www.-lives.uk Sue: 290045 / [email protected] Printed by Philip Tucker: 01288 341617 www.landewednackparishcouncil.org.uk One free copy to all homes in .

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3 Important Contact Numbers Emergency Services: 999 Police (non-emergency): 101 Police Station: 08452 777444 Crimestoppers: 0800 555111 Transport Police: 0800 405040 Doctors Surgeries Lizard: 290415 Mullion: 240212 Opening hours for Lizard Surgery:- Monday: 2pm - 5.30pm (appointments 3 - 5pm) Tuesday: 9am - 12noon (appointments 9.10 - 11.10am) Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 9am - 12noon (appointments 9.10 - 11.10am) Friday: 2pm - 5.30pm (appointments 3 - 5pm)

Out of hours: 01326 240212; NHS Direct: 111 Vets - Head & Head: 01326 572216 or Rosemullion: 01326 572596; 9am - 7pm Helston 24/7 Emergency line: 01326 313991; 9am - 7pm Falmouth School: 290337 Mrs. Louise Jones - Head Mullion School 240098 Mr. Randle Mobile Library: 0300 1234111 - at Lizard Post Office 9:45am - 10:15am: 7th March 2018 Lifeboat Station - 01326 290451 National Coastwatch: 290212 Councillor - Carolyn Rule: 240144 MP- Derek Thomas: 020 7219 4435 [email protected] National Trust - Lizard Rangers Office: 291174 Mullion Health Care Car Service 241124 Age UK Voluntary Car Service: 01872 223388 Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm Dial-a-Ride Community Minibus: 01872 266384 Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm

4 What’s on … Monday: 10am - 11:30am Yoga - Tanya Strike in the Reading Room: 290931 or 07812 975066 Monday: LAFC Pool 8pm - see fixture list. Tuesday Market: 10am - 12 noon in the Reading Room: a variety of stalls: enjoy a coffee/tea & toast/teacake. Tuesday: 6.30pm Lifeboat exercise training sessions, which can be watched. Wednesday: Euchre teaching 8pm onwards - Witchball. Thursday: LAFC Euchre 8pm. Thursday: Bell Ringing practice 7.30pm - 9pm. Landewednack Church: Hedley, tower captain, 290088 Friday: Art Group 2pm - 4.30pm; Chapel school room. Parish Church Coffee Morning: First Friday 10.00am - 12 noon Football Club Members Luncheon Club: 1st Sunday. Walk and Talk: 1st Sunday at 2pm - meet on The Green. The Chapel Fund Raiser: First Thursday. Parish Council Meeting: Second Thursday 7.30pm in the Reading Room. Football Club Quiz: 3rd Sunday 8pm: 290013 Also: Snooker: Old & new players welcome to join; please contact Ian McIntosh: 290207

Ballet Classes - Thursdays: Jasmine Harvey: 07582 258990 Rainbows - Contact Lynne Chandler: 290681 Brownies - Wednesdays. Contact Joy Prince: 290280 Guides - Michelle Tuckwell: 240041 or Lynne: 290681 Senior Section 14 - 26 Ellie Green: 240408 (Guides & Senior Section meet in Mullion)

5 Beavers - Thursdays 6 - 7pm; see page 44 Cubs - Wednesdays 5.45 - 7.15pm; Contact - Akela - Tracie 01326 291208; page 43 https://www.facebook.com/groups/lizardscoutgroup/ Scouts - Wednesdays 7.30 - 9.00pm page 42 Contact - Skip - Colin: [email protected]

Diary Dates Tuesday 20th March - Filling Station 7.30pm Thursday 22nd March - Annual Parish Open Meeting Sunday 25th March - Clocks go forward Thursday 29th March, 1 pm - School finishes for Easter Advance Notice Monday 16th April - School restarts Friday 13th April - Grand Auction for The Lizard Lifeboat will take place in The Lizard Football Club Sat 28th April - Concert in Chapel, see page 17 May 7th and 8th - Landewednack School closed for 2 days, for Bank Holiday and Flora Day Saturday 11th August - The Big Breakfast at Landewednack School for Lizard Lifeboat

Sunday 19th August - Lizard Lifeboat Day

For those who don’t get the “Window on Wynwallow” leaflet, and wish to know times of services, please see page 13. I had a request for this information to be included in this magazine!

6 Lesser Celandine or Ranunculus Ficaria I love seeing the first blooms of Celandine along the cliff path. It is often called the messenger of Spring and is said to come with the swallows. It grows low on the ground with its bright flowers bursting forth like a ray of sunshine. The flower appears on the tombstone of Wordsworth, who said of this favourite flower 'that the painter who pictures the rising sun must have taken the idea from the spreading pointed rays of the Celandine's glittering countenance'. The petals, being very sensitive, open and close depending on light and air temperature. Its Latin name Ranunculus Ficaria comes from ranunculus which refers to frog, and ficaria which means fig. It was thought the plant liked the same habitat of moist and dark as the frog likes. The fig refers to the tubers that form on the roots as well as under the leaves. Those under the leaves become self-pollinated seeds which drop into the soil in the summer. Celandine comes from the Greek word, chelidon meaning swallow. In folk remedies it is said that, if lesser celandine is warmed in a glass of white wine before bed, dreams will be pleasant. In ancient times it was thrown on the fire to celebrate the growing sunshine. It was also worn for protection and to bring good spirits and joy. Gerard, in his herbal, explains that the root mixed with wine is good for piles and the juice of the root mixed with honey purges the head. In more recent times, the plant is often called pilewort. It is used in an ointment for haemorrhoids.

