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Motor Neurone Disease Association

Motor Neurone disease (MND) is a fatal rapidly progressing disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. It attacks the nerves that control movement so muscles no longer work. It can leave people locked in a failing body, unable to move, talk, swallow and eventually breathe. MND kills six people per day in the UK. It affects up to 5,000 adults in the UK at any one time. It has no cure.

The MND Association is the only charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland focused on MND care, research and campaigning. We rely almost entirely on voluntary donations. Our 5,000 plus active volunteers are the lifeblood of the Asso- ciation. Their hard work and dedication allows us to reach out to more people liv- ing with MND, offering compassion, help and support when it is needed most. Our 9,000 members, are the driving force behind our work. They provide funding, volunteer and campaign on our behalf.

Because we are here, no-one has to face MND alone. Find out how you can support our work, at www.mdnassociation.org, or contact our local fundraising group in North Devon, which meets once a month, on 01769 572681. RIVERSIDE Caravan & Camping Park South Molton

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Cabaret Entertainment Night The Chulmleigh and District Society At Kings Nympton Parish Hall on Saturday 29th is delighted to be sponsoring the February. Monies in aid of the Australian fire dis- opportunity for anyone who would aster. Doors open and bar 7pm. Featuring from enjoy the experience of playing in 7.30pm: Roland Sanders comedian/compere, an orchestra to do so by playing Harvey Stroud singer/guitarist, Steve Dyrda ac- alongside the Bondleigh Barn Band. cordionist, Janet Lake singer. Ticket price in- The band began in 2013 with six players and cludes a pasty and pudding during the interval. Richard Edwards, its musical director, meeting in £10 per person, reserve tables for groups of 8, if a barn in Bondleigh. It now has over 40 players desired. Tickets 07811 427295 or 01769 580983. who meet once a fortnight to enjoy making music together. It has been invited to play in public in- Snowdrops! creasingly and has raised over £13,000 for local Snowdrop Valley is a privately-owned remote val- causes and charities. ley near Wheddon Cross. The Badgworthy Land Richard said “This is an opportunity for anyone Company kindly allow access to the valley while who fancies the idea to come along and enjoy the the beautiful carpet of snowdrops is in bloom. fun of making music with other folk. In rehearsal Park and Ride Buses will be running from Whed- the band will prepare music it has not seen be- don Cross from Saturday 8th February to Sunday fore and would welcome visitors to sit with them 23rd February inclusive. Call 07507 797169 for and play along. We cater for violin, viola, ‘cello, more information. double bass, oboe, flute, clarinet, bassoon, trum- The closing date for entries for this year’s Snow- pet, french horn, tenor saxophone, acoustic gui- drop Valley Photography Competition, organised tar, banjo and keyboard. If you play another in- by Cutcombe Parish Council, is 7th February. A strument please be in touch and we shall en- winner presentation will take place on 23rd Feb- deavour to make provision for you”. ruary at 12noon in the Moorland Hall, Wheddon To participate in this free event please contact Cross for the winners of each category – Flora, Liz Wesson on 01769 580005 or email Fauna, Landscape, Junior and the People’s [email protected] giving your name, instru- Choice. Full details at www.wheddoncross.org.uk ment, what sort of standard you are (however rusty, whatever age) and if you would like after- Devon Community Learning Academy noon tea. Music will then be prepared for you ac- Upcoming training & online learning courses cordingly. As we get settled into the new year, if you're Saturday 14th March at Chulmleigh Pavilion, thinking about refreshing your knowledge or Leigh Road, EX18 7JW at 3pm rehearsal, learning about a new subject, the Devon Commu- 4.30pm afternoon tea, 6-7pm concert nity Learning Academy has an array of fantastic courses coming up in 2020. The courses cover; Exmoor Food Fest community development, digital marketing and Eat your way across Exmoor! For the sixth time, benefit system training, plus much more! Visit restaurants across Exmoor and a little bit beyond www.devoncommunities.org.uk for information. will offering great deals for lunches and dinners The Rural Cinema from 1st February-1st March. Visitors and locals alike have the opportunity to eat amazing food Chulmleigh’s Rural Cinema has announced this prepared by award winning chefs at a price which year’s programme of monthly films at the Pavilion will allow foodies to try out new venues and re- in Leigh Road. Screening on Fridays, the doors turn several times to their favourite restaurants. and bar open at 6.45pm before the film starts The Exmoor Food Fest is all about celebrating 7.30pm. Ice creams are be on sale in the interval. the best our hospitality sector has to offer. Upcoming films are 14th February: Downton Ab- More information: www.exmoorfoodfest.com bey (PG), 13th March: The Good Liar (15) and 17th April: Official Secrets (15). Contact: 07881504863 Chimney sweeping

