel stole ball at a breakdown, he found the player of the match Nathan Tompkins, making his debut, who carried play forward and offloaded to the supporting Leon Horn who took the ball at pace and cruised in between the uprights. He self-converted and the score was now 29-7 South Molton s left winger grabbed a consolation score with the last play of the match, but it was too little too late. A much improved showing from the Okes, who reaped the rewards of being able to field a full side in an entertaining match. Direct running pays dividends Cup merit Okehampton Colts...15 Barnstaple Colts PLAYING with the wind the hosts found it difficult to assert any early advantage in this cup match with the Barnstaple team enjoying the better of both territory and possession although no real threat was levied at the Okes line. Once the home side found their range the game took a significant swing. The back line started to hit their lines and while the Barum defence was holding firm, Chris Swash and Giles Heard made their mark with forwards recycling ball quickly the back row of Sampson, Folland and Abrams capitalised with ground making runs off the breakdowns. Direct running was beginning to cause problems for the visitors and from a defensive position fullback Dean Andrew ran the ball back with scrum half Nash taking the call from a storming run from Callum Pillivant on the blind side, the powerful lock took play deep into the Barum 22. Efficient recycling of possession saw the ball move forward and half backs of Nash and Petherbridge swung the ball wide through several pairs of hands to find back row player Abrams out wide to finish off an excellent passage of play for the first score. Direct running paid dividends after the restart with some superb pick and drive work from the forwards proving difficult to defend against. The hosts galvanised themselves with one man down and denied the visitors any real advantage. The direct running proved successful although Liam Sampson did well to come out unscathed after a flat out collision with Barum s prop Ashley Crouch. The Okes again threaten and with further excellent work from Abrams and Pillivant play was taken close to the visitors line leading to fly half Petherbridge touching down; he duly converted to make it 12-0 at the end of the half to the Okes. Early in the second half the Okes made some changes but with the visitors playing a territorial game kicking most possession deep into the hosts half it brought pressure on the Okes. While Searle and Petherbridge worked together, some excellent box kicking from scrum half Nash Oke kept the defensive lines intact. The forwards moved play upfield with the resultant pressure allowing Petherbridge to extend the lead with a penalty. This win for Oke Colts will lay down an important marker in the first game of the Cup Merit Table. Okehampton man of the match Dean Abrams. This week Okehampton Colts are home to Sidmouth Colts.

38 38 TIMES, JANUARY 10, Pendulum swings Penryn s way to deny Okes victory Western Counties West Okehampton Penryn THIS was not the ideal start to 2013 as a rusty Okehampton side produced a New Year hangover of a performance against a streetwise Penryn outfit. Pre-season, Penryn were marked down as many tip for promotion. Relegated from the league above, they started the season indifferently, and like Oke have suffered a points deduction. The Okes season has been up and down, mainly due to an appalling run of injuries. Things got no better this week, as the backline had an even more makeshift appearance with three quarters of it missing due to injuries, Even with all this disruption, the Okes had hoped for a win and a better showing than they produced. Losing the toss and playing down the slope, they started ponderously, and failed throughout the first half to play educated rugby and put the ball behind the visitors in the sticky conditions. Penryn had an experienced front five, and they were content to make inches at a time through a constant pick and drive game plan from their pack. The Okes unsurprisingly were unable to create much outside due to their enforced changes, but did manage a Carl Poynton penalty after 24 minutes for a 3-0 lead. Okehampton tried to play rugby in the wrong areas of the pitch, and as a result Penryn spent plenty of time in the home side's half. Carl Poynton missed two penalty chances for Okehampton and as the interval approached Oke still held just a three point lead. With the home scrummage below its usual forceful best, and a lineout that misfired dramatically all afternoon, the Okes gifted Penryn plenty of possession. Right on the break they took advantage as their inside centre made a half break, and offloaded in the tackle to the supporting fly half James Sevior. SO CLOSE FOR NORTH TAWTON Torrington North Tawton THE first half of this non-league match was a somewhat desultory affair with infringements by both