7 Celandine radiates charm and boldly smiles at us. There is an honesty and determination in her brightly coloured flowers that express the purpose of Spring as a time for each life to burst forth in its own unique way. Hers is a freshness of purpose in being simply what one is. There is this essence in all of us that gets renewed each Spring and this in turn brings the inspiration for the next year. by Debra

8 The Well There is always a warm friendly welcome waiting for you at "The Well". We gather most Sunday mornings from 10:30am -12:30pm on the Lizard Peninsula in the Almond Tree Cafe at Little Trethvas Holiday Park, TR12 7AT (please ring to check). Enjoy a cup of tea/coffee and cakes etc and to have a friendly chat, beginning and end. We are a non- denominational charismatic gathering of loving, friendly, people. We hold to traditional evangelical Christian values; our gatherings embrace more of a contemporary, modern, informal, approach to worship and sharing that is both Spirit led and biblical. See our website: wellchurchlizard.org.uk Why not come and join the celebration! Mike and Liz Tate: 07790 236045 Mike, Liz & Abi welcome you to Little Trethvas Holidays, Lizard. Luxury camping in Cornwall is definitely the best way to enjoy a holiday on the south west coast of , and at Little Trethvas we are certain you will have a wonderful holiday to remember! It is “glamping and camping”. We are located close to all of the special places that the Lizard Peninsula has to offer. With an array of fantastic beaches, wonderful walks, scrumptious food, scenic drives through sleepy villages and wooded valleys; you can embrace all that the Cornish coast has to offer. We are a small friendly campsite, with two small cottages and a holiday home with a café and outdoor pizza oven, all situated on the unique and unspoilt Lizard Peninsula, an ideal place from which to explore this wonderful corner of Cornwall. Email: [email protected] TR12 7AT. Tel: 01326 290344/07790 236045;

www.littletrethvas.co.uk & ww.glampinglizard.co.uk

9 Did You know … Hares can rear three or four litters a year, each of two to four young. Hares are nearly twice the size of rabbits, have longer ears with black tips, large staring orange eyes, reddish brown fur and powerful hind legs.

Lizard Filling Station Little Trethvas Campsite in the Almond Café TR12 6AT 20th March 2018. Open worship evening.

10 March Quiz 1. Who is the Patron Saint of Wales? 2. What name is given to a female hare? 3. What vegetable & flower represent Wales? 4. Does March have more than one birthstone? 5. Finish the saying“ March comes in like a ... 6. In the original Roman calendar, which month was March? 7. What speed can a hare reach? 8. Is there a solstice or equinox in March? 9. Born on March 23rd in 1905 which Hollywood legend was portrayed by Faye Dunaway in the 1981 film ? Mommie Dearest??

Answers to February’s quiz - 1. Who had a 1978 hit with “Love is in the Air”? John Paul Young 2. Who was the Greek goddess of love? Aphrodite 3. In which US city did the 1929 Saint Valentine’s Day massacre take place? Chicago 4. ‘My Funny Valentine’ is a show tune from which Richard Rogers and Lorenz Hart musical? Babes in Arms 5. Who, in the title of a Shakespeare play, are Valentine and Proteus? The Two Gentlemen of Verona. 6. Which British band had a 1988 hit with a single entitled ‘Valentine’? T’Pau 7. Who was the legendary Benedictine monk who invented champagne? Dom Pierre Pérignon 8. What kind of flower is traditionally given to symbolise love, in this country? Red Roses 9. Which 1950’s English pop singer had hits with ‘Finger of Suspicion’ and ‘Christmas Alphabet’? Dickie Valentine 10. Where do you "wear your heart" if you are quick to show your feelings? On your Sleeve 11. Who was the first woman in space? Valentina Tereshkova 12. True or false: Doves mate for life? True Winner is Sheila Ellis; all correct

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Local Cornish Bar and Restaurant Come and enjoy a warm welcome at the most southerly Bar and Restaurant in mainland Britain. Lunches and Evening Meals - Booking recommended Open from Midday on Sunday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday and from 4.30 pm on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 01326 290662 www.witchball.co.uk Pool Table up and running ... Weekly Sunday Roast Tuesday is Two’s Up Tuesday Steak Night Fresh Fish Friday (all 2 x : - Whitebait £6; Fish n Chips £10; Nemo Burgers £10; Catch of the day £20;) 6.30 - 9pm Saturday Night is Quiz and Meat Draw Night

Open every day, for Coffee, Breakfasts; Delicious Pasties, Freshly made Sandwiches, Cakes and Ice-Cream Eat in or Take Away.

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Cheryl, Peter & the Team Welcome You to Mounts Bay Serving Delicious Homemade Food and Quality Local Ales, Spirits and Wines. Food served 12 to 2pm & 6 to 9pm: Monday to Saturday Our Popular Sunday Roast & Menu is served every Sunday 12 to 2.30pm and 6 to 8.30pm 11th March Mothering Sunday Lunch 17th March Six Nations Feast Bar open all day, also serving Cornish Coffee & Cookies Families are very welcome; Enclosed Rear Beer Garden & Sun Deck. 01326 240221 The Mounts Bay Inn, Mullion, TR112 7HN www.mountsbaymullion.co.uk [email protected]

13 Church Services for March

Sun 4th: Holy Communion (BCP), St Wynwallow Church 9.30am

Morning Praise, St Ruan Church 11.15am Sun 11th: Mothering Sunday United Family Service in Ruan Minor Village Hall 11am (Note: no service in St Wynwallow Church) Sun 18th: Holy Communion, St Wynwallow Church 9.30am Holy Communion, St Ruan Church 11.15am Sun 25th: Palm Sunday, Holy Communion, St Ruan Church 9.30am Family Service, St Wynwallow Church 11.15am Thu 29th: Maundy Thursday, Holy Communion, St Ruan Church 7pm Fri 30th: Good Friday, Three Hour Devotion, St Wynwallow Church 12noon - 3pm Sun 1st April: Easter Day, Holy Communion, St Wynwallow Church 9.30am Holy Communion, St Ruan Church 11.15am Contacts: Rector: Rev’d Peter Sharpe 01326 280999 Associate Priest: Rev’d Deidre Mackrill 281178 Churchwarden: Ann Bradbury 290719

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Fish & Chip Restaurant & Takeaway

Telephone orders welcome 01326 240540

Churchtown, Mullion TR12 7BZ

15 A Challenge! “This is a most remarkable puzzle. It was found by a gentleman in an aircraft seat pocket, on a flight from Los Angeles to Honolulu, keeping him occupied for hours. He enjoyed it so much, he passed it on to some friends. One friend from Illinois worked on this while fishing from his john boat. Another friend studied it while playing his banjo. Elaine Taylor, a columnist friend, was so intrigued by it that she mentioned it in her weekly newspaper column. Another friend judges the job of solving this puzzle so involving, she brews a cup of tea to help her nerves. There will be some names that are really easy to spot. That’s a fact. Some people however, will soon find themselves in a jam, especially since the book names are not necessarily capitalised. Truthfully, from answers we got, we are forced to admit it usually takes a minister or scholar to see some of them at the worst. Research has shown that something in our genes is responsible for the difficulty we have in seeing the books in this puzzle, the Alpha Delta Philemonade booth set a new sales record. The local paper, The Chronicle, surveyed over 200 patrons who reported that this puzzle was one of the most difficult they have ever seen. As Daniel Humana humbly puts it, “the books are all right here in plain view hidden from sight.” Those able to find all of them will hear great lamentations from those who have to be shown. One revelation that may help is that books like Timothy and Samuel may occur without their numbers. Also, keep in mind, that punctuation and spaces in the middle are normal. A chipper attitude will help you compete really well against those who claim to know the answers. Remember, there is no need for a mad exodus; there really are 30 books of the Bible lurking somewhere in this puzzle, waiting to be found! (Prizes for winners - Drop answers into Chapel House; or email to [email protected] )

16 See Facebook page “Wags & Whiskers” Dog Walking & Pet Sitting [email protected] 01326 291364 07399 067008 Mollie £5 - 30 minutes dog walk; £10 - 1 hour dog walk; £4 - add another dog, includes drying them and fresh water provided. £30 - Full day of Pet Sitting General care. Cuddles. Playing. Keeping them company. £5 - add another pet £15 - Quick house visits General care throughout day.

