Winter 2014 Published and Funded by St Martin by Looe Parish Council

St Martin By Looe

‘Last Posting Day’, from an original watercolour by Sue Hyde

Winter 2014 Published and funded by St Martin By Looe Parish Council.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our Parishioners. [email protected] www.stmartinbylooepc.btck.co.uk

1 St Martin By Looe Parish Councillors Contact Numbers.

Chairman Robert Henly 01503 240738 Vice Chairman Roberta Powley 01503 240650 Councillors Barbara Reynolds 01503 240520 Lynne Burt 01503 240383 Mike Elford 01503 265922 David Keeble 01503 263525 John Broad 01503 264459 Parish Clerk & Magazine Editor Charles Hyde 01579 340905 [email protected] County Councillor Armand Toms 01503 264823 atoms@cornwall.gov.uk Advertisements If you would like to include an advertisement in the next edition of St Martin By Looe News please contact The Clerk, Charles Hyde on 01579 340905 or by email [email protected]. Costs: £20 for a full page, £10 for a ½ page, £5 for 1/3 page. Contract discounts are available. The magazine is printed quarterly and has a circulation of 300 copies which are hand delivered to every home in the Parish. Contributions We always welcome contributions from people living in the Parish. If you would like to air your views on a particular subject or have a photograph or piece of artwork for the front cover please get in touch with The Clerk. Statutory Disclaimer All articles and advertisements are published in good faith, St Martin By Looe Parish Council cannot check all details in the articles and any views ex- pressed may not necessarily reflect those of the Parish Council. Neither can we be held responsible for the actions of any advertisers now or in the future. 2 Welcome to the Winter Edition Well here we are again, another winter, Christmas and New Year, let’s hope for less violent weather this year and a safe and happy Christmas and New Year. In this issue you will find some great articles and stories, together with a simple but tasty recipe that the kids will love. Remember that if you have anything you wish to include in future issues please send them to me, details on page 2. Planning Applications Applications were received for:- The conversion of a former restaurant to create a single dwelling at the Granary Restaurant. The erection of a single garage at Wendron, Millendreath. Donations A Donation of £25 was made to Headway Cornwall, a charity who support brain injury survivors and their families. 2015/16 Precept. A budget of £9635 has been submitted to Cornwall Council for the years 2015/16, a reduction of 14%. Downderry Childcare 15 hours FREE Childcare We are now government funded for 3 & 4 year olds We will pickup & drop home saving you time and money All childcare requests catered for within S/east Cornwall Before & After School pickups Downderry/Looe/ St Germans/Trenode Childcare Vouchers accepted/Student grants For all your childcare needs contact :- KERRY LAKE 01503 250264 Or visit www.downderrychildcare.co.uk

3 Fingerpost Project At last the fingerposts in the parish have been repaired and replaced, I think you will all agree they look great again and are a valuable resource. B3253 Safety Scheme The construction of the footpath from Holland Road to a crossing on the B3253 at No Man’s Land and associated road safety improvements has been completed. The two street lights are to be installed shortly. The Parish Council have received many com- ments about the scheme, some good, some bad, all have been passed to the design team at Cormac Solutions. There will inevita- bly be a period of adjust- ment and as we have already seen an ele- ment of driver error, during this period we ask that pedestrians take extra care. County Councillor Ar- mand Toms is asking for the southbound bus stop to be moved to the new footpath. Parish Council Meetings You are always welcome to attend the meetings, however, requests to speak must be made in writing of by email to The Clerk at least 48 hours in advance, contact details on page 2.