sides. There were some bright spots such as when Tawton s centre Cameron Rickerby intervened in Torrington s line and made good ground, leading to a scrum on Torrington s 10 metre line which Tawton took well. Soon after Jo Madden took a lineout ball and wrong-footed the home side, leading to a penalty kick which took Tawton well into Torrington territory. After 30 minutes the deadlock was broken when Torrington s fly half Nick Evans slotted a penalty kick resulting from a yellow card for dissent by Tawton s scrum half Jack Phare. North Tawton levelled shortly afterwards with a good kick by fly half Jamie Stevens following an obstruction by Torrington. A well-placed kick upfield by Tawton s Okehampton flanker Simon Cox powers over for a try against Penryn. Picture by Dave Potter The stand-off added the extras The nip and tuck action himself, and Oke trailed at the continued before Sevior added a break 7-3. straightforward penalty for the The home side began the second visitors to tie up the score at 17 half in more impressive fashion, apiece. and retook the lead with their best With ten minutes to go it was passage of play in the game. Good Penryn who struck next however, interplay and support between as the Okes surrendered possession backs and forwards, saw flanker in the wrong area to gift a try to Simon Cox cross for a fine score winger Alex Ducker. Sevior again that was converted by Poynton to converted. make it 10-7 after 50 minutes. It was left to Okehampton's The lead was short-lived though versatile Tom McGratton to show as Okehampton loose ball in the any form of attacking threat when home half was not secured leading he powered up the right flank, and to Penryn centre Andy Sevior through some flimsy defence for a crossing for a try to regain the lead fine individual score. for the Cornishmen. James Sevior Unfortunately he crossed right in duly converted. the corner and the conversion to tie Back and forth the play went, the scores was too big an ask of fly and it was Okehampton's turn next half Poynton. to apply pressure. A series of close Okehampton had lost another scrums and tap penalties, close game by a couple of points. culminated in second row Sam After the brave performance in Turner forcing his way over from a adversity away at Ivybridge and ruck right on the line. Poynton Torquay, this was a step backwards added a fine conversion and at 17- for the Okes. 14, the Okes had their noses in This week Okehampton are front in spite of their below par away to St Austell side, kick-off performance. 2.30pm. North Tawton s Tom Chisholm gets himself back onside as the referee awards a penalty for a Torrington ruck infringement. Picture by Peter Hoggins Stevens took them back into the attack as half time approached. A penalty was conceded by Torrington in the ensuing play which Stevens converted from the 22 metre line to give North Tawton a slender advantage at the break. North Tawton made some changes in the second half to give their substitutes a run out. A good kick off led to a ruck on the Torrington 22 metre line from which the ball was fed to Rob North who made an initial break; he was supported by Mike Young and Will Lethbridge, who timed his run from full back perfectly to break the line for a try. Stevens added the conversion to put North Tawton 13-3 ahead. The next try started well inside Tawton s half with some neat interplay between the North brothers Rob and Andrew, running at wide receiver on the right wing, and breaking out of defence. Bill Sharp, now at scrum half, collected a loose pass and sprinted over for a try. The conversion went wide but Tawton were now 18-3 up. This prompted a spell of better play by Torrington and only good defence by Rob North and a clearance kick by Lethbridge kept them out. However shortly after Tawton conceded a penalty in front of the posts and Torrington took the tap-and-go option giving hooker Gavin Mitchell the ball to charge through for a try. The conversion by Evans took them to behind Tawton. Torrington kept up the pressure and from a scrum five metres out their number eight Conor Kendrew forced his way over for a try; the conversion was missed but Torrington were now only five points adrift. Late in the second half Torrington finally exerted the dominance their position in a league higher than North Tawton suggested. The winning score came from a scrum 10 metres from Tawton s line when the ball went loose from Tawton s heel and a pass out wide to left wing George Ward gave him space to go over for a try and edge Torrington into a two point lead. North Tawton came back strongly but they were so fired up they gave away too many penalties and just could not find the last vital score. North Tawton should be at home next week but check on their website at co.uk Times Sport Bridge too far for Tavistock Western Counties West Ivybridge Tavistock TAVISTOCK went into this match looking to complete a league