Poldhu Easter Duck Race. The duck race is held at Cove annually on Easter Day. Racing starts prompt at 2pm. Ducks must be sponsored before Easter Day. It’s a very popular event, last year we raised over £1,600 for Children’s Hospice Southwest. We donate/buy the prizes ourselves (Poldhu beach cafe) so every penny raised goes to the charity. Trenance chocolate factory (Mullion) support us every year by personalising the eggs we buy and then donating an egg. It’s good family fun with races, stalls etc. Natalie

17 NEWS FLASH! ‘Call Up’ by Royal Appointment for voluntary ‘Active Service’ God’s heavenly army needs on the ground ‘FOOT SOLDIERS.’ Jesus needs more ‘JOINERS.’ The church needs conscientious ‘PRAYER WARRIORS.’ If you believe you are eligible, please phone 01326 280459 for full details by no later than 10th March; before you turn up at Degibna Prayer Chapel, Helston, on Saturday 24th March where ‘LIGHT BEARERS’ will be holding their 3rd exciting proven teaching /training outreach programme from 10.00 am – 3.00 pm.

Lizard Village Concert There is to be a concert in The Methodist Chapel on Saturday 28th April at 7.30pm with refreshments afterwards. If anyone else would like to sing or play a musical instrument, please could you let Debra know - 290577. There will be no entrance charge, but a collection will be taken for the Chapel. ** This concert will take place at the Lizard Chapel if the work on the building is done. If not, it will take place at the chapel at Ruan Minor.

18 05 February 2018 Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee members decided to recommend to the Council’s Cabinet that a new joint health and care committee is set up to test how joined-up strategic commissioning for health and social care can work to improve how services are better delivered for the people of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Members of the Committee recommended to Cabinet that, as this is a new way of working, there should be a transition period, described as shadow working, so that the emerging model is tested, reviewed and refined. There will be continuous monitoring of the proposed new model to produce a business case which will detail how the proposed new commissioning board is set up. The final business case will be considered by the Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee before going to the Council’s Cabinet. Developing such a system for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly is a way of bringing together the network of existing statutory health and care providers and commissioners. It does not change an organisation’s statutory and legal responsibilities, and will allow for a one strategy, one budget and one planned approach to work together in the best interests of the people of

19 Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, rather than those of each organisation. Councillor Armand Toms, the Chair of the Council’s Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee said: “One of the important recommendations agreed at today’s meeting is to involve and engage with the public and ask them what they think about the system.

Understandably, people are wary of change. We need to demystify the whole issue. This is about how can we use what we’ve got to the best advantage for our people so they can receive care in a more joined-up way. It is not about setting up an Accountable Care Organisation; it’s not about outsourcing, it’s not about privatisation.” Armand adds: “Members also recognised that a single integrated commissioning body provides a strong voice for lobbying Government for fairer funding for the residents of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.” ….. To see it all in full:- http:// www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/ shaping-the-future-of-health-and-social-care- services/accountable-care-system-inquiry/

Shirley Northey; Media and Digital Lead; Strategy and Engagement Customer and Support Services Tel: 01872 322187; Mobile: 07527 470453; Internal: 492187; [email protected]

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Hattons - Spar, Mullion Churchtown Convenience Store with in-store Bakery; Local Bread and Pasties; Wines, Beers and Spirits; Fresh Fruit and Veg daily. Free money withdrawals Opening hours 06:00 - 21:00 7 days a week.

Prop: Mark and Di - 240271

21 Recipe for Friendship 1 Pint of Trust 1 Dash of Caring 2 Cups of Understanding 2 Spoonfuls of Shared Secrets 1 Cup of Mutual Affection 1 Sprinkle of Respect 2lbs of Common Interest 3 Spoonfuls of Listening and 1 Big Bag full of Fun!

Sam James Plumbing and Heating * Friendly Local Plumber * Complete Bathroom Installations * Central Heating systems installed and maintained  All Plumbing work undertaken * Fully Qualified and insured Ring me on 07896674084 or at home in Ruan Minor 01326 290276 Bed and Breakfast: Atlantic House, Pentreath Lane, The Lizard TR12 7NY Janet and Michael welcome guests to their very special B & B all year round. There are generously discounted rates for Autumn, Winter and Spring. 4* Gold AA rating. Read our superb reviews on Trip Advisor!

Website: https://atlantichouselizard.co.uk email: [email protected] 01326 290399

22 John Harris’s story from Shore helper to Vice-President - 50 years with The Lizard Lifeboat. Part 1 I was born at Trenoweth Farm (now Trenoweth Court, behind Coast Coffee), and from a very early age I remember my family being involved with The Lizard Lifeboat; four generations on my Mother’s side and two generations on my Father’s side. My Grandfather and Great Grandfather used to row in the early rowing lifeboats, in the days when it was said that the boats were made of wood and the men were made of steel; such was the effort needed to haul a 30 foot Lifeboat off the beach at Polpeor Cove on a dark and stormy night. My father once said that, on one particularly wild night, as they hurried down the track, past Polpeor Café and around the final bend before the descent to the beach, they had to crawl on hands and knees because the wind was so strong that they could not stand up against it. So, I was brought up in a household where the Lifeboat was always a big part of my life. My father was a crew member for more than 30 years and every time the Lifeboat “Maroon” (*see end for explanation) sounded, Father would disappear, and in the days long before the introduction of the Radio Pager, if our telephone was ringing in the middle of the night, then there was only one reason; a call for the Lifeboat. Likewise, my Mother was brought up in a household, where the Lifeboat was an even bigger part of life, because Grandfather was the full-time Station mechanic, for more than 30 years, and Mother would say that Grandfather never went to bed at night before placing his sea-boots and sea-boot socks by the back door, and on the table next to them would be his uniform hat, his pipe and

23 tobacco and most important the boat house keys, in case the Lifeboat was called out during the night. So, as a small boy, I would stand on the slipway at Polpeor Cove and watch the Lifeboat go out to sea, and if there was a strong south westerly wind blowing, the Lifeboat would have to mount a series of big Atlantic swells before it reached the open sea. As I became a bit older, my Father would ask the coxswain if I could be taken out on exercise with them, and this I did on several occasions; I remember once going down to Lifeboat Day. * a maroon was like a large firework fired into the air to explode with a loud bang; one for Coastguard, two for the Lifeboat; three if all were needed! *See photos and write up in Lizard Lives February 2017, pages 18 & 19.

