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MARCH 2012

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EDITOR — 01566 781339 COMMUNITY LIAISON POLICE — 01566 771419 MAIN POLICE SWITCHBOARD — 08452 777444(non emergency) HALL BOOKING CLERK — 01566 781411 C OF E VICAR — 01566 785365 CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU — 01208 74835 www.tresmeer.com NHS DIRECT — 0845 4647 If you would like to link your DENTAL HELPLINE — 0845 5000 230 LEISURE CENTRE — 01566 772551 business or profession to us, — 0300 1234 100 Have photos of the area, articles, RSPCA — 08705 555999 or information TOURIST INFORMATION — 01566 772321 contact : [email protected] LAUNCESTON MEDICAL CENTRE - 01566 772131 CRIMESTOPPERS - 0800 555 111 NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH CO-ORDINATOR– 01566 781339 WILDLIFE CO– ORDINATOR– 01566 781339 TRESMEER PARISH COUNCIL – Do You Know.... ENVIROMENTAL MANAGEMENT:0300 1234 202 You can advertise events in TRESMEER on VILLAGE SHOP 01566 781819 www.launceston-2020.co.uk? You just have to send the details to Cherry at NON-EMERGENCY GENERAL POLICE [email protected] CONTACT NUMBER— 08452 777444 ——————————————————————————— “TRADESMEN” PLEASE NOTE NEW CHARGES FOR We have had enquiries about the experience, reliability and TRESMEER VILLAGE HALL from April 2011 quality of work done by our advertisers. We would like to point Hire Charges: out that the printing of an advert by “the gazette” does not imply Due to the increasing prices on gas and electric, it was decided to review our an endorsement or recommendation. Many of our supporters are hiring prices. not actually known to us personally. Our New prices as follows: Morning/afternoon/evening to regulars £12 recommendation if in doubt, is to ask for the name of at least 2 One off events £15 customers that have used the service/s provided. A bona fide Evening event with bar: £25 tradesman will not be insulted or phased by this request. All day hire charge £30 with bar £35 These new prices will start from April 2011

47 PAGE 2 I don’t know about you guys, and I can only speak for myself, and not one for wishing away time, and it may well be just me...but the last month has been a hard one. Condolences to Val Martin and family on their loss of Graham and also to Kathy Arnold and family on their loss of Ian, both residents of Tresmeer.

But forward we go and there is no stopping time and movement of it. The sea- sons come, rolling one into the other. But today...today you are! Today you can achieve all you want , today you are someone, someone special who de- serves the best, today you breath the same air that I breath, we see the same sky, we all walk on the same earth, that earth that one day we will all return too. Make your walk meaningful, just like those that have parted.

Forward notice with my Parish Council Hat on. A FREE day of entertainment and fun for all the people of the village to cele- brate the Diamond Jubilee Monday 4th June. (More details to follow)

The Fish n Chip van seems to be growing in popularity...keep it up.

Don’t forget to come out to the hall event on March 31st. Excellent entertain- ment and an evening on your doorstep, Bring your own drink. See advert on page 17.

Great news...Working with the committee of Tresmeer “St. Nicholas” Church An agreement to open the church from 1st June through to the 1st September 2012,for the enjoyment of locals and visitors, has been agreed. Direction signs have been made, and a wooden cross, to replace the brass one, very kindly made by a local resident from reclaimed wood from the pews of Tregeare church. I feel so blessed to live in this community with all you wonderful people. Thank you for all your help and positive attitudes

It’s not what you take from this world but what you leave

Thought for the month Mothers Day soon! Sunday March 18th (Beautiful homemade cards now in stock at the shop)