double over the home side but came up short in a tight game. The early stages saw both sides trade possession until Tavistock strayed offside to give the home side an easy penalty in front of the posts to open the scoring. Following a series of scrums and rucks, a neat pass from fly half Rich Goldsby-West released Danny Luffman but he was halted by a great tackle on the 22. Ivybridge put pressure on Tavistock and following a series of rucks and rolling mauls it seemed certain they would go over but they were halted due to crossing. Tavistock responded and a long, high kick was chased by Simon Braithwaite who gathered, offloaded to Luffman but he was unable to break through. A crossfield kick collected by Hadfield saw him almost go in at the corner but he was brought down short of the line. The pressure was kept on and a penalty in front of the posts enabled West to level the scores. The home side responded and won a penalty in front that they kicked to retake the lead. Both sides were swapping possession and not making much headway until Tavistock won a penalty that saw them set up a line out five metres out. The catch and drive enabled them to go over in the corner with front row Lloyd James getting the touchdown. They increased their lead with another penalty by West. The home side hit back but stoic defending saw Tavistock turn a scrum five metres from their own line and then clear the resulting ball to end the half. The early stages of the second half saw both sides struggling to break through each others defences. The home side levelled when a rolling maul from a lineout in the Tavistock 22 enabled them to drive over. This was closely followed by another try as a series of rucks and mauls saw them go over to take the lead. The backs were not seeing much of the ball and another penalty enabled Tavistock to push the home side into the corner. From the resulting lineout, the forwards drove over for another try for Lloyd James in the corner. Ivybridge hit back but Tavistock repulsed a series of drives and mauls until a penalty enabled Ivybridge to close out the game with three more points. This week Tavistock first team are home in the league against Kingsbridge, kick-off 2.30pm. The seconds win by whisker Devon Merit division two Tavistock seconds..29 Exmouth thirds PLAYING their first game of the New Year, Tavistock seconds just managed to beat their visitors from Exmouth, by the smallest margin. The game was of two contrasting halves. In the first period, Tavistock dominated and ran in three tries from winger Richard Coker; scrumhalf Craig Pascoe and debutant centre Blake Smith. Flyhalf Martyn Credicott added three conversions and a penalty. In reply, Exmouth scored an unconverted try in the first minute of the match and a penalty midway through the half, to leave the half-time score at 24-8 in Tavistock's favour. The second half, with the visitors now playing down the slope, saw them dominate possession and they scored three tries; one of which was converted; and a penalty, which gave Exmouth the lead by 28-24, with ten minutes remaining. Tavistock started to get a hold of the game again and following pressure from the home side, the visitors threw a loose pass that was intercepted by Blake Smith, who galloped 40 metres to the line, to score the winning try, with just a couple of minutes left to play. Tavistock secured the restart and safely saw out the final moments, to record a narrow victory. Tom Dawe, Chris John, skipper Will Tomkins and Dan Hayward were outstanding among the forwards and new player Blake Smith; full back Rob Hockin and Craig Pascoe, were never far from the action among the backs. This week, Tavistock seconds are away to Kingsbridge in the Merit League. kick-off 2.30 pm. Tavistock seconds (in black and red) against Exmouth thirds in a close fought encounter at Sandy Park. 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39 Argyle Reserves go down fighting against Ax men Devon and Exeter division four Okehampton Argyle Reserves..3 Axmouth United OKEHAMPTON s second string put up a brave performance against an Axmouth side challenging for promotion and who have only been beaten twice this season. The home team were unlucky not to get a point. Argyle were caught slow out of the blocks, allowing Axmouth to take the lead in the first minute as the defence failed to cover a quick attack. Within 20 minutes, the sharp Axmouth forwards had opened up the home defence again to double their lead. However, Argyle were not overawed by their visitors and struck back when Tom Williams speed took him through the Axmouth defence to cut the arrears with a well taken goal. Argyle began to dominate midfield play and strung together some lovely moves but their IN the final visit to Horfield in Bristol, Tavistock Swimming Club closed out the season with a convincing win in the middle gala in the last round of the Arena National Swimming