This photo was taken on 21st July 1999, outside Buckingham Palace, whilst attending the Queen’s Garden Party.

24 Defibrillators save lives We take life for granted. Most of us believe we are immortal. But sadly, in reality, there are thousands of sudden adult deaths in the UK each year. There is nothing worse in this world than not knowing how to help someone in trouble or, more importantly, resuscitate someone in cardiac arrest. During this month, in collaboration with Landewednack Parish Council, I held three training sessions at the Reading Room giving everyone the opportunity to look at the defibrillator and become acquainted with how to use it and to understand the process of helping someone who is in a collapsed state. Defibrillators save lives and we are lucky in The Lizard to have two defibrillators with public access. One is located on the front wall of the Top House Inn; the other is on the side wall of the porch on the Reading Room. They are there to be used. Seattle in America is the best place in the world to collapse with a cardiac arrest. They have realised that providing access to a defibrillator as quickly as possible ensures the best chance of survival and consequently have made sure there is one available on every street corner. They are also carried on fire appliances, buses and taxis. They say you are never more than two minutes away from one there.

25 An adult’s chances of survival diminish the longer it takes to deliver a shock from a defibrillator after providing effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). After only three minutes your survival rate is 70%, after five minutes it drops to 50% and after only eight minutes without a defibrillator your survival rate is only 20%. When you consider that, on a good day in the middle of winter without any traffic on the road and presuming the ambulance is on station in Helston, it takes at least 15 minutes to drive to The Lizard, it is vitally important there are people trained in first aid available to plug the gap. By following a few simple steps you can remain safe and help maintain a life. By using a logical step by step approach you may improve a person’s chance of survival. The UK Resuscitation Council provides guidelines that are accredited by the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE), and which are produced through research and updated regularly, on the best ways to save a life. Earlier this month over three sessions, twenty seven local residents took the time to come along and practise basic life support, and had a go at using a defibrillator. All those who attended the session got fully involved and now hopefully feel more confident to step in and help a relative who collapses at home, and just maybe a visitor if they are out and about in the village. (cont’d p 26)

26 (cont’d). We will be holding further sessions in the future and, if you are interested in coming along, there is a list in the Post Office in The Lizard where you can add your name and please keep an eye online on the Lizard Notice Board for dates. Bernice Putt

The Village Restaurant Mullion 01326241007 Open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 6.30pm Fresh Fish, Seafood and Steaks Winter Spice Take Away Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 6pm

Mexican Chicken Mole…. hot and spicy chicken £9.00 breast flavoured with bitter chocolate and chipotle Green Thai Fish Curry…. fresh tastes of chilli, coconut, coriander and limes with a kick of £9.50 lemon grass. Local fish, prawns and calamari Chili Con Carne…. Mexican spicy beef with kidney beams..... expect hot £9.00 Chicken Jalfrezi.... stir-fried chicken breast in hot spices with home-made curry sauce £9.00 Vegetable Korma…. lightly spiced but highly flavoured with fragrant spices and coconut £8.00

served with savoury rice

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28 Landewednack School & Little Lizards Nursery Following on from the success of the junior pupils, our infant children recently took part in a gym competition, again hosted by Mullion Gymnastics Club. Congratulations to Freya, Daniella, Sophie and Ruby, who finished in first place in the club group competition. Max finished in second position in the individual non- club category and we were delighted to achieve second and third places in the non-club group competition. Well done also to Cody, Ayse, Lily, Grace, Isabelle, Kerensa, Ryan and Max – a fantastic team of gymnasts! Children in Razorbills visited The Hall for Cornwall prior to half term to watch “Awful Auntie”, the popular book brought to the stage and written by David Walliams. Miss Wells commented on how well behaved the children all were and wished to thank the additional adults who had accompanied them throughout the afternoon. Members of the Landewednack School Choir invited family and friends to a special assembly in the school hall, where they were raising awareness of the deaf charity “Sign Health”. With the help of music teacher Mrs Green, the children have been learning to sign and sing the song “Friends Forever”. Refreshments were served after several performances of the song – with the audience keen to learn to sign too! The children send their grateful thanks to everyone who donated and are delighted to be able to send £85.00 to this very worthy cause. The Little Lizards recently enjoyed a visit to The Lizard Lifeboat Station. The children had a thoroughly enjoyable morning. Staff wish to thank those who kindly showed them around, allowing the children to try on the odd helmet or two. Future crew there for sure!

29 Little Lizards continue to host their weekly Toddler Group sessions and warmly welcome all of the new children and their parents who have joined us recently. The sessions take place every Wednesday morning during term time from 9.30am- 11am. All babies, toddlers and pre- school children are welcome to come along during the morning. The children break up for the Easter holidays on Thursday, 29th March at 1pm and return to school and Little Lizards on Monday, 16th April. Little Lizards will be hosting their Easter Holiday Club, please ring or call in for more details. There will be no Toddler Group during the Easter break. Lyndsay Bray Landewednack School: 01326 290337 Little Lizards Nursery: 01326 290066 www.landewednack.cornwall.sch.uk

more photos on page 2

30 Blue Badges Cornwall Council confirmed it will urgently review current policy for people with disabilities to pay for disabled parking spaces near their homes. The Council has a scheme where blue badge holders who are residents of Cornwall may qualify for a disabled parking space near their home. “We have a responsibility to support people to have active lives in their local community, which is why I have asked for an urgent review. People with a disability should not be disadvantaged by a policy and our practice needs to be consistent with the rest of the country,” said Council Leader Adam Paynter. The Council will also be consulting with residents and disability groups in Cornwall to explore options and consider best practices used by other local authorities. In the meantime, the Council has immediately suspended any further charges for individual disabled people while the review is undertaken. The findings of the review will come to Cabinet with the aim of completing the review for the start of the next financial year. Michelle Jeuken; Communications and Engagement Customer and Support Services; Cornwall Council Tel: 01872 322186