PAGE 3 46 CORNISH TRACTOR CLUB Spring Equinox Retreat Saturday 31st March A weekend of connecting with Mother Earth, the returning Ford & Fordson Nostalgia Working Day light of Spring and the growing inner light of our being. En- Trewen, Pipers Pool joy peace and tranquillity in this secluded corner of North Open to public Cornwall amidst ancient woodland and rolling hills and join 9am till 5pm us to celebrate the vibrant energies of Spring in Treworra’s beautiful scenery. A retreat that reaches into your core and For more information on any of the above or to find out more about reaches out to Gaia with ~ Early morning Breath Yoga fol- Cornish Tractor Club Call: 07810168702 lowed by mindful meditation to instil peace and spacious- ness. Shamanic bee spirit ritual. Service to the land by Sun 1st April Eastern area annual tractor excursion starting from helping us to create Treworra’s very own vegetable garden, Trewen (same site as Fordson day) meet 9 30 am for 10o/c start or by helping to clear and maintain the beautiful scenery 30/35 miles with off road sections open to all road LEGAL tractors around us. Spirit Dance ~ uplifting and inspiring 5 rhythms over 25 years old , dinner venue to be announced . dance session. A sacred fire pit ritual to stir the returning please book in you tractor and meal requirements by Thurs. 29th light within the land. March on 078 101 687 02 Telephone 01840 261798 Treworra Healing Centre, Davidstow Cornwall PL32 9XY Friday 16 Mar 2012 You ask me why I love the Lord. Well, friend, just let me say Life was not worth living I kick the gravel from beneath my feet. Crunching, grating stones fly off in- 'Till the Saviour came my way. to the dense undergrowth. My breath exhaled from my mouth as if a mist rolling in from the sea, hands deeply entombed in my pockets. Head bowed, You say I lose so much in life. and deep in thought. One foot in front of the other, I walked forward. Where Yes, friend, PRAISE GOD, I do. was I? Where was I going? Thoughts of nothingness filled my head. Oblivi- I lose the sin and sorrow ous to my surroundings. It felt like I had been walking hours, but in reality it Which was all I ever knew. was only 30 minutes as I caught a glimpse of my watch. The overhanging trees cast a gloomy atmosphere over the space I walked in. I lose the days spent seeking joy, The shock was engulfing me. The gurgling inner fear began to bubble up in- The long nights full of tears; side me. My hands became fists inside the safety of my pockets. My jaw I lose the heavy burdens, tightened, and teeth grinded. My throat now becoming spasmodic and up- Which I carried through the years. wards from my inner me came a volcano of noise. Birds flew like clapping hands from the trees. The area became colder. Shivering, sobbing, collapsing But friend, I would not have them back I surrendered to reality. I had set it free and it disappeared into the eternity of For all that you could pay. space. Every volcanic eruption of anger, fear and sadness became less and My life was not worth living less powerful within me. I turned and faced me, I gathered myself together, 'Till the Saviour came my way. dusted myself off, turned and walked into the sunshine. —Author unknown 45 PAGE 4 A little shop with a big impact on the community!

Fresh Bread, Papers & Magazines, Licensed, Fresh Meat, Local Eggs, Fresh Fruit & Veg, Dairy Products, Cigarettes, Frozen Foods Household goods, Coal & Logs HOMEMADE CAKES FRESH COOKED PASTIES

Pay Bills, Electric Key& Mobile Phone Top Ups.

CARD PAYMENTS AVAILABLE

Next to Tresmeer Village Hall OPEN Monday to Saturday 7.30am till 6pm Sunday 8am till 1pm ALL AT VERY COMPETITIVE PRICES

 3 COURTESY CARS AVAILABLE Telephone 01566 781819  MoTs (ALSO AVAILABLE SATURDAY MORNINGS)  SERVICE  REPAIRS  24-HOUR RECOVERY Did you know?...Hydrogen is an explosive gas. Oxygen supports  FUEL combustion. Yet when these are combined it is water which is used  HANDY GAS to put out fires.  CIGARETTES  CONFECTIONERY  FRESH MILK  HOT PASTIES GAZZA’S TAXI SERVICE Call me on : 07538737898 OPEN 7:30AM - 6:00PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY SATURDAY 7:30AM - 1PM Will go anywhere LAUNCESTON 01566 86640 MOBILE 07773929579 44 PAGE 5 THE “NIPPY CHIPPY” Lakeside Gallery Comes to Launceston, Cornwall TRESMEER Lakeside Gallery was established in 1989 by Linda and Roger Garland (in hall car park) primarily to exhibit their own work, but also to promote book illustration as a serious art form and to make it accessible to a wider audience. The Thursday 29rd March 2012 work of Seth Garland (son), who specialises in Modern Realism and Amy Garland (daughter) pet and wildlife artist are recent additions and 5pm till 7pm have added a new diversity to the gallery's output.

The Permanent Tolkien Collection Permanently on show is The Tolkien Collection, over seventy commis- COFFEE MORNING sioned paintings and drawings illustrating Tolkien's World. All works TUESDAY 27th March were commissioned by Allen & Unwin and Harper Collins prior to the 10am till 12 noon film during the 80's. They represent Roger's visual interpretation of Tol- ENTRY 70p kien's famous Middle-earth and are iconic images in the publishing world.

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Website: http://www.lakeside-gallery.com TOM’S LOGS 14yr old local lad selling FOR SALE MIXED LOGS EXERCISE BIKE Hardly used and in perfect condition. Counts calories, pulse rate, (seasoned & unseasoned) choose settings, silver and white in colour. Feed bag full £3.50 Roger Black Fitness £175 or offers Collect outside house or, FLAT SCREEN TV Will deliver bigger quantities if required Almost New. Selling as have been given bigger one. Nice Toshiba Regza Please contact Tom Pollard 01566 785149 32” Flat Screen (Langore) PAGE 6 Tel:PAGE 01566 43 781633 Cornwall & Devon Computers, have 21years Quiz Night experience meeting the needs of businesses in the West Country. We have obtained most of 24th March our business accounts from recommendations at Otterham and St Juliot Hall, Marshgate. from satisfied customers who like our friendly 7 p.m. Entry interactive service. is £5 per head to include tea, coffee and nibbles. Please bring any other We are able to build computer systems, suitable Hexworthy Barton for business or personal use. Computer Launceston drinks required together with glasses. Cornwall To book a table (teams of up to six) or Upgrades, PL15 9NL Maintenance and Software. for any enquiries please call 01840 261531.