League division two. The gala consisted of five teams, with the opposition composed of Cirencester, Caradon, West Wilts Force 5B and Lydney/Cinderford. The final scores put Tavistock a clear 18 points in front of their nearest rivals Cirencester and Caradon who shared second place. The West Devon team enjoyed 14 first places, 13 second places and eight third places making up a total of 35 top 3 finishes out of 50 events. The first places, this time were led by the boys 13/U squad of Will Aveyard, Jake France, George Morgan and Luke Stephens who with the exception of a third in the backstroke completed a string of first places. Other notable performances in the younger age groups finishing did not match their approach work and they were caught out when a fine ball down the right released the Axmouth winger and his cross was neatly tucked away with the Okes defence guilty of poor marking. As half-time approached, Argyle showed they were going to make a game of it when John Coakley s persistence saw him beat the visiting keeper from close range. The second half saw Argyle dominate midfield play and Axmouth had to thank their keeper for a series of fine saves to preserve their lead. Midway through the half, Argyle received their reward when Matt Mortimer fired home a fierce shot from ten yards to level the scores. Argyle continued to press and only the keeper denied them, but 15 minutes from time, Axmouth took the lead when a right wing cross pinged off a defender and fell straight to the head of a visiting forward leaving Argyle keeper Harry Geering with no chance of saving the header. Five minutes later, a fierce shot from outside the area gave Axmouth a two goal cushion although Geering was unlucky as he got his hand to it but could not push it over the bar. Argyle threw caution to the wind and pushed centre half Matt Mortimer up front, playing a three man defence in an attempt to save the game, but despite winning a series of free kicks on the edge of the box, they were unable to reduce the arrears. Argyle man of the match was Matt Sanders who dictated play in midfield with a string of defence splitting passes. This Saturday, Okehampton Argyle the first team are again without a match while the Reserves are home to Newtown 3rds in Devon and Exeter division four, kick-off 2.15pm. Town swimmers thrive in Arena UMBERTO Bergonzini, the Tavistock and Plymouth Jujitsu club instructor, and his son Luca Bergonzini have just returned from attending the third jujitsu winter camp in the Italian Alps. The event was hosted by CSR Jujitsu Italia with guest instructors from Belgium, Poland and Sweden. Umberto, said: 'We had a fantastic time, filled with lots of hard training but at the same time with lots of fun especially when we took the day trip to Oberregen where we spent the day skiing, snowboarding and sledging. We all learnt a lot from the guest instructors, some of the best in the world. It was also good to share training tips and experiences with so Tavistock swimmers competing in the national league at Bristol. were for Sarah Teague and Will Cunningham, for winning the girls and boys 11/U 50m breastroke, and for Jessica James and Bethany Thompson, who provided wins in the girls 13/U 50m breakstroke and backstroke respectively. In the boys and girls 15/U squads there were two wins for Kieran Rookes in the breastroke and freestyle and some strong second positions. In the men s open relay Mike Best, Matt Edwards, Nathaniel Rookes and Gareth Williams won the medley and freestyle with Cameron McGurk and Kieran Rookes making up the six required. Gareth Williams added to this with a win in the individual 100m freestyle. Individually there were also a total of 18 personal bests achieved during the event, from all age groups. The swimmers who took part with the number of personal bests achieved in brackets were James Anderson, Sophie Anderson (1), Emily Attfield (1), William Aveyard, Gavin Ball, Sam Bates (1), Maddy Benyon (1), Mike Best, Ben Bowles (1), Jessamy Clemens (1), Will Cunningham(2), Harriet Edwards, Matt Edwards (1), Emily France (1), Jake France, Megan Groom, Grace James, Jessica James (2), Chloe Marks (1), George Morgan, Ieuan Noakes, Kieran Rookes(1), Nathaniel Rookes, Jack Rutley, Kathryn Stacey, Luke Stephens (1), Elizabeth Teague, Sarah Teague(1), Beth Thompson (2), Harry Thompson, Gareth Williams and Kirsty Williams The overall result cements the clubs position well and truly within the upper half of division two - a superb finale for the club year. If you are interested in joining Tavistock Swimming Club visit the Tavistock swimming club website at ZEAL DIVE AT DOLPHINS Devon and Exeter three Dolphin South Zeal Utd SOUTH Zeal started well on Saturday and took the lead after 20 minutes when a well struck free-kick, taken by Redd Cann, could only be pushed out by the Dolphin keeper into the path of Ben Davey, who finished well from close range. For