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Families for Children The Pannier Market in S Molton Are you considering adoption but not sure where has been voted as one of the best in to start? Families for Children is holding an infor- the country at the National Association mation session to give you the opportunity to find of British Markets Awards after finishing out more. Whether you are in a relationship, sin- in the top ten. South Molton was the only market gle, mixed race, LGBT+ we would love to speak in Devon and Cornwall to make it to the finals to you! So come along and talk to our friendly and finds itself up against some big markets in- team to find out more on 12th February from 5- cluding Swansea, Newcastle, Hull and Chester. 7pm. at The Voice FM, Belle Meadow Court, Al- Described as the Oscars for the market industry, bert Lane, Barnstaple, EX32 8RJ. Visit our web- members of the public were invited to vote for site www.families forchildren.org.uk or call for their favourite market.. more information on 01271 612004. It has been a busy year in S Molton with new market supervisor Will Tyacke running the popu- Last year the Safe Sleep project, helped 111 peo- lar country markets on a Thursday and Saturday, ple, at least 36 of whom are now in secure ac- which are consistently fully booked with almost commodation. This year, North Devon and Tor- 70 stalls. Will said, “We are so pleased to have ridge councils have joined forces to provide the been voted as one of the best markets in the service to rough sleepers across both districts. country….considering we are quite a small town Safe Sleep is based at the Salvation Army Centre in comparison to the other markets I think this is in Barnstaple and will be open until 31 March an achievement which we can be quite proud of 2020. Housing officers from both councils are and I’d like to thank everyone that took the time now calling for volunteers to help out, as well as to vote for us”. requesting donations, including: The market has seen a number of diverse events •tinned soup and tinned tomatoes being staged, including an appearance by Brit- •pasta and rice, lentils, beans and pulses ain’s Got Talent Finalists the D Day Darlings, a •tea, coffee and biscuits live broadcast on market day by Radio Devon •board games for adults and the successful Guinness Book of World Rec- North Devon Council’s Lead Member for Housing, ord attempt for the World’s Largest Rugby Ball Councillor Nicola Topham said: “We are very which arrived in the market by helicopter. Along- pleased to be opening our doors to those in need side the weekly markets the venue also plays during the cold winter months by offering shelter host to monthly salvage fairs and flea markets at night and refreshments. We would be very which also attract a healthy footfall to the town. grateful for volunteers to help out at the Centre Events and Promotions Manager, Melanie James until March, making tea and coffee, providing a said: “We have tried really hard this year to stage warm welcome, and supporting staff. If you have a range of different events that appeal to a broad any provisions you don't need, please take them spectrum of people. We have exciting plans for to Lynton House in Barnstaple.” next year lined up with some great bookings Prospective volunteers are asked to email the coming in and it’s great to see that our efforts Council’s Service Lead for Housing, Vulnerable have been rewarded.” The top ten markets are Persons and Community Safety, Natasha Row- independently judged and the winner announced land on [email protected]. on 30th January. Ballroom Dance Classes