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BOWITHICK A hidden part of the Moor where you would almost have to be lost in order to find it. Events at Drive across Davidstow Moors heading toward Launceston, coming off the moor take Tresmeer Village Hall first right. Take the narrow lane, drive slowly and enjoy the scenery, then through the Regulars: village, opening out to the bottom of the valley, the road crosses a water-splash. On Monday Afternoons. Dog Training: either side is a bridge, one side just a simple granite clapper, the other a rather elegant Puppies: 1pm till2pm. Improvers: but badly damaged road bridge, probably abandoned when maintenance became too costly. This is a charming and tranquil spot but hard to find without a good map. 2pm till 3pm If you visit Bowithic take in the rural and natural surroundings. It’s as if it has not Tuesday evenings. Line Dancing for changed in hundreds of years. There are signs of industry here. beginners. 7.30pm till 10ish. £3 If you take the path that leads up Buttern Hill you will Wednesday Evenings: Old Tyme find signs of quarrying or mining - and the footings of Dancing 8pm an abandoned Vistorian building. Close to the ford, Thursday evenings: Line Dancing and sunk into the grass, are odd small granite chambers for Intermediates. 7.30pm £3 The abandoned bridge - there is another on the Buttern Hill track - may have been built to carry the materials to construct To check all information is correct the extensive farm buildings just up the hill. A great place for picnics in the summer, a great safe place for kids, dog walking and on any of the above pony trekking. Watch little fishes dart here n there, find frog- lets in the marshy bits, contact Julie 01566 781339 watch butterflies and dragonflies dart. Sit back read a book or take a camera and take a bit of real Cornwall home with you and best of all its’ FREE! PAGE 42 PAGE 7 OLD TYME SEQUENCE Going on Holiday? Have you got DANCING small animals? Come and join us every Wednes- YES day night at 8pm to 10.30pm at Then talk to me. Tresmeer Village Hall. 01566 781339 My name is Samuel and I will look Tea & biscuits supplied after your pets while you go on holiday, under the - BARN DANCE - VELETTA - watchful eye of my mum. LINE DANCING & many more I will feed them, care for them and keep them clean. A warm welcome to all. References GARDEN MAINTENANCE For more information : - LAWNS & HEDGES CUT 01566 781411 PONDS & DECKING PATHS & PATIOS GROUND CLEARANCE FENCING & TURFING

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PAGE 41 PAGE 8 Fill in the grid so that every column and every 3x3 box contains the LAUNCESTON PARISH numbers 1 to 9. There’s no maths involved - solve the puzzle with reason and logic A new opportunity to promote your Business or Charity 9 1 8 5 Every Friday at St. Mary's Church Hall. Launceston. 9 1

COFFEE & SHOP 1 5 9.30am till 12.30pm Browse the new “BOOKWALL” Tables to rent weekly or monthly 4 2 6 7 3 9 Large (6ft) £5 Small(3ft) £3 8 2 To book a table call Sue at the Parish Office 01566 772771 Or e-mail [email protected] 2 1 3 4 6 5 8

Lab Reports… 5 Tess say’s it’s her hormones, huh! I say its because she will not stop eating….turfing out the 4 7 9 3 bin bags, the sheep's house (well just don’t go there!) and then she gets food from mum n dad once a day, just like me. I mean I would never do anything like that….bark, bark! So we have got a new resident in the village, a very attractive Collie cross, Lab (no nothing to do with me) Once she has had her jabs n stuff I may get to meet her. I hope she is settling in 3 7 4 9 with the “Cat” of the house, who looks like butter wouldn't melt in her mouth, but my Samuel knows better? (she lovely really) She is so lucky, she has 2 boys to look after her, give her cuddles and play and best of all go outside and go for walks so that she can have a good bit of exercise….pst...think that is what Tess needs, but don’t tell her I said that! LAUNCESTON RUGBY CLUB UNDER 13'S INVITE YOU I have Samuel and Amber and mum and dad. Dad spoils me most...I just got to pull up close whilst he sits in his chair, sit with my chin on his lap and look up with my best, “please dad- TO A WINE AND WISDOM dy” eyes and I get a biscuit, and then along comes Tess and pushes dads hand with her nose and yes she gets one too! We have to be good though and sometimes we do get told off, but I am glad they brought me AT LAUNCESTON COLLEGE OLD HALL up to know right from wrong. I now know how to open the door to let myself in, and also to close it, not always when I am told, but most times...Tess has learnt how to open it, (copy cat, oh no, she’s a dog) gets a bit drafty then sometimes in the house! ON SATURDAY 17TH MARCH 7.30PM TO 10.30PM 20 dogs in little ol’ Churchtown, nearly one for each property. 29 of those? And as for those little fluffy things that meow, well that’s another topic, hey new PLEASE RING 01566 785772 TO BOOK A TABLE TEAMS OF doggie? SIX £3.00 PER PERSON ALL PROCEEDS TO LAUNCESTON Welcome to the village from Barley & Tess. MINI JUNIORS AND THE U13'S TOUR IN IRELAND 2012

