SOUTH HUISH PARISH NEWSLETTER October—November 2020
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SOUTH HUISH PARISH NEWSLETTER October—November 2020 Editor: Jan Carter Tel: 560086 e-mail: [email protected] now available online at www.southhuish-pc.org.uk For comments or suggestions for this newsletter please contact the above Free to residents of Hope Cove, Galmpton and South Huish Sponsored by: The Parish Council Printed by: Nick Walker Printing Ltd. Kingsbridge The Autumn issue usually has to contain the 'C word' (Christmas), but this year it also means 'Covid- 19' which, sadly, is still with us and affecting our lives. Changes to guidelines and restrictions are frequent and numerous and therefore some of the information in this issue may not be correct by the time of reading. But we battle on and there is still plenty of help available if you need it. The list of volunteers with contact details is displayed on the parish council website – the address is on the front cover – in the window of Hope Post Office & Stores, or you can telephone the Editor for a copy – contact details also on the front cover. I expect most people were aware of the film unit which descended on Hope Cove for a week last month and filmed scenes at various locations around the village. For anyone who hasn't heard, it was for a comedy programme called 'Princess' (which may be a working title only) for BBC & Apple tv, due to go out next year. Redfern Health Centre - Salcombe INFLUENZA VACCINATION - APPOINTMENT BOOKING INFORMATION We would like to notify patients, who are registered at the Redfern Health Centre, Salcombe and who qualify as ‘at risk’ patients, that we will be holding our annual influenza immunisation clinic at Malborough Village Hall on Wednesday, 14th October 2020 from 9:00-12:30pm. Please note that due to COVID-19 and to follow government guidance we will only be able to see patients at the village hall this year, who have booked an appointment *Please telephone the health centre 01548 842284 to book your appointment for this session Eligible patients in the ‘at risk’ groups are as follows: All patients age 65 years and older Asthma or chronic lung disease Chronic heart disease eg Angina, heart failure Diabetes Chronic liver or renal disease Those without a spleen Pregnant Main carer for an elderly or disabled person, whose welfare may be at risk if the carer falls ill Please book an appointment to attend this session, or for one of the clinics held at the Health Centre, which includes Saturday 10th October. Tel: 01548 842284 *You will not be able to attend the village hall session without an appointment. FORC AGM The Friends of the Redfern Centre will be holding their AGM on Thursday 19 October commencing at 7.30 pm. It will depend upon Covid-19 restrictions at that time whether this will be held in Malborough Village Hall or via Zoom. For confirmation nearer the date please contact the Secretary, Jan Carter on 560086. Macmillan Coffee Morning/ Take Away Thank you to all those who came to enjoy the delicious cakes and drinks on a glorious September Saturday morning. We raised a staggering £580 for Macmillan and once again I thank you for your continued support especially in these difficult times. I must also thank the fabulous team of volunteers that make it all possible. Carol Riley Hope Cove Life Boat The lifeboat is still very active with the crew recently changing from training sessions via 'Zoom' to now launching the boat and doing real hands-on training with various simulated exercises to develop and test their skills. All this has to be done whilst remaining 'Covid' safe which has meant reviewing all our activities on a constant basis to improve and change the way we operate as we learn more about the virus and its implications in all the actions we take. We continue to respond to 'shouts' during the busy summer period and have been involved in a variety of rescues which we list on our website and on the Facebook page. After ten years Graham has decided to stand down as Chairman, and although not involved in an administrative capacity will continue to actively support the Lifeboat, particularly with regard for the collecting boxes distributed around the South Hams. He takes over this role from Ann Pedrick who has done this for the last 10 years, and during that time has collected nearly £20,00.00 for which she is to be congratulated and hugely thanked. The crew and trustees would like to thank Graham for his leading role and major contribution over these years in establishing the lifeboat and its continued operation. He was to many people the 'VOICE' of the lifeboat at all our events and will be sorely missed. Steve Baguley is currently acting as chairperson while the trustees review and decide on what the role should encompass and who would best fit this for the future. The trustees have been continuing to carry on the business side of the lifeboat and have held two covid compliant meetings using a mixture of 'Zoom' and live groupings. The local MP Anthony Mangnall paid us a visit and met some of the crew and trustees to get an understanding of the issues we are facing due to Covid with the ongoing procurement of PPE and the major impact on our fundraising of not being able to run events and sell the promotional merchandise. There is no government provision of PPE for Search and Rescue organisations although we are required to equip the crew to a specified standard when training and under live rescue conditions. I was then called with very little notice in early August for a live on air interview about these issues by BBC Radio Devon which received some good feedback and interest. Our next major fundraising event this year is our annual Quiz night at Malborough Village Hall on the 21st of November, posters with details of how to book one of the limited number of tables for team of 6 will be going up around the village and details will also be on the website and Facebook. Like all currently planned activities this is assuming we do not have to comply with any significant changes to the Covid regulations. The trustees and crew all maintain their high level of contribution of their time and energy to ensure the continued service to locals and visitors to this special part of Devon. This commitment is demonstrated by the very good turnouts for training and shouts and the full meetings of the trustees. Steve Baguley Hope Cove Lifeboat Charity Golf Day The Covid driven rearrangement of the Hope Cove Lifeboat Charity Golf Day took place on the 25th September at Thurlestone. It was a very successful day, challenging conditions definitely and a great turnout considering the strange year we’re all having. The golf course was in lovely condition, plus the club really looked after us and served a nice selection of food on the day. A big thank you to all the teams that took part, a local team captained by Malcolm Toone won the event with an excellent team score of 81 points. A great score given the strength of the wind and seven points clear of the pack. As ever I am very grateful for prize donations from Moore Scarrott, the Cottage Hotel and South Sands Hotel, both Thurlestone & Bigbury Golf Club, Hope Cove House, Oceans Restaurant, Sand Pebbles and a few others. Many thanks, it makes a real difference. The biggest winner though is the funds we raised for the Lifeboat, this should be just over £2,400 which is fantastic given the current climate and very much appreciated by those concerned. Thanks again, I hope I can count on the participants and prize donations when we have our next HCLB golf day in May 2021, Covid permitting! Ken Riley HOPE COVE PILATES IS BACK !! WE ARE AT A NEW VENUE - GALMPTON VILLAGE HALL ON A THURSDAY 4.30 – 5.30 pm We are a small, friendly group and have some spaces available TO BOOK A PLACE:- Call Liz on 07878 199 824 Or just text the word “PILATES” We have been open from 4th July welcoming residents and non-residents. We are following government guidelines to ensure your ‘safety’ and well-being. If you are considering a visit please telephone so we can guarantee a ‘socially distant’ table is available for you and please remember to wear your face mask as you enter the hotel building. We are still offering a take-away service, please contact us for more information. We look forward to welcoming you, our festive lunch and dinner menu is available from mid- November and our special locals' accommodation winter offer commences Monday 16th November, from £65.00 per person (for a 1-night stay) OR £62.50 per person per night for 2-nights or more, in a double sea-view room including a bottle of chilled prosecco on arrival, dinner, bed and breakfast , Sunday – Friday inclusive, supplements apply to balcony rooms and single occupancy of a double room. (Subject to our availability). The hotel will be closing this year from 10th – 31st January inclusive, re-opening on 1st February 2021. If you have any concerns or question on our Covid-19 operating procedures please call on 01548 561555. Holy Trinity & St. Clement’s news Holy Trinity Galmpton is open daily from approximately 9:30 am till 4:00 pm for quiet contemplation. Please feel free to visit the church but we ask you respect the Covid restrictions and recommendations.