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10.30am-1pm book 01884 861181 Jumble Sale, E Worlington School PTFA, 2-5pm Bingo, Village Hall, Brayford, 7 for 7.30pm Quiz and Carvery Meshaw YFC, Sportsman’s Inn, Sandyway, Dominick’s Close, Parsonage Lane, South Molton 7 for 7.30pm Ferret Racing for N Devon Hospice, Coaching Inn, S Molton, 7pm Charity Quiz for N Devon Hospice and Motor Neurone Dis- ease Association, Barley and Vine, S Molton, 7.30pm Pledge Auction for British Heart Foundation, Village Hall. Dance, Victory Hall, N Molton, 7.30pm 01598 740477 Umberleigh, 7 for 7.30pm 07780 993014 Barn Dance, Village Hall, Brayford, 7pm 01598 710236 9 Stan and Ollie (12A) S Molton Film Society, George, 7.30pm 10 Uplands 2030, Westpoint, Exeter 10am-3pm 23 Men’s Rugby Ramble, Barnstaple northdevonhospice.org.uk Auctioneer, Chris Hampton, S Molton WI, Methodist Hall, 2pm Car Boot Sale, S Molton Vintage Rally Club, Pannier Market, 11 Coffee morning, RNIB, S MoltonU3A, Village Hall, Filleigh, 10 11am 01271 378019 Musical Memories, Age Concern, S Molton, 2-3.30pm Joint Worship, Parish Church, Chittlehampton, 11am 12 Literratzi, litter pick, Pannier Market, S Molton, 9.30am Snowdrop Valley Photo Competition prizegiving, Moorlamd Informal Concert 3, Recital Room, W Buckland School, 1pm Hall, Wheddon Cross, 12 noon 01598 760100 24-26 Legally Blonde, Queens Theatre, Barnstaple, 7.30pm W Families for Children, adoption, The Voice, Barnstaple Buckland School EX32 8RJ, 5-7pm 01271 612004 24 Coffee morning, Abbeyfield, Duffield Court, S Molton, Brayford WI, Village Hall, 7.15pm 10.30am-12noon, 01769 574764 Dance Club, Village Hall, Knowstone, 7.30-10pm 25 Strove Tuesday: Pancake Day 13 Memory Café Amory Centre, S Molton, 10.30–12.30pm Pancake Lunch, Anstey Hall, Yeo Mill, 11.30am-2.30pm 07855 837077 Musical Memories, Age Concern, S Molton, 2-3.30pm Barley and Vine Folk Club, East St, S Molton, 7.30pm 07553 S Molton Town Council Meetings, Town Hall, 6.30pm 072074 26 Ash Wednesday Whist Drive, Tiverton Staghounds, Village Hall, Thelbridge, Friendship at the Beacon, dementia group, Baptist Church, S 7.45pm Molton, 2pm 14 St Valentine's Day Quiz, soup and dessert evening, Circuit Mission Event, Meth- Pitch in a Pound Day for N Devon Hospice 01271 347204 odist Hall, S Molton, 7pm Bishops Nympton Gardening Club, Parish Hall, 7.30pm Dance Club, Village Hall, Knowstone, 7.30-10pm Downton Abbey (PG), Rural Cinema, Pavilion, Chulmleigh, . 27 Haunted History Walk from George, S Molton, 7.30pm book 6.45 for 7.30pm 01769 580005 01805 624624 Plough 15 Deadline for items for March’s Community News Maltese Falcon, classic film, S Molton Library, 6.30pm Barnstaple Museum reopens Acoustic music night, Barley and Vine, S Molton, 7.30pm 07553 Spanish Conversation Gp, S Molton Library 10.30-11.30am 072074 Bench Grafting Course, Orchards Live, near Lapford, S Molton Deanery Synod, Parish Hall, Bishops Nympton, 7.30 10.30am-3.30pm book 01884 861181 28 Back to the 1780’s concert. Town Hall, Dulverton, 7.30pm Stargazing night hike and pub supper, Crown, Exford 01398 323818 Wor 5.30pm, book 07990 521604 Moor Movies, Village Hall, Winsford, 7.30pm Bingo, S Molton Vintage Rally Club, Church Hall, 7.30pm S Molton Organ & Keyboard Club AGM, Methodist Hall, 7.30 17-21 School Half Term 29 Big Breakfast, Bishops Nympton School PTA, Parish Hall 17 The Knight Family, Rob Wilson-North, Chulmleigh History Leap on board Locals Day, Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Rail- Society, Pavilion, 7.30pm 01769 580137 way 10am-5pm, bring a utility bill as proof 01598 753486 18-19 Table Tennis + games, S Molton Library Farmers Market, Lion Car Park, Dulverton, 10am-2.30pm 18 Coastal Heritage Project, J Penfold, N Devon Archaeological Quiz Night and Supper, for Church funds, Parish Hall, Brush- Soc, N Devon Museum, 7.30pm ford, 6.30 for 7pm book 01398 323393 19 With a Spring in my Step, Tracy Johnson, Chulmleigh Floral Art Cabaret Entertainment Night for Australian Fire Disaster, Club, Pavilion, 7.30pm 01769 581241 Parish Hall, Kings Nympton, 7 for 7.30pm book 07811 Bishops Nympton WI, Parish Hall, 7.30pm 427295/01769 580983 Dance, Village Hall, W Buckland, 7.30pm 01598 760437 Ben 20 Chulmleigh Society Annual Dinner, 01769 581398 Whist Drive final , Tiverton Staghounds, Parish Hall, Kings Nympton, 7.45pm MARCH 21 Story Time for under 5’s, S Molton Library, 10.30-11.15am book 01769 572128 1 Flea Market, Pannier Market, S Molton, 10am-3pm Blinded by the Light (12A), Dulverton Films, Town Hall, 7 7 Dance, for Club Funds, Village Hall, Knowstone, 7.30-11.30pm for 7.30pm 01398 323474 8 Happy as Lazzaro, S Molton Film Society, George, 7.30pm 22 Pancake Morning, Victory Hall, N Molton, 10.30am-12noon 9 Bishops Nympton Local History Society, Parish Hall, 7.30pm 11 GSCE Concert, Recital Room, W Buckland School, 4.30-9pm Family Craft, S Molton Library, 10.30-12noon 01769 572128