PAGE 40 PAGE 9 Treworra Healing Centre “Hold a Fish and Chip Supper to help spinal cord injured “Do you feel that time is speeding up?” That was a question we asked our dis- people live full and independent lives.” cussion group this week. It’s an important question to ask as so many people Great British Fish and Chip Supper live their lives as if there is a great shortage of time. So much to do, so little time. Friday 18th May 2012 Is time speeding up or have we become so time and task conscious that whole days seems to pass in a blur? We seem to rush to get through our “to do” lists Want to do something different? Want to raise money where you live or work? each day then hardly seem to pause for breath before another list seems to Want to eat Fish and Chips, while raising money for charity? Hold a fish and magically materialise on our behalf! Some people now seem to spend so much chip supper on Friday 18th May 2012 whilst raising awareness of spinal cord of their lives engaged in pushing themselves to complete tasks and achieve injury and supporting SIA’s information and support services. goals that when they finally flop into bed at night, they then can’t sleep for worry about how they are going to cope with tomorrow’s schedule. You can hold a fish and chip supper in your own home, at work or hold a larger Something we are very conscious of is how much stress and tension people supper at your local community centre. hold in their bodies nowadays. You can see it in their posture, their walk and their body language. These are bodies rarely at rest which always indicates a SIA will provide a fundraising pack containing hints and tips, recipes, invita- troubled mind too stressed by life to be at peace. People can get used to high tions and donation envelopes. By inviting 7 friends and asking them to donate levels of stress and believe what they are experiencing is completely normal. It an additional £5.00 means you will raise at least £35.00 from your supper but isn’t. Our bodies are truly wonderful at coping with sustained levels of we will also give you additional fundraising ideas to raise even more money for stress...... until they break down, leaving people wondering what went wrong? SIA. High levels of stress can put a huge strain on both mind and body and, very of- ten, people believe that there really isn’t much they can do about it. They just Last year we had over 100 suppers taking part in and Wales and we carry on and hope that life gets better. raised £6,000. In the three years we have been running the event we have No one need suffer from a high level of stress. Stress comes down to how we raised £20,000 to support spinal cord injured people. react to things that happen in our lives. How we react is key to the kind of life that everyone wants. A relaxed, positive, satisfying way of living where you feel The money raised from the suppers will help the Spinal Injuries Association offer sup- vital, happy and empowered. Is this possible? Well, first you have to want to port to individuals who become paralyzed and their families, from the moment a spinal change the way you react to the people and situations in your life. You have to injury occurs, and for the rest of their lives by providing services and publications reach that point where you think, “There must be another way....” There is no which enable and encourage paralyzed people to lead independent lives. magic pill. But if you feel that your reaction to life is making you suffer inside and you don’t want to suffer any more, then it’s time to explore options. Real options. Every year in the UK over 1,000 people experience a spinal cord injury and We have been helping people who suffer from anxiety and stress for many there are an estimated 40,000 spinal cord injured people in the UK alone. years. We know that we can make a real difference but you have to be at a place where you are ready to take the first steps. Our meditation techniques can Community Fundraising Officer, Elizabeth Wright, says, “The Fish and Chip Supper is a wonderful opportunity for a great evening with friends and family. inspire you to see yourself and your world a completely different way. Our yoga We are also encouraging people who work to hold a Fish and Chip Lunch in and breath awareness techniques will open up your being so that you can re- their work places to raise even more funds. You may be even a local communi- lease the tension held in your body and feel the grace and beauty of who you ty group wanting to run a fun evening with your group. really are. We work with you, giving you the tools that allow the real you to em- Be a part of something special and make a real difference to help spinal cord power your life. Anybody can meditate. Anybody can do yoga. We work with injured people gain access to the information and support they need to enable who you are, what your body can do and the pace you wish to work at. We work them to live full and independent lives.” your way. Some people prefer a class environment, some people prefer one-to- For more information or request a fundraising pack call Elizabeth Wright on one guidance. It’s your choice. Continued…….. 0845 071 4350 or email [email protected] or visit www.spinal.co.uk/ fishandchips PAGE 39 PAGE 10