the rest of the first half Dolphin had East Cornwall premier Elburton Villa Bere Alston United...3 IN an evenly contested first half, Bere Alston scored first when Darren Philips intercepted a pass and sent Aaron Rocky away round the keeper and slot home from a narrow angle. The second half saw both teams go for broke on a difficult pitch. Dale Simpson latched onto a through ball but slipped UMBERTO AND LUCA ENJOY ITALIAN JOB Jujitsu s Jacek Wysocki, Luca Bergonzini, Piero Rovigatti, Antonio Garcia and Umberto Bergonzini. many practitioners. All in all a wonderful experience and I am already looking forward to next year s camp. Luca entered a grading examination, which he passed with flying colours achieving the grade of nikyu which is represented by a brown belt with two tabs. He s now only two steps away from the coveted black belt. Umberto added: 'I was very proud of him as an instructor but also as a father. It was no easy task to grade in front of a panel made up of three international sensei all ranking black belt eighth dan - Piero Rovigatti Goju Ryu Jujitsu (Italy), Antonio Garcia Hakko Denshin Ryu Jujutsu (Belgium) and Jacek Wysocki Aikido (Poland). I got quite emotional when they all complimented him for doing so well and shaking most of the possession and equalised when a attempted clearance was deflected into the path of a Dolphin forward and his shot went over the Zeal keeper and into the roof of the net. South Zeal could have gone ahead early in the second half but chances went wide and the home side took the lead half way through the second half with a when the keeper came to smoother the ball to slot home. Back came Elburton to reduce the score with a stunning 20 yard screamer. Bere went 3-1 up when a back pass left Elburton keeper stranded; Euan McCall reacted first and helped the ball over the line with a desperate keeper diving to try to retrieve the situation. Bere made and missed a host of chances and, Local football fun: (top row Neil Jordain, football development officer and Nick Lane, Sports Centre manager. (Bottom row) James Carr, assistant Sports Centre manager and Matt Smallacombe, Sports Centre assistant. Just Play footie for free WEST Devon men who miss a kickabout with their mates are being offered the chance to play football for fun. Just Play is a new project coming to the borough in 2013 offering men of all ages an informal way to play football without the commitment of joining a team. The scheme is sponsored by the confectionery giant Mars and has the backing of The Football Association and West Devon Borough Council. Tavistock Community Sports Centre is the first venue in West Devon to register as an FA Just Play Centre and will be running sessions every Tuesday between 5 and 7pm on the all weather pitch. The first session is on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 and it will be free of charge so people can come along and see what Just Play is all about. Neil Jordain, the TIMES, JANUARY 10, Times Sport good header from a corner. The visitors now pushed forward and deserved a second goal but Dolphin broke after a Zeal attack was thwarted leaving one of their strikers to run through and score. South Zeal to their credit never gave up and had the home side hanging on to their two goal advantage until the final whistle. Rocky first for Bere on their way to away win his hand.' This month the clubs are running beginner s courses. Contact Umberto on or go to one of the classes in Launceston, Tavistock or Tamerton Foliot in Plymouth. with no apparent danger, a free-kick taken by United s Rob Jinman led to a Villa goal; he passed it to an Elburton player, who played it first time for Landricombe to run through and score. However, this did not distract from a good all round team effort by the visitors. On Saturday Bere Alston are away to Probus. Kick-off at 2.30pm. borough council s football development offficer, said: There is no need to worry about equipment, a referee or pulling a team together we do all that. You just have to turn up and play! I hope it will appeal to people who miss the fun of an informal kickabout with their friends or who lack the time to join a football team. There is also the added benefit of getting fit and the low cost of the sessions should make them accessible to most people. Future Just Play sessions will cost 2.50 with a 50p discount for members of the Sports Centre. Participants with limited time can turn up from 6pm and enjoy just an hour s play. The sessions are only open to males over 16 years. For details contact n.jordain@westdevon.go v.uk or call Yelverton Villa off to flying start Plymouth and West Devon four Woodford Yelverton Villa YELVERTON started 2013 brightly with a dominant performance against Woodford, scoring their opening goal inside the first two minutes. Villa forced a corner from their first attack, which the Woodford defence could only half clear, and