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Help the Hospice Did you know that South Molton Library is one This is your chance to make a real dif- of 50 libraries run by charity Libraries Unlimited? ference to support local men who are going Libraries Unlimited is a staff and community- through the toughest of times and need the care owned charity and social enterprise. Every penny of N Devon Hospice. Our Men's Rugby Ramble is we raise goes directly towards library services that a 5-mile circular walk from Barnstaple Rugby help make a difference to people’s lives and com- Club on Sunday 23rd February. You will kick off munities. Through home library visits, one-to-one with a hot pasty, walk to our English Rose Bar IT and business support, community events, free for a refreshing pint courtesy of St Austell Brew- library services, advice and resources, we provide support to people of all ages ery. Onwards to our Irish Shamrock Bar for a pint You can support us to continue delivering life of Guinness before you touchdown at the Rugby changing library services by coming to our events Club once more. Here you finish with another cel- (listed in the Events Diary on pages 4 and 5), buy- ebratory pint of beer and a choice of hot buffet, ing our nearly new books and local crafts, becom- before watching the Six Nations England v Ire- ing a Friend of the Library or making donations. To land game on the big screen! You also receive a find out more please drop in and see us or visit our branded beanie to wear during the walk to show website www.librariesunlimited.org.uk/support-us. your solidarity for local men being cared for by N Devon Hospice. Get the boys onside, sign up for Spanish Lessons: would you like to learn this brand-new at www.northdevonhospice.org.uk Spanish? I am hoping to run a begin- ners’ course, six lessons for £36. For Organ donation changes more information, please contact Mary Tait [email protected] or see From spring 2020, organ donation in www.taittranslate.co.uk England will move to an 'opt out' system. You may also hear it called 'Max and Keira's Law'. Uplands 2030; New Era, New Opportunities This means that all adults in England will be con- on February 10th, 10am to 3pm at Westpoint, sidered to have agreed to be an organ donor How will you be farming and running your upland when they die, unless they have recorded a deci- business in 10 years’ time? Uplands 2030 is be- sion not to donate or are under the age of 18, ing jointly run by the SW NFU and AHDB. Now a lack the mental capacity, are visitors to Eng- regular event, the SW Uplands conferences have land, or have lived in here for less than 12 developed a reputation for bringing in a predomi- months before death. nantly farmer audience and tackling the biggest You still have a choice if you want to be an organ issues of the times in a positive way. donor or not when you die. Get the facts about The focus is always on solutions and answers organ donation to help you decide. Visit www. and not descending into rabbit holes of despair. organdonation.nhs.uk. Call 0300 303 2094 Mon- For Uplands 2030 the theme the future of farming day–Friday 8am-8pm, Weekends 8am-4pm. Mini- on SW uplands. We are looking at how farmers, com: 0845 730 0106 Text chat: 07860 034343 landowners, government, national parks and aca- demics see the opportunities. We will look at what might be the ways to make money in the coming years, where the focus of the key buyers (commodity, government and environmental) is going to be and how farmers can get involved. Speakers from: farmers from across England, North Devon Council fund a Defra, Exmoor National Park, Duchy of Cornwall, Environment Agency, Derek Gow Consultancy, home improvement loan scheme NFU, AHDB, University of Exeter. for homeowners and landlords*. Book at [email protected] We understand the expense of maintaining your or 01392 440700 home. We want to help you to take the stress out of funding repairs, improvements or adapta- TURNER FRAMES tions to your home. Peter Turner, friendly & personal We see you as an individual, not a credit score. bespoke picture framer For a free, no obligation home visit Mount Cutting-Framing-Box Framing-Glazing-Repairs or more information: Call me for a free no obligation quote, Contact Wessex Resolutions CIC no job too big or too small on 01823 461099 or visit Paintings-Prints-Textiles Memorabilia-Photographs-Certificates www.wessexresolutions.org.uk *Subject to eligibility Tel: 01769 581615 Mobile: 07802 256349