Providing edu- cational & informative hands-on encounters with exotic animals, Spiders, Snakes, Lizards, Insects are just some of the animals you could be meeting, and not forgetting my beautiful barn owls. Available for: Schools, Youth Groups, Birthday Parties, Shows & Rallies. Fairs & Fates, Care Homes etc. For your Hands on experience call Richard on : 01566 781419 0r E-mail: [email protected] Web site http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/animalencounters Rates vary according to distance

Regardless of what you may have heard, meditation isn’t just about sitting Domestic Home Help with your eyes closed and yoga isn’t about being young, thin and bendy. and Cleaning Service Available There is nothing strange or mystical here, Yoga and meditation are practi- I have a solid background in all areas of housekeeping, cal ways of enhancing your overall health and well-being, and changing gardening, administration, accounting, customer ser- your relationship with yourself. It’s a journey of exploration that we hope vices and human resources If you want a one off spring you will find stimulating and enlightening. As teachers, you’ll find our clas- ses friendly, stimulating and with a good dollop of humour. clean or regular home help, assistance with shopping, We’re here in Davidstow if you’d like a chat or if you’d like more infor- gardening or just looking after your house. Oven need a clean? ironing? End mation. And, if you’d like to experience meditation and yoga for yourself, of year Tax returns!! Just need your expenses put on a spreadsheet monthly to we are running a free workshop on 25th February to which you are very take away that worry that it’s not done. I have a good accounting background. welcome – just contact us to book your place. Need your weekly shop done? or to be taken to do your shop, baking for the Treworra Healing Centre, Davidstow is run by Julie & David Hand. The family, pre -made meals? I am completely happy to come and feed dogs, cats, couple recently moved from Bournemouth where we ran a successful well- horses cattle, sheep, pigs and chickens if you need to get away or to have a being practice. Julie is a qualified BWY trained yoga teacher while David is break, I will look after your pets in their own home and Environment. I live a qualified holistic therapist. locally and would like to work locally For more information, please see www.treworrahealingcentre.com Reasonable and Honest rates Or telephone 01840 261792 Maureen Read 01566 785 648 Email [email protected] PAGE 38 PAGE 11 REGULARS Central Heating * Servicing * Bathrooms * Solar Panels REHOBOTH SERVICES Craig Williams Rehoboth Chapel services for March: Plumbing & Heating Engineer The Barton, , Launceston, PL15 8PN 4th 11am Mr. Daniel 7pm Singalong at Seven. OFTEC & Gas Safe, APPROVED 11th 11am Mr. G. Brown. 18th 11am Mrs. Keating Oil & gas servicing 7pm Singalong at Seven 25th 11am Mr. Poorta.

St Nicholas Church, Tresmeer Tel: 01566 880103 Services held on the 2nd Mobile : 07721 421874 Sunday of each month at 8.15am & Emergency 24 hour call-out 4th Sunday at 3.00pm Second Sunday: Holy Communion L. READ. Fourth Sunday: Evening Prayer General Builder Everyone welcome For all Building Work, New Work, Renovation & Refurbishment Treneglos Church Plumbing, Carpentry, Electrical, Plastering, Roofing, Block Work, Stonework, Decorating, Landscaping No services Phone or email for quotations, January or February information or advice Phone: 01566 785648 Mobile: 07966753979 Email: [email protected] boscastlebuliders.co.uk

PAGE 12 PAGE 37 *A NIGHT OF LIVE MUSIC* Adventurers Club (Primary School Children) Otterham & St. Juliot Hall is held on Wednesday's during term-time from 3.30pm - 5pm Friday 13th April Friday Night Youth Club (college age upwards) “TRIBUTE TO ADELLE” is held on Friday's during term-time from 7.30pm - 9.30pm Plus supporting acts! both at Tresmeer Village Hall. Horseband For more information call: Rachel 781429 Michelle Tickets £10 Forward Notice. Plans to be finalised. BAR — FOOD St. Nicholas Church FLOWER FESTIVAL In aid of MacMillan Nurses 24th, 25th & 26th August “60 Years of the Queen”

Organised by The Wilsey Down & Ricky Cobbledick

PAGE 36 PAGE 13 The Newport Friar Launceston Featuring

The Bookshop Extensive range of new books Presenting the finest fish and chips available Call in or Phone your order Second-hand book cellar In advance on 01566 778800 Large range of study books Between 11:30am and 2pm 5pm and 8:30pm 24/48 hour delivery on most books Closed Sundays Ample Parking and very friendly service 10 Church Street Launceston, Cornwall PL15 8AP Remember to call in for any specials of the month Telephone 01566 774107 FAX 01566 777299 Not forgetting our ongoing O.A.P special

www.cookery-books-online.co.uk Of 10% discount and FREE mushy peas!! www.launceston-bookshop.co.uk The chippy that cares about its customers!!! E-mail - [email protected] Newport Industrial Estate