31 The Lizard Post Office Inland & world postal services; Euro currency in stock; Stamps; Philatelic products; Bill payments; Meter key recharging; debit cards; other currencies to order, usually next-day service; Phone top-ups; Rod licences; Postal orders; One-4-all gift vouchers & cards; Banking facilities for major U.K. banks; “Free” cash withdrawals on most U.K. MoneyGram. The Shop Comprehensive range of stationery; Gifts; Toys; Batteries; Candles; Local maps and books; Greetings cards; Souvenir tea-towels; Pens & markers; Gift wrap; Padded envelopes & packaging. Len and Lynda Trott

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32 Parish Council News This month the Parish Council returned to its full complement of 10 when it welcomed new Councillor, Michael Legge. Michael has also joined the Asset Management Committee and we look forward to the benefit of his enthusiastic approach and local knowledge. With visitor numbers sure to increase from Easter onwards, the Parish Council is currently putting some improvement works in place and parishioners should start seeing results shortly. The rather overgrown hedges around the public toilet block are to be tidied up and other hedges trimmed. New signage for The Green is planned which will incorporate photography of some of the Lizard’s noted scenery and views. The public toilets have benefitted from internal redecorations, and additional signage is in hand too as we need to emphasise to visitors the need to contribute towards running costs. Planned re-seeding works to selected areas of The Green have been hampered by the extremely wet weather (and will now have to be deferred until autumn), but some areas have been roped off to try and prevent damage and allow grass a chance to re-establish. The PC’s Traffic Management Group, ably chaired by Cllr David Issitt, has been in discussions with National Trust and Cornwall Council to see how traffic issues can be better managed this summer in view, especially, of the burgeoning interest from visitors in Kynance Cove. This is a challenging task as the availability of parking in the village is limited. See page … for more info Behind the scenes, the PC has arranged first registration of its title to The Green with the Land Registry. Registration of title to the Recreation Ground, which is a charitable trust with the PC being Trustee, has also been completed.

33 Such registrations represent prudent house-keeping. An application has also been made to re-register the Recreation Ground as a Town and Village Green as this will protect the site’s recreational use (for which it was originally conveyed to the village) far better than the current designation as a registered common. So, if you see formal Notices at site or on the parish noticeboard relating, that is what they are about. The PC has also handed back to Cornwall Council the 20 street lights for which it was responsible and so will have none on its books from 1st April. This will save the parish approximately £2,500 per annum in running costs and will repay the capital costs of the hand-back in approx. 4.5 years. Faulty lights can be reported to Cornwall Council - see www.cornwall.gov.uk Most months bring planning applications and the members of the Planning Committee discuss all applications and often carry out site visits. Some applications arouse strong feelings, but councillors are tasked with considering all applications impartially and upon merit, basing recommendations to full Council upon ‘material planning considerations’.

Councillors are always pleased to hear from parishioners with comments, suggestions and questions. The PC does have a website, which contains contact information for Councillors and Clerk, information on our policies and procedures, copies of agendas and minutes and so on. Please have a look - www.landewednackparishcouncil.org.uk Rob Wheeler

34 February Walk and Talk After a quiet autumn and new year, we had six people and four dogs for our walk at the beginning of February. Although everywhere was very muddy, we opted to walk down to Caerthillian Cove and then head towards Kynance. The rain had scoured out some deep channels in the paths. I found a pair of spectacles on the ground - someone will be wondering where they are - so I put them on a branch at eye level in the hope the owner would come back and find them. We took things at a careful pace as one of our party was recovering from a back injury, but we all took it in turns to lend a supporting hand. The dogs were in heaven, tearing around after a ball which each of us were asked (by the dogs) to throw for them. The sun shone down on the sea between the clouds, creating shafts of light against a mostly cloudy sky. We stopped above Pentreath Beach, where five surfers were in the water. One had decided to head back up and we were intrigued to see how he would manage to get back up the collapsed cliff path with a surf board. There was one tricky point where he had to push the board up and use both hands to navigate a steep section, but he made it.

35 We had aimed to meet the cubs and scouts, who were out on a walk to Kynance, on their way back. Sure enough, we met them near the surfers' car park, looking muddy but happy, as you can see in these photos! Heading back, we split into two parties, one heading up the road, which was quite busy with traffic but relatively mud-free, and one heading back across the field path (very muddy) and along the top of the wall to The Green. If you want to join a walk, we meet on the first Sunday each month by the bus stop on the Green at 2.00pm. Looking forward to seeing you; dogs welcome. Hilary Warm & Friendly Salon Tel: 01326 240544

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37 Lizard Argyle Football Club. New Membership is welcomed Year round 24th March will be Membership Renewal Night - £8 to renew £10 for new members; Also available Lifetime Membership for £100

3rd March Firsts Home to school of mines Seconds away to Perranwell res 10th March Firsts away to Camborne school of mines Seconds Home to 17th March Firsts Home to Helston 3rds Seconds away to Stithians res 24th March Firsts away to Halsetown Seconds Home to 3rds Entertainment 10th Nightflight Disco 24th Cyderfex Football fixtures To hire the club for functions and for any information please contact Angie on 01326241168 or 07970367380 or check out our Web page. Sky Sports and BT Sports showing daily.

38 Want to start YOGA? Start by bending over and picking up your dog poo known as the “downward dog position” THEN PUT IT IN A BIN

Thank you, all those who do “pick up” after their dogs. Many roads, pavements, and lanes had become so much cleaner, but over the last 2 or so months, things have got a lot worse again. Please, please, remember how serious a problem it can be if a child gets it on their hands and rubs their face - children have gone blind … No-one wants to walk in dog poo and it is so easy, there are quite a lot of bins around; please use them.