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5 £575.00 was sent to the Children's Hospice S.W. from the proceeds of a Grand Jumble Sale held in the Hall on the 25th October. There was also a raffle and delicious cream teas with homemade scones, books, children’s toys, bric a brac and lots of other items for sale. These events are always very popular and this one was very well attended. The committee would like to thank all those who helped to make this event such a success. On the 9th November a Remembrance Service was held with Rev Philip Sharp officiating to commemorate the people of the Parish who gave their lives during conflicts. Wreaths and poppies were laid by the war memorial in the hall garden by the Mayor of Looe Mr David Bryan and his wife, Louis Portman the President of the Looe branch of the Royal British Legion and his wife, Mrs Roberta Powley representing St Martins Parish Council and Mrs Tracy STEVE WILLS HAULAGE We can supply Dumpy Bags / 25kg bags of Decorative Chippings Sand and aggregates Cement and Blocks Tipper & Grab Hire Delivery or collection available Fast efficient service Tel: 01503 220641 Mobile: 07970072394 Fax: 01503 220120

6 Chudleigh representing No Man’s Land Hall. Also attending the service were Councillor Armand Toms and members of the public. The amount raised for the Royal British Legion was £57.70. We will remember them. On the 6th December we had our Christmas Fayre with mince pies and of course- Father Christmas with gifts for the children. There was various craft and gift stalls and a raffle. It was a lot of fun! There will be a raffle on the 19th December at our very popular Christmas Bingo. Lots of prizes to be won! Doors open at 7pm, eyes down at 8pm. All welcome. Don’t forget; the hall is available for bookings and there are allot- ments available. Please contact Mrs Roberta Powley on 01503 240650. The Hall committee would like to thank everyone for their support during 2014 and to wish you all a very Merry Christ- mas and a Happy New Year.

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7 Bertie was a very good boy. He was kind, obedient, truthful, and unselfish. He had, however, one great fault,—he always forgot. No matter how important the errand, his answer always was, "I forgot." When he was sent with a note to the dress-maker his mother would find the note in his pocket at night. If he was sent to the store in a great hurry, to get something for tea, he would return late, without the article, but with his usual answer. His father and mother talked the matter over, and decided that something must be done to make the little boy remember. Christmas was near, and Bertie was busy making out a list of things which Santa Claus was to bring him. "Santa Claus may forget some of those things," said his mother. "He cannot," replied Bertie; "for I shall write sled, and skates, and drum, and violin, and all the things on this paper. Then when Santa Claus goes to my stocking he will find the list. He can see it and put the things in as fast as he reads." Christmas morning came, and Bertie was up at dawn to see what was in his stocking. His mother kept away from him as long as she could, for she knew what Santa Claus had done. Cornwall Council Getting in Touch General enquiries (and all services) 0300 1234 100 Children, schools and families 0300 1234 101 Libraries 0300 1234 111 Benefits 0300 1234 121 Adult care and support 0300 1234 131 Refuse and recycling 0300 1234 141 Planning 0300 1234 151 Housing 0300 1234 161 Council tax and business rates 0300 1234 171 Registration services 0300 1234 181 Trading standards 0300 1234 191 Environmental management 0300 1234 202 Environmental health & licensing 0300 1234 212 Roads, transport and parking 0300 1234 222 8 Finally she heard him coming with slow steps to her room. Slowly he opened the door and came towards her. He held in his hand a list very much longer than the one he had made out. He put it in his mother's hand, while tears of disappointment fell from his eyes. "See what Santa Claus left for me; but I think he might have given me one thing besides." His mother opened the roll. It was a list of all the errands Bertie had been asked to do for six months. At the end of all was written, in staring capitals, "I FORGOT." Bertie wept for an hour. Then his mother told him they were all going to grandpa's. For the first time he would see a Christmas-tree. Perhaps something might be growing there for him. It was very strange to Bertie, but on grandpa's tree he found everything he had written on his list. Was he cured of his bad habit? Not all at once; but when his mother saw that he was particularly heedless she would say, "Remember, Santa Claus does not forget."