PAGE 14 PAGE 35 Something to Smile About

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PAGE 34 PAGE 15 HAIRDRESSER Perms/Blow-dry/Shampoo & Sets www.celticsolar.co.uk Children's trims at home for busy parents Phone 01566 785362 or 07813806559 Janet Shanks

What’s On at The Wilsey

March 3rd Live music with Black Velvet *Solar PV Electric March 9th Skittles Night 8pm start March 16th Live music with The Horse Band *Solar Hot Water March 23rd Darts 8pm start *Air Source Heat Pumps March 30th Quiz Night 8pm start *Biomass Pellet Boilers *Log Boilers The Wilsey Down Hallworthy (on the A395) Fully MCS Accredited for Tel 01840 261205

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PAGE 16 PAGE 33 ST. PIRANS DAY An annual processional play to celebrate St Piran, patron saint of tinners and TRESMEER VILLAGE HALL now accepted by many as Cornwall's premier saint. List of events for 2012 Held on the nearest Sunday to St Piran's Day, March 5th, the play produced MARCH 22nd next meeting at “The Wilsey” to discuss Agricultural by the St Piran Trust, takes place in Perranporth, where according to legend Show. Being held September 1st. Field opposite Hall. the revered saint was washed up on millstone from Ireland in the 5th century All welcome who wish to offer help. 7.30 pm Nibbles AD. Crossing the dunes to St Piran's Cross, hundreds of people gather, gener- ally dressed in black, white and gold, the colours of Cornwall, carrying the Cornish Flag. March 31st. (Carn to Cove) event. Mervyn Stutter, comedian, satirical songwriter, founder member of The Flying Pickets and the star of You can take part in this celebration of BBC Radio 4's hit comedy 'Getting Nowhere Fast' takes to the road Cornwall’s distinct identity by joining the with his critically acclaimed show of comedy and song. 8 p.m... spectators who walk over the dunes and watch the play acted out in three parts. Dozens of actors and musicians portray April 14th Jumble Sale. 2 p.m the stages of St Piran’s life from his birth (pass into Julie at the shop now). in Ireland, his arrival in Cornwall and his May 12th.EGLOSKERRY GARDENING CLUB miraculous discovery of tin. Meet at PLANT SALE Perran Sands Holiday Park. (Big Breakfast Cancelled) The play starts at 2pm. August 25, 26,27th Flower Festival in Tresmeer Church. 10 am till p.m. ish Refreshment all days in hall. Know your Parish Councillors September 1st Agricultural Show. All day event. Dog show. Old crafts, Vintage Tractors, stationary engines etc. Chair: Vice: Barbara Brown Mr. Peter Turner October. Harvest Supper. ? Tel: 01566 781808 November 24th Christmas Bazaar. Mrs. Barbara Brown Tel: 01566 781362 N JONES PAINTSHOP Mrs. Mary Walters Fully Qualified Tel: 01566 781411

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PAGE 30 PAGE 19 Approximately 40 people congregated at Rillaton GOING AWAY? approximately 8 miles from the south of Launceston including 3 Cornish Bards, 4 fluent speaking Cornish Ex’ Guide Dogs for the Blind dog walker and trainer is guests and 1 person researching folk lore, all to available to board dogs in my own home, also birds and small perform the Wassailing custom (the term Waes hael animals. I’m also available for dog walking any time. is thought to date back to the Anglo Saxons and Please ring for details ( reasonable rates ). means good health). This tradition is usually Also pony poo performed around about 12th night after Christmas. free to collector. As we approached the oldest apple tree in the Tel. 01566 86674 orchard making as much noise as possible by Free range eggs 90p 1/2 dozen banging drums, hitting sticks together and shouting Can deliver to awake the apple tree after its long sleep. The tree was then fed some spiced cider at its roots and toast soaked in cider hung on the branches, whilst we sang a wassailing song. Cider was passed around for everyone to have a sip, as this Canworthy Water Under 5’s tradition had been done for centuries honouring the old and celebrating the new, this ceremony is carried out to ensure a good harvest in the autumn. When the ceremony was completed we returned to the house for a feast and celebrations which included a SE Cornwall play from 1833 about life, death and the rebirth cycle. This was re-enacted by the mummers (actors) whom would be Meet on Mondays, between 10:30 & 10:45ish in disguise either by blackened faces, masks, possibly tattered clothing which in Cornwall is called” Guising”, to knock on doors at their neighbours, employers Drink and Snacks supplied and the manor house begging without being recognised. There is an account that Warm and friendly this has been acted out at The Dower House (the local manor house) since the Fun and games 18th century, consequently we were doing what has been done for the last 400 Call Auntie Rachel on 01566 781 275 years.