39 Social Care We help adults with social care needs find care and support so they can live as independently as possible in their own homes. This includes older people, people with physical disabilities or learning disabilities, and mental health service users. We can arrange for someone to work with you if you need help to understand what your needs are and how to access services you need. Social care needs are: • Making sure you eat well • Looking after yourself • Help with day to day living • Emotional wellbeing and mental health • Staying safe • Supporting your family & friends caring for you We also provide help for carers who look after relatives or friends who can’t manage on their own. 0300 1234131

40 Lizard District Rainbows and Guides The Guides enjoyed a very misty weekend at Carnyorth at the end of January on the theme of animals. We were unable to see any birds! One Guide was even surprised to see houses opposite when she looked out of the window the next day. However we had lots of indoor activities to keep us busy. The Rainbows had a very good talk from The Cats’ Protection speaker and she left some fun activities for them to do. All four sections will be celebrating Thinking Day on 22nd Feb. Thinking Day is when we remember all Brownies, Guides etc. in all the other parts of the world. In some countries where there is civil unrest, Guides often play a big part in relief work. 22nd February was chosen because it is the birthday of Robert Baden Powell and also that of his wife, Olave, the first World Chief Guide. Linnet 01326290681

Mullion Mechanics Full Workshop Facilities Servicing to all Petrol & Diesel Vehicles Air-Conditioning Servicing & Repairs; ECU & ABS Fault Code Reading General Vehicle Repairs MOT Repairs Exhausts 01326 240620 07977 596366

Chris Allen 291312 or 078555 22471. Dog Walking; Feeding Cats, Chickens etc. Local and available at short notice

41 1st Landewednack Brownies 1st Landewednack Brownies February is a short month, made shorter by Half Term, but we still managed to slot a lot in. We have continued, and now finished, the Brownie Traditions badge which has included discovering the make up of the Union Jack and why it is so called, designing a uniform for the future and having fun with games and puzzles. Alongside working towards the badge, we are also practising for Music Festival. There is a Camp Fire Singing class which we have entered for the last seven years and indeed have won for the last seven years! Our marks have varied between 82 and 91, so we have a tradition of our own to uphold and strive each year to do better - wish us luck in March when we go to Truro and sing our hearts out! One evening, one of the Brownie’s parents brought in their new tiny puppy for the girls to see and meet. This sparked a conversation about pets and the girls decided they would like to work towards the Animal Lover badge. This is all inclusive, it is not a requirement that each girl owns a pet but is willing to research a pet she might wish to own, or indeed a wild animal that she can observe in her garden. If there is anyone who has an unusual pet they would be willing to introduce to the girls please do contact me. Or if anyone has contacts with an animal charity who would be willing to come to a Wednesday meeting, again, please get in touch. Joy Prince tel 01326 290280.

42 1st Lizard Scouts Scouts have been busy practising their survival skills ready for when the weather improves and they can get outside. We have been trying out Morse Code and safely using our penknives. We joined the cubs with a Sunday hike to Kynance where we had a picnic and lots of fun on the beach. We celebrated Shrove Tuesday with plenty of pancake tossing and some outrageous pancake eating. All the Scouts earned their digital citizen badge this month and we are still working on those personal challenges. Rona

43 Cub Scouts Update from the 1st Lizard Cub Pack – it’s been quite a busy month for the Cubs, we have had a night of cooking at Tregullas Farm (thank you Rona!), where the Cubs made pizza, burgers, salad, cakes and smoothies to try out. Then, at home, they made their parents a full meal, so hopefully a new batch of Chefs have been born! We have had a brief look at road safety, learning about the different road signs and crossings, a bit difficult in this village, but we have plenty of examples to show them. And we have started the disability awareness badge, and the Cubs have been learning about the different types of support people could need to take part in activities. We have also been on a hike down to Kynance Cove, which was fun, but muddy, the sun shone at one point which reminded us that Spring is around the corner. We also took the Sixers and Seconders on a team building session in , which they all enjoyed.

Raksha (Alison), Assistant Cub Leader see more photos in Walk and Talk pages 24 & 25

44 1st Lizard Beavers The Beaver colony has had an extremely positive start, with loads of youngsters attending the taster sessions and really wonderful support from the parents. We created dens, put up tents, made catapults, toasted marshmallows - making “Smores”, having learnt about the dangers, properties and advantages of fire; and sung some camp-fire songs, as well as having fun playing games and taking part in different activities. After half term we will be preparing the youngsters for investiture, with a very positive full group already. We have had a big advantage, as support has come from our County Commissioner and area Trainor, as well as the Cub Scout leaders, who have been giving up an extra evening, each week, to get us started. “Yellow Beaver” is an experienced Scouting leader already, having been part of a Colony before moving here. We are thrilled with all the parental help as well, so we will thrive and have a great time. We hope to have all our Beavers invested before half term and have many other excitements planned, with plenty of games and challenges, as well as developing new skills and discovering developing talents! There will be Easter crafts and an evening walk, down , to look forward to.

Yellow Beaver, Lesley van Kesteren and Rikki Tikki Tavi

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47 Chapel News. On 1st February, the Soup and Sweet served by the two Joys and David was much enjoyed by all who attended. The next one will be 1st March 12-00 until 2-00 pm. At present all Services are taking place in the Sunday School room as we have a small problem with the ceiling in Chapel - it's falling down! We hope it will soon be sorted and we will be back in our lovely building to worship God. We have recently welcomed visitors to our Services and would love to do so for more. Please feel free to give us a try. The Services for March are 4th March led by Mrs Margaret Flinders, 11th March (Mothering Sunday) led by Mrs Estelle Turner, 18th March we will join with our friends at Ruan Minor Chapel for a Service of Holy Communion (note- there will not be a Service at The Lizard that Sunday ), 25th March (Palm Sunday) led by Mrs Anne Moyle, and 1st April (EASTER DAY) led by Dr Russel Blacker. All will begin at 11-00 am and will be followed by drinks and biscuits. Sunday Sundae, a time of puzzles, games and activities for children, is held on the 1st Sunday of the month at the same time as the Service. All children and young people are welcome and do not need to be accompanied, they will be well looked after!

48 Horses AND cake? They both need you! Bolenowe Animal Sanctuary, The Lizard’s very own horse rescue centre near Ruan, makes a popular Sunday outing for many people, not just to meet its horses, ponies and other four-legged residents, but also to enjoy a delicious light lunch, cream tea or piece of cake. But this summer the sanctuary near the Ebenezer crossroads desperately needs new volunteers to keep its café running. Without it, that peaceful Sunday pleasure may sadly be lost – as well as vital income for the much- loved charity. So Bolenowe, which is a safe home to more than 70 once-neglected or threatened horses and other animals, is urgently looking for volunteers to keep the little café going, whether serving, cooking or using their skills to bake cakes. The café, which raises vital funds for the charity, is due to open again every Sunday from the beginning of May, when the farm welcomes the public to look around, free of charge. If you think that you could help such a gentle, worthwhile, cause and would like to know more, please do phone 01326-291272 and leave a message, or email [email protected] – they would be delighted to hear from you. And so would the horses!