the ball ran out to Steve Harwood who smashed in a 25 yard shot which was too hot for the Woodford keeper to handle. The Woodford defence gifted Villa a goal in the 10th minute when a woeful back pass was intercepted by Ben Pridham, who fired home past the helpless keeper to double the lead. Yelverton continued to dominate the game, with Ben Maughan and Dave Harwood seeing good chances going just off target, but were unable to add to their lead before the break. Villa started the second half as brightly as the first, catching the whole Woodford team asleep from the kick off. Following a quick break down the left, the ball came to Pridham in the box; his effort was blocked by the sprawling Woodford keeper, but was unlucky to see the ball rebound to Mike Chatfield who fired the third goal into the unguarded net. The Yelverton defence was solid, in particularly Tom Lewis who had an inspired game while keeper Mike Lopez, when called upon bravely dealt with Woodford's attacks. Villa continued to dominate and Adam Measom saw his header whistle past the post but wrapped up the points when Pridham bagged his second with a towering header from Maughan's corner. On Saturday Yelverton are home to Princetown kick-off 2pm. WEST Devon 'rivals' Yelverton Villa FC and Princetown FC put together two eight-a-side teams each to play out a round robin set of 30 minute games at Tavistock Colleges all weather pitch. The games were all played friendly manner, the rain held off and all the games where fairly evenly contested. Princetown teams were first and fourth with Yelverton teams taking second and third spots. Player of the day Ryan Smale from Princetown was the main difference between the teams.

40 40 TIMES, JANUARY 10, 2012 TT/ECT/PT POLICE Desk THE spoiler was pulled off the boot of a small silver car parked in Parkwood Road, Tavistock, between 10pm on Thursday, January 3 and 8am on Friday, January 4. The car s bodywork was damaged as a result. The spoiler has not been recovered so its removal is being treated as theft as well as damage. If anyone knows the whereabouts of the spoiler, or has any information relating to the incident, contact police, quoting crime reference number JT/13/22. Burglars have stolen property from several garages on the Tiddybrook Estate in Tavistock. Police said it seems the incidents happened in the early hours of December 30 at Kingfisher Close, Goldfinch Gardens and Buzzard Road. Police said bicycles were obviously being targeted as a boy s Ben 10 mountain bike was stolen (black and green) at one address, at another address a man s Chris Boardman bike in grey was stolen and an expensive maroon and white man s mountain bike was also stolen. JT/12/1624, 1626 and Police are Surprise for Alfie after Christmas theft by Sam Hughes A YOUNG boy had a New Year s surprise when members of the community rallied together to buy him a new bike, after his was stolen last weekend. Five-year-old Alfie Hearn and his two siblings all received new bikes for Christmas but Alfie only managed to ride his once before it was stolen from the family s garage in Tiddybrook, Tavistock on Saturday, December 29. Alfie s mother Lizzy, said: The garage is locked but a neighbour said that the door was ajar and that we had better check there was nothing missing because hers had been broken into the same evening. Alfie had only ridden it once on Christmas day. When Lizzy s partner checked the garage, he discovered Alfie s bike was missing. Lizzy said: We reported it to the police, and they said there had been five other break-ins in Tiddybrook that evening. 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On request from the incident commander a further unit from Callington and one from Saltash were mobilised. Crews wore breathing apparatus and used a hosereel to extinguish the fire, which is thought to have started accidentally. VEHICLES BOUGHT FOR CASH with or without MOT Up to 1000 cash paid Also scrap cars wanted Call Mark on appealing for witnesses to an assault that happened in Tavistock in the early in the morning of New Year s Day. The victim was attacked by a male at an address by the Co-op in Market Street. He was then dragged to outside the Bird s Nest Chinese restaurant, where he was punched to the head and then kicked to the head once on the ground. The attack took place between 5.30am and for the bike and to warn people about the breakins. By Monday a lady called Ali, whom the family did not know, set up a Facebook page urging for donations to help buy a new bike for Alfie. Lizzy said: I don t know exactly how many people donated because there were so many people I don t even know. It was great to show Alfie that there are good people out there and they re not all bad. After donations flooded in, Alfie was able to get a new bike by Wednesday (January 2). Both Alfie and Lizzy have expressed huge thanks to Ali and to everyone who donated. Anyone who