9 Council Leader launches start of debate on Case for Cornwall Cornwall Council Leader John Pollard has launched the start of a debate on the powers Cornwall should be demanding from the Government with the publication of the draft “Case for Cornwall”. Presenting the first draft of the Case for Cornwall to Members of the Council earlier this week, Mr Pollard said it was time for Cornwall to be given the freedom to manage its own affairs. “Seeking more powers for Cornwall is not new – we have been striving for more autonomy for years” he said. “This has provided us with experience, expertise and confidence and we want to continue that journey. We know that we can deliver and we now want to seek the ability to act as the people of Cornwall wish, not as Westminster will allow.” “Cornwall has a clear border, the Cornish have minority status, we have one heritage and we are one council. These are the special attributes that devolution can and should capitalise upon.” The draft document, which has been developed by a group of Members and officers over the past few months, sets out a number of “asks” based on the granting of new powers and freedoms for Cornwall. These range from a five year fairer funding settlement for all public services in Cornwall and devolved delivery of funding and investment streams, to greater control over large scale energy infrastructure, additional powers to decentralise bus regulation and retaining a fraction of fuel duty to maintain Cornwall’s extensive road network. The Council will be holding a consultation on the draft Case for Cornwall in the New Year. This will include a consultation with partners and stakeholders and the opportunity for members of the public to give their views by letter or e mail. All views will be considered and will help shape a final document which will be considered at a meeting of the full Council on 20 January. “We need to create a document which can speak for the whole of Cornwall, for all sections of society and all interests, including businesses, local communities, and politicians” said Mr 10 Pollard.”We need to create something that is direct, clear and well- founded and will gain widespread support. The proposals have been divided into those we want to achieve now, some of which are already in the pipeline and have widespread support from partners, such as the LEP, while others still need further discussion”. “I recognise that no one will be happy with everything but I believe we can set a campaign, support our Strategy, fight for change and bring greater devolution to Cornwall, if we are all prepared to act together and stand up for Cornwall.”

To drive safely you must concentrate. Talking on the phone dis- tracts your attention from the road and this can lead to an accident. You cannot be in full control of your vehicle if you are using a mobile phone while driving. The law says... While driving, you will be breaking the law if you pick up or use any type of phone that is, or must be, held to operate it. You will receive a £60 fine and three penalty points on your licence. You may not use your phone: · While driving; · When you are stopped at traffic lights; · When you are queuing in traffic; · To receive calls, pictures, text messages or to access the internet. Never use a hand-held phone while driving · You are not in full control of your vehicle if you are holding a mobile phone while driving. · Keep the phone switched off. Only use the phone after you have stopped in a safe place. It is best not to use a hands-free phone while driving · Using a hands-free phone while driving will distract you. Although you may think that a hands-free phone will enable you to control the vehicle, your mind will not be fully on your driving. It is not like talking to a passenger who is aware of the traffic conditions and can see what is happening while you are driving.

11 Well, Well, Well! Once upon a time, when the first Elizabeth was Queen, there was much unrest in the land. The monasteries had gone – and all their good works – and the countryside was beset with beggars and vagabonds, the halt and the lame, wounded soldiers and political refugees. Parishes had to raise a tax! This did not meet with universal approval. Paying out for the misfortunes and misdeeds of the itinerant dispossessed was not happening! But it was seen as fair to care for your own parishioners. Legislation was imposed. The church had to provide a locked coffer for registers of baptisms and deaths. The congregation was required to ‘beat the bounds’ of the parish so that everyone grew up knowing where their responsibilities lay. Licences to travel were introduced – and anyone found beyond their home parish could be whipped and branded. So St Martin’s beat its bounds (on Rogation Sunday) and Morval beat its bounds and it became apparent that there was a piece of land that was not claimed by either – No Man’s Land! It was a

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12 sanctuary! The original Celtic Estate boundaries would have been streams. The original manors were Bucklawren, Tregarland and Treveria and there weren’t any streams at the top of the hill! Treveria was split up and Morval parish created so boundaries became blurred. To add to the confusion, new roads were driven through the area. Originally the lane from Bindown went to Bucklawren and the coast via Pethick! And the road from Looe went by the church to Longcoe and followed a stream and went through Treveria. The Military Road moved armaments from the Barbican to the Signal Station at Penhale and the Turnpike Road carried traffic West from Torpoint. Boundaries changed again. So the exact location of No Man’s Land is unclear. But it is now in Morval so I expect one of the Bullers co-opted it when they held power and purse-strings. My guess is that the well was provided by the Turnpike Trust as a Watering Hole on the hilltop. It would have replaced the Spring in Springfield!