"Real Life comments by Lizard B&B guests"? “Could you try to make the breakfast more greasy please?” “Kynance is dangerous you know - it's full of rocks.”

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GOOD FRIDAY We are making plans for our usual Good Friday event at The Lizard Chapel. 30th March, 12-00 until 3-00 pm, light lunch included. This is for any children between the ages of 3-15 yrs of age. We are limited to 35 children, so get your names down as soon as possible. The aim is to explore the Easter story through games, crafts, puzzles and possibly a farm visit to meet some baby animals. It will, as usual, include an Easter Egg hunt. There is no charge for this event, but please if you book a place then find you are unable to attend, let me know as we may have a waiting list of hopeful children who were not so lucky to get booked in. If anyone wants to make a donation, please do so on the day in the collection box on the door. Joy Prince tel 01326 290280

50 Lizard Argyle U18 Football Team Unsurprisingly, the weather has played a huge part in all of the U18s league fixtures being postponed during January and the first half of February. All of these fixtures have fallen foul to waterlogged pitches and will be rescheduled for later on in the season. The season continues with the following league fixtures: 18.2.17 – Away to Truro City Youth U18 Devils - POSTPONED 25.2.18 – Home to Rosudgeon 18.3.18 – Away to Rosudgeon 18 1.4.18 – Home to U18s 15.4.18 – Away to Leedstown Leopards 22.4.18 – Home to St Agnes AFC U18s 9.5.18 – Away to Falmouth Utd U18 20.5.18 – Away to Godolphin Lightning The League Cup 1st Round 4.3.18 – Away to Truro City Youth U18 Devils All fixtures are subject to change and (dependent upon the weather) not usually until the morning of the match! However hopefully the weather will settle and Lizard Argyle U18s can continue their league and cup campaign uninterrupted – they can’t wait to play! The team wishes to thank everyone for their continued support and attendance at all of their matches.

51 Sunday, 25th March Don’t forget to change your clocks … they “spring forward” … so 1 hour less of night!

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52 The Lizard Lifeboat Congratulations to our Station Mechanic, Dan Atkinson, who has recently received his 20 years long service medal. This medal was awarded in recognition of Dan’s loyal commitment and service to the RNLI and was presented to him by Paul Bossier, Chief Executive of the RNLI. We were delighted to welcome youngsters from the Little Lizards Nursery who visited the lifeboat station recently

and had a thoroughly enjoyable morning. The children were shown around the station and asked many questions whilst trying on the odd helmet or two! We are sure to see some future crew as a result of their visit.

53 As the year progresses, the fund raising team has already begun organising events in aid of the lifeboat. A grand auction will take place in The Lizard Football Club on Friday, 13th April. Promising to be an enjoyable evening, organisers of the event wish to thank those who have already pledged items for us to auction. Mr John Trewin will be our auctioneer for the evening, and we hope everyone will join us. Other events taking place this year include The Big Breakfast on Saturday 11th August at Landewednack School, and Lizard Lifeboat Day on Sunday 19th August. We currently await our second launch on service of the year however, operational commitments permitting, the crew and shore crew continue to carry out their weekly exercise training sessions on a Tuesday evening. Visitors are most welcome to watch the lifeboat launch at 6.30pm. Up-to-date information, photographs and events including details on the RNLI’s Respect the Water campaign can be found on the station’s website, Facebook and Twitter pages. We thank everyone for your continued support.

Lyndsay Bray Lifeboat Press Officer The Lizard Lifeboat Station – 01326 290451

54 The Way We Were

It looks as though, in the not too distant future, we may be able to fly by helicopter from to the Islands of St Mary’s and Tresco in the Isles of Scilly once again! However, it also appears the fares may be a tad more expensive than those shown on this BEA poster advertising the service in the 1960’s. It is probable that today’s adult return fare will more likely be somewhere in the region of £220! The original flights from Eastern Green in Penzance began in 1964, carrying on until 2012 when, much to the worry of Scillonians and dismay of holidaymakers, rising costs and a fall in passenger numbers were both cited as the main reasons for the withdrawal of the service. Over the last few years, however, there has been a strong campaign by many local people, as well as others “up country”, to get the service re- instated. It is planned to site the new heliport at Jelbert Way, Penzance, not too distant from the original heliport at Eastern Green. In January this year Penzance Heliport Ltd submitted an amended planning application to Cornwall Council with extra information regarding their plans. They hope these new plans will go a long way in answering the objections already voiced concerning the original plans - we wait with bated breath to hear the outcome!!

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I do apologise for having spelt George Sanders name wrong (putting a “u” in it) - my typing error. I have heard that his wife was Vera. Thank you. Sue.

56 Cornwall Funding

As central government funding for Cornwall Council continues to decline and there is a widening gap between funding for rural and urban authorities, calls are being made for local businesses and residents to #StandUpForCornwall and fight for fairer funding allocations. The Fair Funding #StandUpForCornwall campaign calls for more equitable government funding for Cornwall with data showing people in Cornwall receive on average £264 per head (25%) per year less funding than those in inner London. Cornwall Council Leader Adam Paynter said the Council has an important role to play in lobbying government for fairer funding with the goal to unlock £39 million for the county, providing an extra £71 for services per resident every year. “Over the last five years we have gained additional freedoms and flexibilities on how we receive and spend our money due to the Cornwall Devolution Deal. We’ve been at the forefront of initiatives such as 100% business rates retention and we benefitted significantly from EU funding. However, the landscape is now rapidly changing. “While we have always managed to deliver a balanced budget, it is becoming more difficult to balance the increasing demand for local services

57 against the reducing level of funding we receive from central government – which is significantly less than many comparable county councils. “Since 2010, we have delivered savings totalling £300 million, which have involved some very difficult decisions affecting local services. By 2021, our total savings will have risen to £377 million. But it’s not enough. “We are pleased this government is committed to genuine consultation on this, and there has never been a better moment for the people of Cornwall to make their voices heard. The Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, Sajid Javid MP, is due to publish the Government’s long awaited review of local authority funding to consider the way the formula is calculated and how, if at all, it should change. “We need to make sure that Cornwall’s voice is heard during Sajid Javid’s critical decision- making process on funding allocations, which is why I’m calling on the people of Cornwall to make a stand. You can show your support for the Fair Funding #StandUpForCornwall campaign on Twitter or Facebook, or by signing a pledge of support on the Cornwall Council website www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/fair- funding-stand-up-for-cornwall/ Kavita Winn; Communications – Cornwall Council Tel: 01872 323761; [email protected] 4th Floor South, New County Hall, Treyew Road, Truro, TR1 3AY www.cornwall.gov.uk