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Held at Tresmeer Village Hall Which language is the oldest? English, French or Chinese.? Please note change of times for winter How many people died on the Titanic? 1513, 1528 or 1543? Mondays: What Nationality was Chopin? French, Hungary or Polish? 1:00pm - 2:00pm - Puppies How many bones are in the human body? 206, 201, or 211? 2:00pm - 3:00pm - Improvers Answers on page 28 Ring Doris Stephens on 01566 775829 PAGE 20 PAGE 29 ROASTED RATATOUILLE One to do together for “Big Chef & Little Chef” Ingredients 3 coriander seeds or a pinch of ground coriander 1 small onion 2 courgettes 1 small aubergine Helping sole traders, partnerships and limited companies in Cornwall with: One and a half sweet peppers 4 tbsp olive oil All aspects of accounting Bookkeeping 1 tbsp dried mixed herbs Freshly ground black pep- Tax planning and annual returns VAT per 400g tin chopped tomatoes Payroll Cooking utensils Pestle and mortar Chopping board Kitchen towel Vegetable Auditing knife Peeler and tablespoon Roasting tray Wooden spoon Silver foil Contact Tim Smith FCA CTA on 01566 772109 How to make roasted ratatouille or visit our website at METHOD

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PAGE 21 PAGE 28 PARISH MAGAZINE ARTICLE Are you or do you know someone in your local community that would be able to fundraise or vol- unteer to support Cornwall’s only MS Therapy Centre. We are looking for people in your community to form a Fundraising Group – it’s a great way to meet new friends, have fun and at the same time support a local charity. Dunmere Road Garage, Dunmere Road, , Cornwall PL31 2QN There are all sorts of ways you can help - from holding coffee mornings, cake bakes, sponsored knits, fashion shows and dinner dances to organising more active walks, and runs, or simply dis- 2011 COACH EXCURSIONS tributing collection tins and posters in your local area or occasionally helping at our events. 31ST MARCH CRIBS CAUSEWAY SHOPPING SPREE If you could spare a few hours a month then we would love to hear from you. We will help you 12th April CHEDDAR GORGE AND CAVES and your friends get started with a fund-raising action pack - full of ideas, tips and advice. You just need to bring enthusiasm, a few ideas and have somewhere to meet – the local pub, village hall, 6TH MAY BADMINTON CCI**** HORSE TRIALS CROSS COUNTRY school or in someone’s home. DAY If you are interested, please call Sarah Snell, Community Fundraising Manager, on 01726 885530 or e-mail [email protected]. Thank you. MAY 10th CRUISE, TREASURE PARK 7 SKINNERS BREW Other ways you can get involved -ERY We are also looking for new volunteers at the centre itself. If you are computer literate we need you. We have voluntary positions to help on a Thursday or Friday in our administration office, this 31ST May BROOK GARDEN CENTRE 7 THE ALPACA PARK would include reception duties, answering the phone and helping with thank you letters. 8TH JUNE TORQUAY COASTAL CRUISE AND LIVING COAST EXPERI Please contact Holly Hambly, administration assistant, [email protected] Are you green fingered? We are always looking for people who can help in our beautiful gardens. -ENCE Our Oxygen Department, which is the only one of its kind in Cornwall is looking for voluntary 9TH JUNE POLO IN THE PARK LADIES DAY Chamber Operators, full training is given for this vital supporting role which will see individuals assisting people before, after and during their dive sessions as well as helping with maintaining 28TH JUNE SOUTH DEVON RAILWAY, LEE MILL 7 RARE BREEDS FARM patient records. 27 JULY 2012 DARTMOOR ZOO To volunteer in the Oxygen department or the gardens please contact HBO Manager, Brett Sea- borne [email protected] 2ND AUG 2012 GRAND HERITAGE CRUISE INCLUDING DARTMOUTH/ About the Charity SLAPTON SANDS The Merlin MS Therapy Centre provides therapies and support for people with Multiple Sclerosis and other neurological conditions. It was opened in April 2009 following a seven year fundraising 15TH AUGUST BRITISH WORLD FIREWORK CHAMPIONSHIPS PLYMOUTH campaign, spearheaded by Dr Derek Murphy, a retired Medical Doctor, and his wife Eileen. 1ST SEPTEMBER NATIONAL GARDENING SHOW SHEPTON MALLET Cornwall has the highest incidence of MS in mainland Britain – the reason for this is as yet un- known, but there are more than 1000 people currently diagnosed in the county. Located in Hewas 1-2ND SEPTEMBER BURGHLEY HORSE TRIAL WEEKEND Water, near St. Austell, the centre sees on average 60-70 people a day. ND 1-2 SEPTEMBER BLANDFORD STEAM FAIR WEEKEND