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13 During the recent road safety improvements the ancient well at No Man’s Land was covered over. Before the well was lost from sight these photographs were taken and will be preserved as a historical record of the ancient well. A plaque has been installed to mark the position of the well which has been noticed by many people walking the new footpath. Photos courtesy of Cormac So- lutions and Councillor Armand Toms.

14 A great idea for breakfast flapjacks - ideal if you can’t get the kids to eat breakfast properly Ingredients 85 grams mixed nuts roughly chopped. 200 grams oats, 85 grams self raising flour. 40 grams dried cranberries. 70 grams unrefined Demerara sugar. 125 grams Flora buttery melted. 3 tbsp. Golden Syrup. 2 bananas mashed, 1 egg. 12.5 grams sunflower seeds. 12.5 grams white sesame seeds. Method Pre heat the oven to 180c gas mark 4, place all dry ingredients in a mixing bowl apart from seeds, stir in the Flora with the syrup and the egg, mix well and spoon into shallow 20cm square tin, smooth the top and sprinkle with the seeds, bake in the oven for 20 mins or until cooked, mark into 12 slices whilst warm, cut up when cold.

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15 The Coca Cola Christmas Truck will be coming to Looe on Monday, December 15 and details of the visit have now been revealed. The Christmas Truck will be parked on Buller Quay car park, East Looe and will be open to the public from midday until approximately 8pm. There will be stalls on the car park and Coca Cola is providing a choir and Christmas festivities. Lions Club of Looe and Looe Community Academy will be providing a hopper bus service around the town for local residents, to enable them to leave their cars at home. There will be out of town parking and a free shuttle bus service will operate continually between car parks from 9am to 9pm.The car park locations are The Snooty Fox and Grace Church, Morval Looe Bay Holiday Park, Polperro Car Park (relevant charges apply), Tencreek and Millpool Car Park (relevant charges apply). Coaches are asked to park in the Millpool car park. Some parking areas are free, charges will apply in the Millpool and Polperro car parks. Cornwall Council has asked that visitors make use of the out of town parking or use public transport where possible. Looe Police Station contact number. If you need to contact your local Police Station you can use the number below: 01503 266173 If there is no one available to answer your call please leave a message and a member of the team will contact you on their return. To report a crime, or for information and advice: Call 101 (Calls cost 15p) Emergency 999 01392 452935 (Minicom) 0800 555111 (Crimestoppers)

16 17 Join us You may be familiar with us as a local community group of volun- teers who, inspired by the Cornwall Wildlife Trust, since 2007 have been protecting, conserving and helping to broaden knowledge of the marine environment in and around Looe. Are you interested in wildlife? Have you chosen to live in Looe because it's a beautiful place by the sea? Do you care about it? Do you have children or grandchildren who love looking in the rock- pools? Then read on...... New Year Beach Clean 3rd January 2015 On Saturday 3rd January, you can find out more about our group by joining us for the first event of our 2015 programme. We'll be meeting at the Coastguard Station, West Looe at 11 am to see what the New Year has washed in on Hannafore Beach. Team efforts to clean the beach can be great fun, combining a social event with a good cause as we count and submit data on what we find. After- wards, from 1 pm, we'll be adjourning to the Raffles Bar at the Hannafore Point Hotel to announce our 2015 Events programme. All welcome.