58 Cruse Bereavement Care The work of Cruse Bereavement Care in Cornwall comes under the umbrella of the national organisation Cruse UK, however it is a free-standing organisation. The charity offers free confidential support for anyone who has been bereaved, whatever the circumstances of that bereavement. We offer support, advice and information to children, young people and adults when someone dies and work to enhance society’s care of bereaved people. Cruse offers face-to-face, telephone, email and website support. Our services are provided by trained volunteers and are confidential and free. Grief is a natural process, but it can be devastating. Cruse Bereavement Care is here to support you after the death of someone close. If someone you know has died and you need to talk, call us freephone on 0808 808 1677. The helpline is open Monday-Friday 9.30-5pm (excluding bank holidays), with extended hours on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings, when we’re open until 8pm. However, if you wish to help with fundraising or donating in any way, please contact [email protected]

59 Lizard Wireless Station Can you help us? We’d like to know about your connection with the Lizard Wireless Station; whether it’s a family connection; an interest in history; you regularly take your visitors there or you simply walk your dog past the station every morning…can you tell us: 1) What do you think makes the Lizard Wireless Station unique? 2) What makes the Lizard Wireless Station special for you? Please sum up in three words how Lizard Wireless Station makes you feel. Please email your responses to [email protected] or post to National Trust, Poltesco Workshop, Ruan Minor, Helston TR12 7LR by 20th March 2018. Never been to Lizard Wireless Station? Lizard Wireless Station is a small, but very significant, little wooden hut between Bass Point and Housel Bay, where Marconi and his team made pioneering leaps in the development of communications technology. It was here that Marconi received the first over-the-horizon radio signal back in 1901. The Lizard Wireless Station is now opened as a small museum by a wonderful team of local volunteers. Please do pop in and see us. We’ll be open again from 25th March, 12-3pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Keen to volunteer at Lizard Wireless Station? If you are interested in local history and enjoy meeting and talking to people, we are looking for local volunteers to help us open the small museum at Marconi’s Lizard Wireless Station, near Bass Point (TR12 7AP) for 3hrs every fortnight. If this appeals, please get in touch with [email protected] or call 01326 222170. No prior wireless knowledge needed. Cat

60 www.lizard-lives.uk All contributions/adverts for Lizard Lives please email to: [email protected] or drop into Chapel House. Sue: 290045 Would you like an advert in Lizard Lives? We have 11 magazines a year; monthly charges are - £20 - full page: £10 - half page: £5 - quarter page: £2 - three lines. Starting 2018, discount for advertisers who pay in advance, pay for 10 months, get 11th month free. Deadline - 20th of each month.

Mullion Health Voluntary Cars A door-to-door car service to Hospitals, doctors’ surgeries and other health related appointments, for those unable to access public transport. Please call 01326 241124 Monday - Friday between 8am - 6pm; if possible 1 or 2 days prior to journey. Please make use of our answering service. John Holden

61 4 What’s On 5 Dates; info 21 Atlantic House B & B 6 - 7 Celandine by Debra 14 Blackfords, Removals & 8 The Well; ———————Deliveries 9 Did you ..? Filling Station 8 Camping 10 Quiz and answers 31 Christophers 13 Services 51 Coast 15 A Challenge 42 Cornish Cottages 16 Duck Race Charity Event 40 Dog Walker 17 Prayer Warriors; Concert 9 Duke Stone 18 - 19 Health & Adult Care 45 Franchis Holiday Homes 21 Recipe for Friendship 14 Galleon Fish and Chips 22 - 23 John Harris 35 Head Case Salon 24 - 26 Defibrillators 36 Helston Physio 28 - 29 School & L Lizards 51 Last Stop Tackle Shop 30 Blue Badges 47 Lizard Cars 32 - 33 Parish Council News 37 Lizard Football Club 34 - 35 Walk and Talk 31 Lizard Post Office 38 Dogs 12 Mounts Bay Inn 39 Carers Support Group 7 Move well … therapy 40 Guiding 40 Mullion Mechanics 41 Brownies 51 Norbert Varga Elec 42 Scouts 36 Pure Bliss 43 Cubs 21 Plumbing Sam James 44 Beavers 14 Rock, Paper, Scissors 47 Chapel News 16 Slimming World 48 - 49 Bolenowe Animals 20 Spa 49 Good Friday workshop 27 The Top House 50 Lizard Argyle u 18s 39 Tonkin Funeral 51 Clocks Change 26 Village Restaurant 52 - 53 Lizard Lifeboat 16 Wags and Whiskers 54 - 55 The Way We Were 46 J C Williams 56 - 57 Cornwall Funding 11 Witchball 58 Cruse Bereavement 59 Lizard Wireless Station 62 - 64 Lifeboat Centre

62 The Lizard Lifeboat Visitor Centre News

Meteorologically speaking, what an awful start to the year it has been so far and to say that it has been ‘wet and windy’ is truly a gross understatement. However, it has not stopped our visitors coming to the boathouse and I am delighted (if somewhat surprised) to be able to say that visitor numbers were up in January over last year. We are very pleased to announce a new attraction to the Visitor Centre. With the help of GEOFF SQUIBB and his wonderful photographic skills we now have a digital display telling the story of the building of our fantastic new Station. Over 500 photographs covering the period of the demolition of the old boathouse to the opening of the magnificent new Station are on permanent display and tell an inspiring story of how such an incredible civil engineering project was completed. It is little wonder that, along with the Eden Project, our Lizard Lifeboat Station is included on the global list created by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) of the top 200 most influential projects to shape the world and transform people’s lives. Richard Fish, Chairman of ICE South West, said that the Lizard Lifeboat is a vital part of the RNLI’s role in keeping our waters safe. He went on to say, “Yet this station is much more than a shed and a slipway. Its reconstruction in 2011 was a major civil engineering project and a logistical challenge as well as a modern building in a spectacular setting.” It is certainly all of that. Geoff Squibb’s photographs show how it was all done: - see next 2 colour pages.

DAVID GASCOIGNE VISITOR CENTRE AND SHOP MANAGER

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Eleven people got in touch with me to claim their prize (plus several from ‘Team Lizard’ who weren’t eligible). The first person to claim, spotted the DM on-line (your fame is spreading Sue!!) and then phoned to claim her prize. It was a lady from Leicestershire and she will call in when down on holiday later in the year to claim her Lizard Lifeboat bear. David Gascoigne