LEARN TO BALLROOM DANCE Enjoy the Health Benefits! Fun, social dance evenings, with professional tuition £1 - Leap on board Locals Day at Bishops Nympton, Bampton and Chittlehamholt Leap on Board on 29th Februaryfor £1 - Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway £1 single ticket travel for Ballroom, Latin, Social and Sequence dancing local qualifying postcodes. Railway open 10am- For more info, please call: 01769 550899

5pm. £1 single travel qualifying postcodes (just WEDDING DANCE TUITION available on request. bring a utility bill evidence for your group) EX16, www.happy-feet-dance.co.uk EX17, EX18, EX19, EX20, EX21, EX22, EX23, EX31, EX32, EX33, EX34, EX35, EX36, EX37, EX38, EX39, TA21, TA22, TA23, TA24 What better way to refresh Contact: 01598753486 your diet after a season of over-indulgence than to get more veg into your Wildflower Farming meals? Aromatic beetroot curry with quinoa and coconut—Serves 4 Matthew Cooke and his family are determined to help the environment by converting their farm Oil for frying e.g. sunflower or coconut 2 onions (3-4 if small), peeled & finely sliced pasture at Great Avercombe in Bishops Nympton 1 tbsp black mustard seeds into wildflower meadows, providing better habi- 800g beetroots, peeled & chopped into 1-2cm dice, or tats and offsetting carbon emissions. They want thin wedges 2 large or 3-4 small garlic cloves, peeled & finely to work in partnership; farmers, councils and gar- chopped den owners together, each doing their bit to cre- 6cm piece of fresh ginger, peeled & finely grated ate more wildflower ecosystems restoring a lost 2 tsp ground coriander environment. The 97% decline in wildflower 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp turmeric meadows since the Second World War is not a 1 cinnamon stick natural event; it has occurred due to farming 2 bay leaves practices driven by consumer and Government 1-2 red chillies, deseeded & finely chopped - add to your taste for heat priorities. The effect was further exacerbated by 4 tomatoes, roughly diced commercial pressure from supermarkets de- 1 tin coconut milk manding more for less from farmers. A little hot stock or water, to thin the curry if needed 2 limes, juice to taste The Cooke’s vision is to convert modern mead- 2 tbsp toasted desiccated coconut or coconut chips ows back to wildflower meadows, creating a pan- Salt & pepper orama that is full of colour, “We can only do this Cooked quinoa (or use rice or naan, as you prefer) & yoghurt to serve with your help, we have already started, believing it to be right. Together, using your support we will Heat 2tbsp oil in a large pan with a lid. Gently fry make wildflower meadows a thing of the future the onion for 10mins, stirring now and then. Add a not just of the past”. If you want to help fight cli- splash of water if it looks like catching at any mate change become a Wildflower Farmer. Your point. Add the mustard seeds. Fry until you hear subscription will help create wildflower meadows them start to pop. and then maintain them. Subscribers receive Add the beetroot, garlic, ginger, coriander, cumin, their own pouch of wildflower seeds, taken from turmeric, cinnamon, bay and chilli to your taste for the same batch sown at Avercombe. Businesses heat. Stir for 2mins. can also join in to offset their carbon. The Cooke Add the tomatoes and coconut milk. Season, cov- family will give you special updates on the project er and simmer for approx 25mins, stirring now and and you will receive advice and support on how then, until the beetroot is tender. Top up with a to grow your seeds. More information on splash of stock or water as needed, to prevent the www.wildflowerfarmer.co.uk curry from drying out too much. When the beetroot is tender, squeeze in lime juice POLITE NOTICE ! and add more salt and pepper, all to taste. Please pick up your dog’s poo Serve sprinkle with toasted coconut and serve with We all do, why can’t you? cooked quinoa (or rice) and a dollop of yoghurt.

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