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18 Events Programme 2015 Our 2015 events programme features a varied mix of walks, talks, beach cleans, social events & BBQs. It covers diverse topics from seal pup rescue to Looe Island history, from global and local threats facing sharks and seabirds to what fish is sustainable to eat. We also organise regular public events for locals and visitors alike. Our rock pool rambles are a particular highlight whilst our annual camp over on Looe Island and the regular seal survey trips are restricted to members only. 2015 event information will soon be available on our website and Facebook page, updated with specific details closer to the event date. Monthly Meetings 2015 These will be held the 3rd Tuesday of every month at the RNLI Station (6.30 to 9 pm). Often with a guest speaker, our monthly meetings are OPEN TO ANYONE to attend. We're a friendly group of individuals from mixed backgrounds and age groups bound together by a common interest in protecting marine wildlife and the environment. We're lucky to have one or two experts amongst us - but no knowledge is necessary to take an active interest. So come along and tell us about your wildlife experiences, share concerns with others, learn about threats and solutions to protect our marine life. We'd like to encourage you to take an interest and get involved." If you'd like to know more, please send us a message via our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/looemarineconservationgroup Website: www.looemarineconservation.org/contact-us/ or contact Chairperson Gill Bridges on 07939 045810

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20 1. The carol "Silent Night" was written in which country? 2. Where did "Good King Wenceslas" rule? 3. What was the last Beatles' Christmas number one? 4. Which Christmas plant has the Latin name"Hedera"? 5. Who sang the opening line of "Do They Know It's Christmas" for Band Aid II in 1989? 6. To which city does New York cop John McClane travel to on Christmas Eve in "Die Hard"? 7. What fruit is used to make a Christingle? 8. Why did Joseph and Mary travel to Bethlehem? 9. Which British group had the last Christmas number one of the seventies? 10. What was first brought to Great Britain by William Strickland in 1526? 11. Which European country was the first to issue a Christmas stamp? Answers on page 23 Big Breakfast 2015 To celebrate Big Breakfast Week We will be holding an All Day Big Breakfast At St Martins Church Hall, Looe. PL13 1NX (next to St Martins Church) on Saturday 31st January 2015, 9.00am – 4.00pm Pay at the door £8.00 Proceeds to St Martins Church, Looe and Rotary Shelter Box Bring and Buy for Childrens Hospice South West More Information Tel: 01503 240738

21 The RSPB and the BTO suggest feeding birds all year round, however, it is a priority that we provide food during the colder months. Dawn and dusk are the key times of day to ensure food is available. Putting out a good mix of food on bird tables and in feeders will encourage a variety of birds in to your garden, providing them with an essential increase in body fat and energy. It is also important to provide the birds with clean water to drink and bathe in. Baths should be cleaned regularly to avoid diseases. Food can consist of just a feeder with a good mix of seed to a variety of seed, nuts, fat balls, fruit and meal worms – all will attract many types of birds and give them a good chance of surviving the long winter nights. At the time of writing I have a pair of Fieldfare and a Redwing feeding on my windfall apples which are left just for that purpose. Other regular visitors to my feeders are Great Tit, Blue Tit, Coal Tit, Chaffinch, Greenfinch, Goldfinch, Sparrows and Robins – cleaning up the dropped seeds on the ground are Pigeons, Pheasants and Jackdaws. Any food on the ground should be as far away from CHENPUMP UK LTD. The Pump Division of CPMR Ltd PUMP & WATER ENGINEERING SPECIALISTS Boreholes, Drilling & Dowsing, Wells & Private Water Supplies, Sewage & Waste Water PH, UV, Iron Water Treatment & Filters, Pipes, Spares & Fittings, Pressure Boosting Rainwater Harvesting, Service & Maintenance Contracts Sales Service & Repairs, Site and Full Workshop Service 24hr Plymouth (01752) 695688; Aaron Bray Mobile 07973 120224 www.cpmr.co.uk: www.chenpump.com [email protected] A family company providing a professional service covering all of Devon & Cornwall, Moors inc. 22 shrubs and bushes as possible to avoid ambush from the family cat – not all of this years birds will survive the Winter but it would be nice to think that with a little help a good number will. Article by Dave Keeble

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