has any information about the stolen bike should contact police on 101, quoting crime reference Association s number JT/12/1627. A day of pruning THE Tavy and Tamar Apple Group has arranged a winter apple pruning day on January 26 in two orchards in the Tavy Valley near Bere Alston. The tutor will be Charles Staniland who has many years of experience with such courses throughout Devon and ensures that it is a hands-on day. The day starts at 10am and finishes at 3pm. For more information, costs and to book your place, go to the website: or briankay1@tiscali.co.uk Tavistock Kitchens The Complete Kitchen fitting service Howdens Kitchen Showroom (Original Focus building) Supply & fit from stock. Worktop fitting service covering all materials from stone to solid wood ~ am on January 1. Anyone with any information relating to this incident should contact PC Costantin at Crownhill Police Station, quoting crime reference JT/13/5. In emergencies, when life is threatened or when a criminal is still in the area, call the police by dialling 999 or 112. Crimes and incidents of a less urgent nature should be reported through the central enquiry desk on 101. Crimestoppers Freephone People passing information are guaranteed complete confidentiality. West Devon Victim Support Scheme can be contacted on Car fire FIRE crews were called to Chillaton just before 9am on Saturday, following reports of a car on fire. On arrival crews found a car well alight. Two breathing apparatus and one hose reel jet were used to extinguish the fire which severely damaged the private car. June Wildman, chair of the Tavistock Memory Café, is pictured receiving a substantial 800 cheque from Devon county councillor Debo Sellis. The money will help the café buy a projector and screen to help the development of the group s Further Journeys project. The presentation was made at the Anchorage Centre in Tavistock on Saturday afternoon, where the group meets. Picture by James Bird Heather elected to serve on Olympic Commission OLYMPIC silver medal winning modern pentathlete Heather Fell from Merrivale is one of six Olympians elected by their peers to serve on the British Olympic Athletes Commission. Heather, who won silver at the Beijing 2008 Olympics, will serve a four-year term on the commission. The BOA announced on Monday that she was elected, alongside rowing s James Cracknell and Katherine Grainger, track and field athlete Christian Malcolm, diving s Leon Taylor and hockey player Kate Walsh. There were 21 candidates contesting the six places on the commission candidates must have competed at an Olympic or Olympic Winter Games since Sydney Heather, who is currently ranked tenth in the world and took silver at last year s World Cup Final, said: I m really excited to be on the commission. It s an honour to be elected, but it s also a real responsibility and I hope I can represent people the way they would like me to. Tavistock s Kate Allenby, a bronze medal winning pentathlete at Sydney 2000, was elected to the commission two years ago and steps down. The commission, which was formed in July 2010, is an advisory group that represents the perspective and expertise of athletes and provides input to the many initiatives and programmes offered by the BOA. Alan and Sandra call time... NEXT weekend will see the end of an era for one of Tavistock s longest standing landlords, as he finally calls time on Saturday night. Alan Jones and his wife, Sandra, have been at The Cornish Inn for almost 27 years. During that time, the couple have employed almost 400 people on a full and part-time basis at both the pub and its former adjoining wine bar, Barnaby Jones, now Jack Chams club. Alan said he and Sandra had enjoyed their time at the pub and had met many wonderful people over the years. Alan said I m 75 in March, so it s time for a rest! We are going to retire and live comfortably in Tavistock. Hopefully, I will be able to play a bit more golf although it will be better when I don t have to wear Alcoholics Anonymous If alcohol is costing you more than money Call us today in complete confidence C P SHEDS MANUFACTURERS OF QUALITY GARDEN BUILDINGS. 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The bar is being moved completely, the whole thing s being taken out and I think there will be lots of tables everywhere, so you can eat anywhere, not just in a restaurant area. The window at the back where the stairs are is going to become a door to a decking area behind the pub it s going to be unrecognisable and I think it s going to look very nice. St Austell will be getting a tenant in to manage it I have to say, they ve bent over backwards to be helpful to us, so I hope it will be very successful for them. Dry Log Briquettes Now produced and supplied at the Tavistock Salvage Centre Ltd Granite Cobbles / Wood burners Granite Kitchen Worktops Slate Hearths and Flooring Tel Mob tavistocksalvagecentre@gmail.com