The services provided include physiotherapy, exercise therapy, hyperbaric oxygen treatment, com- OCTOBER GOOSEY FAIR plementary therapies, counselling and support for carers - all of which are offered at heavily subsi- 17 NOVEMBER CLARKS SHOPPING VILLAGE dised rates for MS clients. A new minibus, which was funded by a grant from the Duchy Health Charity, will enable more 19th to 24th NOVEMBER FOLKESTONE CHRISTMAS SHOPPER & FRANCE people, who may otherwise remain isolated and without the support they need, to be transported to TURKEY AND TINSEL the centre. As s a means to generate income for the charity and to provide a community resource, the centre NOVEMBER DICKENSIAN EVE & CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL has treatment and conference room facilities for hire for health care professionals and other corpo- TAVISTOCK rate bodies. Unfortunately, as the charity receives no Government funding, it is reliant on the local community DECEMBER MOUSEHOLE AND ANGARRACK LIGHTS to fund the annual operational costs of £250,000. In 2011, the charity subsidized £80,000 worth of FOR BOOKINGS AND ENQUIRIES PLEASE CALL therapy services. www.merlinproject.org.uk 01726 885530 Bradbury House, Hewas Water, PL26 7JF 01208 77989/01208 72669 PAGE 22 PAGE 27 Website:www.grouptravelcoachhire.com Jive Club in Warbstow Want to have fun, keep fit, meet new people and learn something easy. Well, dust off your dancing shoes and try jiving. We are Adrian and Louise Stevens and we teach jive at the Jive and Rock n Roll Club www.budejiveclub.co.uk , on Monday nights. We live in Splatt and have started running a jive club at the Warbstow Community Centre, on Thursday evenings, with lessons. Beginners, improvers, strolls and some basic swing/lindyhop. It is £3.00 per person including lessons. 7.30pm -10pm. Main lesson starts at 8pm. Lots of practice time and individual help available. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO COME, Or, if you just want Tresmeer Village Hall more information on either club just ring us for a chat. Beginners improvers Contact us on Every Tuesday. 7.30pm till 10ish (01566) 781 587 (Please don’t forget to leave your Mixed ability for improvers upward name and contact phone number), or email Every Thursday. 7.30pm till 10ish [email protected] £3 each We also offer private lessons, party/event fun lessons and give dance demonstrations at shows. Tel: 01409 261120 or Mob: 07881707450 We are looking forward to hearing from you

PAGE 26 PAGE 23 BLAG Update 3 St Thomas Hill THE BIG BREAKFAST Launceston Our Big Breakfast will be on Saturday 21st April at Tresmeer Vil- Cornwall lage Hall. The doors open at 9am and close at 2pm. Please put that date into your diaries because the food and the company will be too PL15 8BL good to miss! Kate Handford will be running the catering: our sau- Charity Reg. No. sages and bacon will come from Warren’s, the eggs from Langore 1016838 Farm and the bread from Parker’s. We will be offering 3 meal sizes: 01566 777529 the GORILLA PORTION - 3 eggs, 3sausages, 3 rashers + all the trimmings the SNOW PLOUGH - 2 eggs, 2 sausages, 2 rashers + all the trim- mings the GRITTER - 1 egg, 1 sausage, 1 rasher + all the trimmings Sheila Cottingham will run a Tombola. If you have any unwanted Xmas pre- Early Drop - 8.30am Monday to Friday sents or other items you would like to donate, please let Sheila (86008) or Pete Flexible Sessions - 8.45am – 11.45am Monday to Fri- Stephenson (86383) have them before the day. At noon, we will hold the 100 Club’s April Draw. With luck, we may have some VIP visitors to pull out day those winning numbers. Lunch Club - 11.45am – 12.45am Monday to 100 CLUB DRAW RESULTS: Our second draw took place at Friday the Rising Sun on 18th February, and the winning numbers, kindly drawn by Karen Ponting, were:- Flexible Sessions - 12.45pm – 3.45pm Monday to 1st prize (£30) – No 06, Jane Bullivant, Jannel, Laneast Thursday 2nd prize (£15) – No 80, Danny & Louisa, The Cottage, Badgall, Late Pick Up - 4.00 pm rd o 3 prize (£5) – N 74, Chris Hall, 1 Jems Cottage, Badgall Friday - Baby/Toddler Session Diners’ Club : After the draw, thirteen 100 Club members sat down for a 1.00pm – 3.00pm meal together. Once again, with good food and convivial company, we had a very enjoyable time. Why not join us next time? You can choose anything from a vegetarian or “bangers & mash” at £7.50 to steaks or fish dishes for under £15. FREE 3YR AND 4YR FUNDING AVAILABLE March Draw date: We will do the draw on Saturday 17th March, at 6.30pm , again at the Rising Sun ... just let Pete Stephenson (86383) or Martyn Orchard (86030) know to assure your place on the group table. For enquiries and to book places, please contact:- Pre School: 01566 777529 Martyn Orchard, Tom Polatch & Pete Stephenson

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